Resources & pet travel guides
Practical advice, checklists, and expert information to help you plan a safe and stress-free journey for your pet — whether you’re moving across Australia or overseas.
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Pet travel preparation & checklists
Pet travel preparation guide
A complete step-by-step guide covering everything you need to do before moving your pet — from vet checks to crate training.
Preparing for unexpected costs
Our Domestic Pet Transit Plan offers protection against unexpected costs when things happen out of anyone’s control.
Quarantine In Australia
Pet owners should ensure that their pets have received all the necessary vaccinations, blood tests, and treatments before departing for Australia.
Sedation for Air Travel
Discover 7 reasons not to sedate your pet for air travel and the alternatives we recommend for a stress-free journey.
Preparing for International Travel
Follow these 6 steps to help you prepare your dog or cat for international pet travel.
Breed & species specific advice
Dog transport guide
Everything you need to know about moving your dog — domestic air and road options, timelines, and what to prepare.
Brachycephalic breed transport
Flat-faced breeds like Bulldogs and Pugs face extra airline restrictions. Learn what’s allowed and how we can help.
Cat transport guide
Cats travel differently to dogs. This guide covers crate prep, keeping them calm, and what to expect on the day.
Birds transport
Find out more about how Dogtainers can take full care of your feathered friend whether flying domestically or internationally.
Crate & equipment information
IATA-approved crate sizes & standards
Official IATA specifications your crate must meet for airline travel — with a handy sizing reference table.
How to choose the right crate
Crate sizing explained — how to measure your pet and what “fit” actually means for safe, compliant travel.
Airline & flight information
Pet-friendly airlines guide
An overview of all major Australian and international airlines that accept pets, and under what conditions.
Qantas pet travel policy
Current Qantas rules for pets as checked baggage and freight — routes, restrictions, and crate requirements.
Virgin Australia pet travel
Booking, boarding, domestic and international options with Virgin — plus breed and size restrictions explained.
Route & destination guides
Popular international routes
An overview of the most common international pet transport routes from Australia and what to expect on each.
Importing pets to Australia
The complete guide to bringing your pet into Australia — quarantine, biosecurity rules, approved countries, and timelines.
Domestic interstate transport routes
Coverage across all Australian states and territories — air and road options, transit times, and major hub locations.
Domestic Road Transport
Door-to-door road transport for dogs, cats and other pets across every Australian mainland capital.
Special situations
Defence & military family transport
Specialist support for ADF families on posting — including short-notice moves and remote Australian destinations.
Breeder & litter transport
How we help registered breeders safely transport litters and individual pups or kittens to new homes across Australia.
Corporate & government relocations
Tailored pet logistics for organisations managing employee relocations — with account management and invoicing.
Zoo & exotic animal transport
Specialist movement of zoo animals, wildlife, and exotic species — CITES compliance, specialised handling, documentation.
FAQs & quick tips
Frequently asked questions
Our most-asked questions answered — from booking to delivery, crates to customs, all in one searchable page.
Dogtainers Pet Travel Services
For international or domestic pet relocation, the Dogtainers team will take care of your furry friend as if it was their own.
Dogtainers Office Locations
We have multiple office locations across Australia and New Zealand with a vision to provide a great pet travel experience for you and your friend.
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