International Pet and Animal Transportation Association
Dogtainers - Tailor Made Pet Transport
Dogtainers is Australia's largest pet transportation company by number of offices and volume of animals moved each year. Founded in 1971, we have been providing tailor made pet transport solutions to customers around the world for more than 50 years. Led by our CEO Simon Jackson, IPATA’s President from 2018-2021, we are committed to upholding IPATA’s values in everything we do.
Whether it’s a beloved family pet, prized pedigree, or exotic wildlife, Dogtainers can tailor the perfect transport solution for them and you. If you’d like to learn more, you can get in contact with us on our website or call us on 1300 13 52 52.
Why Customers Choose Dogtainers
We partner with a large global network of airlines who ensure the safe and comfortable transport of animals anywhere in the world. Through these partnerships, we’re able to move 80,000 animals annually. Our staff are highly trained and our network includes veterinarians, vet nurses, animal behaviourists, dog trainers, fish specialists, bird experts, and many more.
Relocating Pets
Dogtainers specialise in reuniting families. Pet transport is how we do it. It doesn’t matter if your pet is a dog, cat, bird, or anything in between, we provide all animals with the same level of compassion and service. To guarantee your animals receive the highest quality care, we strictly follow all IATA Live Animal Regulations (LAR) and are proud IPATA and RSPCA members.
Whether you’re transporting your pet domestically, internationally, or bringing them into Australia, our extensive professional network can handle all of your travel needs. We can schedule your flights, arrange a door-to-door service, and organise pet lodging - all based on you and your pet’s needs and preferences. We have a wide array of kennels and catteries in our network, as well as our own recently refurbished facilities for your pet to stay in before their next move.
We can cover the basics and so much more:
● Airline-approved crates for purchase or hire
● Flight booking and management for pets of all types
● Collection from and delivery to your home
● Short or long stay kenneling options
● Welfare checks during transit
● Import Permit Application and Quarantine Reservations
● Guidance on the protocols with a detailed veterinary schedule
● Endorsements and vet checks with overseas animal health authorities
● Overall management of your pet's relocation
Dogtainers Overseas Network
Our extensive network of partners overseas means we can transport your pet anywhere in the world. We have the largest coverage of any company in the pet transportation industry. This is only possible thanks to being in business since 1971!
Pet Transport Services for Breeders
We understand how important your prized pedigrees are and how stressful it can be to transport them. We’re here to help and support you. We can manage paperwork, vet visits, accommodation, and even communicate directly with the new owner to ensure a smooth handover. Our expansive network of offices also means that we cover regional areas other companies cannot. We can transport your animal anywhere in Australia whether it is via road transport or flights.
As a breeder, you need reliability in a pet travel partner. As a client of ours, you will coordinate with our dedicated breeder support team. All of your information is stored in our database, so we will always be aware of your changing needs and circumstances.
Corporate Partnerships
Through DT Corporate, we form strategic partnerships. We provide the opportunity to add an additional line of services and support to your company and make life easier for your customers, with the potential to White Label our service as your own. Our pet transport and pet boarding services are excellent auxiliary options to relocation packages for your customers with pets.
We provide:
● Specialist corporate account management
● Corporate quality control
● Customisable reporting for all of our business partners
● We’re also available for 24/7 customer support, to assist whenever required.
DT Corporate is a dedicated team led by Chris Dash. With extensive experience in the removal industry, Chris understands what is required to be a supplier of choice in this field and the importance of tailoring services to suit specific needs.
