1. Step-by-Step Process

Step 1 — Booking & Route Plan

• You complete our Shipping Request Form with pickup/delivery addresses, dates, and dog details.
• We choose ground or air based on distance, weather, and breed needs (bulldogs usually travel by ground or in-cabin).

Step 2 — Vet Check & Paperwork

• Schedule a vet exam and get a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) (usually valid 10 days before travel).
• Ensure vaccinations are current: DHPP, rabies, and Bordetella (if advised).
• Deworming and flea/tick prevention applied before travel.
• Microchip recommended for extra safety.

Step 3 — Crate Sizing & Prep

• IATA-approved crate with metal door and secure fasteners.
• Proper sizing for comfort and safety.
• Absorbent bedding, spill-proof water dish, and “Live Animal” labels attached.

Step 4 — Crate Training

• Introduce crate 2–7 days before travel with short practice sessions and rewards.

Step 5 — Travel Readiness

• No heavy meals 6–8 hours before pickup; water remains available.
• No sedatives unless vet-prescribed.

Step 6 — Pickup & ID Check

• Transporter verifies pet ID, crate, and paperwork.
• GPS tracker attached; tracking link sent to you instantly.

Step 7 — En-Route Care

• Climate-controlled transport, 65–75°F for comfort.
• Stops every 3–4 hours for water, rest, and bathroom breaks.
• Extra cooling measures for bulldogs; reinforced crates for pitbulls.

Step 8 — Updates & Tracking

• Live tracking via our website showing location, ETA, and photo updates.

Step 9 — Delivery

• Recipient ID verified; travel log and vet records provided.
• Quick wellness check before handoff.

Step 10 — After-Arrival Care

• Provide quiet space, fresh water, and light meals.
• Contact vet if you notice unusual symptoms.

2. Health & Welfare Standards

• Bulldogs: Prefer ground/in-cabin, extra ventilation, no extreme heat exposure.
• Pitbulls: Reinforced crates and calm handling; check local breed restrictions.
• All pets travel with up-to-date vaccinations, deworming, flea/tick prevention, and valid CVI.
• Water available at all times, light meals during long trips, no new foods right before travel.
• Weather delays are handled with safety as top priority.
• Emergency vet clinics are pre-checked along the route.

3. How Tracking Works

• Booking ID created → secure tracking link sent.
• Live GPS status: “At Pickup,” “En Route,” “Rest Stop,” “Approaching,” “Delivered.”
• Photo and note check-ins at key milestones.
• Two-way communication with our dispatcher from the tracking page.

4. What We Need From You

• Completed Shipping Request Form + dates.
• Vet records and CVI within valid travel window.
• Crate meeting IATA sizing requirements (we can supply if needed).
• Your dog’s routine, emergency contact, and valid ID.
• Breed restriction confirmation for pitbulls at destination.

5. Quick FAQ

Is ground or air safer? For bulldogs, ground/in-cabin is safest. Pitbulls can travel either way depending on comfort and route.

Minimum age? Puppies must be fully weaned (usually 8 weeks) and meet state/airline requirements.

Sedation? Not recommended unless specifically prescribed by a vet.

Delays? We provide instant updates, revised ETA, and care notes during any delays.