Best pet transportation services in Johannesburg: find options near you

Moving my dog, Daisy, from South Africa to New Zealand was such a huge thing for me, and I honestly don’t know how I would’ve done it without Global Paws. From the very beginning, Nadine (our amazing consultant) was so kind, patient, and helpful. She guided us through every step of the process, always happy to answer our endless questions and reassure us when we were feeling nervous.

It’s a big deal trusting someone with your fur baby, especially over such a long journey, but I felt completely confident knowing Daisy was in good hands. Nadine and the Global Paws team took care of everything — from the complicated paperwork to making sure Daisy was safe, comfortable, and well cared for once she landed in New Zealand.

I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’m so grateful to Nadine and Global Paws for making what could’ve been a stressful time so much easier and for looking after our girl so well.

I would 100% recommend them to anyone moving their pets!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
I can not even begin to express my gratitude to Global Paws, ESPECIALLY Toinette. There were issues with my dogs’ blood work at Onderstepoort 2 weeks ago and my boys were stuck in quarantine for an additional 7 days. I was of course frustrated and angry, but Toinette kept me up to date and she went WELL above and beyond to ensure that my boys would not stay any longer.

I am so grateful to them for their kindness and support. International pet relocation is is extremely stressful, but Toinette and Trevor made the process bearable.

Global Paws was incredible from start to finish. They helped us move our dog from Botswana to England (with a stopover in South Africa) and honestly, we couldn’t recommend them enough. Toinette was phenomenal and so good at her job. Communication was clear, she had so much knowledge and went above and beyond to ensure we felt happy throughout the whole process. Basil had to spend a few nights at their kennels and we received photos and regular updates throughout our stay. Great service!

I am happy with the assistance I received from Nadine M and entire Global team. Procedure from starting the process of relocating the dogs from Netherlands last year Nov/Dec to finally getting the flight early Feb 2025 back to South Africa was smooth.

The team communicated well and provided all the required information to meet all requirements of the relocation. Think it helped that we started the process early.

Would recommend using them for sure. Personally though relocating dogs is such a big step outside of just the long flight and being stuck in the crates for that long. I will be sure to think again if I ever relocate from South Africa. For now dogs are happy and are where they belong. Well wishes

We did a lot of research before choosing a pet travel agency and ultimately went with Global Paws after a warm and reassuring video call with Tionette. From start to finish, the communication and guidance were excellent. Our beloved dog made it safely from South Africa to Australia, and we’re so grateful for the care and professionalism shown throughout by Tionette and Global Paws. Highly recommend Global Paws!

We had a great experience with Petport in moving our 2 dogs from SA to Denver, Colorado, USA. They travelled for over 4 days with 3 flights and long road trip and were so well cared for along the route . Thank you Petport for delivering our doggies to us safely.

We are very happy with PetPort’s services. We had absolute peace of mind with our 3 cat’s move to Cape Town from Gauteng. They were collected on time and placed on the flight and arrived at our door well looked after and content. We were kept in the loop all the time via WhatsApp. And after many other quotes we requested we found that PetPort’s services was very reasonable and their professional service was excellent!

A Heartfelt Thank You to PetPort and AASMVAZ, Lda
I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible service provided by PetPort in organizing the safe transport of my beloved cat, Tequlia, from South Africa to Lisbon. They handled every detail with care and professionalism, ensuring Tequlia’s journey was as smooth as possible.

A special thanks also goes to AASMVAZ, Lda, who seamlessly took over the final leg of the journey from Lisbon to Madeira. Their kindness and efficiency made a potentially stressful process so much easier for both Tequlia and me.

I know my sweet kitty had a long and challenging journey spanning two days but having him here with me now fills my heart with warmth and happiness. Thank you to both teams for making this possible and for treating my fur baby with the love and care he deserves.

Absolutely outstanding service from PETport! I recently entrusted them with transporting my beloved Nuggett, and they exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, the process was seamless, professional, and filled with genuine care.

A special shoutout to Elouise, who was phenomenal throughout. Her constant communication, attention to detail, and reassuring updates made the entire experience stress-free and comforting. It’s clear she truly cares about the well-being of the animals in her care.

I wholeheartedly give PETport a well-deserved 5 stars and highly recommend them to anyone needing reliable, compassionate pet transportation. Thank you again for looking after Nuggett so wonderfully!

Exceptional Service from PetPort – The Best in Pet Transport!

A massive THANK YOU to Simone and the incredible team at PetPort for safely transporting my beloved Ginger, my Maine Coon furry baby, from Johannesburg to Cape Town. The entire experience was seamless and stress-free, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for anything more!

From the moment of collection to the flight and drop-off, I was kept informed every step of the way. The constant updates and attention to detail were phenomenal – they even provided a flight tracker that showed me the exact speed of the plane carrying my precious cargo!

Their pricing was the most competitive I found, but what stood out even more was the five-star service they delivered. Every interaction was professional, warm, and reassuring. It’s clear that they truly care about the animals they transport, and it shows in the exceptional service they provide.

Simone and her team, you’ve set the bar sky-high! I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my furry family members. PetPort is my go-to from now on – no questions asked. If you’re looking for pet transport, look no further. PetPort is the only choice!

Highly recommended with all my heart!

This is a very delayed review, but better late than never.
Incredibly grateful to Andria and the ATS team for assisting us to get our fur- boys over to Ireland. Andria was incredibly patient while my visa process was up in the air, and then once I finally got it – she literally got us sorted with within 48 hours.
We really appreciated the updates we received about our fur- boys at every stage of their journey. While the transition in a new country remains challenging, having our fur- boys with us has made this home.
Thank you Andria and the ATS team!

A huge thank you to Andria at Animal Travel Services for your meticulous planning and continuous updates throughout the process of getting my small people to me. Your incredible patience as you guided me through every step of this complex journey was a true blessing. No matter how many questions I had or how often I needed reassurance, you were always there with a kind word and expert advice. You made what could have been an overwhelming experience feel manageable.

Extremely grateful to Bobbi and her team at Animal Travel Services for reuniting our pets after being apart for 6 months!

Bobbi assisted us from the start of the process to the end, transporting them from Cape Town to Brisbane, Australia. Keeping us updated with every step.

Thank you for all your patience and support, especially with all my crazy questions. Could not have done it without you!

And the best part? She got them home to us just before Christmas! It was all planned! Best Christmas present ever, thank you.

I emigrated from South Africa to Canada DIY with two cats in cabin and used Animal Travel Services for the document check. Andria was amazing to work with and very thorough in her checks. It was very helpful having her guidance and having her verify and double check all our documents before our flight. I highly recommend Animal Travel Services!

I can’t recommend Animal Travel Services enough for their exceptional help in relocating our two dachshunds from South Africa to the United States. From start to finish, the entire process was seamless, and a huge part of that was due to the amazing service we received from our travel consultant, Andria van Der Merwe.

The team at Animal Travel Services is incredibly organized, and they kept us updated every step of the way. Andria’s communication was outstanding — she made sure we understood every detail of the relocation process, from the necessary paperwork to the travel logistics. No question was too small, and she was always prompt and thorough in her responses, which gave us peace of mind throughout the journey.

They were also very professional and genuinely caring about the welfare of our dogs. It was clear that they have extensive experience with animal travel, as they handled all aspects of the move with great care and efficiency. Their support made what could have been a stressful process feel effortless.

If you’re planning to relocate your pets internationally, Animal Travel Services is definitely the company to trust. Their dedication, professionalism, and care for your animals is second to none. Thank you again, Andria, for making this experience so positive for our little ones!

Highly highly recommend The One Pet Relocation!!!
JP was a blessing to our family, his service from initial contact until our fur babies were safely delivered to our new home was beyond fantastic.
He was hands-on from start to finish, continuously communicated, and kept us updated throughout the entire process. Relocating is stressful, but JP took one less stress away.
The One Pet Relocation is passionate about what they do, professional and an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thank you JP and team

I have to say A Big Thanks to JP ，my doggy already landed to New Zealand safely, really appreciate everything they did.

They are definitely professional and love to answer me all questions even when after-work hours 100%. I can feel that they really love doggy, and will take care of my baby nicely .

And one more important point is that they let me know all process ongoing and UPDATE timely. They assist the flights re-arranging without any additional cost. We all know that pet relocating is NOT one day job so keeping update is really helpful

I will give Highly Recommendation for every services what they offer. This is a great experience I had .

If we could give The One Pet Relocation team more stars, we would.

Transporting our 4 cats from SA to Rotterdam was something we dreaded. It’s for that reason we took choosing who would assist us very seriously. JP was hands on from the start and did everything within his power to make sure all our questions were answered and needs were met. We hit one or two bumps along the way which JP sorted out with ease. He has a keen eye for details which allowed us to sort issues out with paperwork before it escalated.

We’re incredibly grateful and elated that our babies arrived safely. Being kept in the loop each step of the way (through phone calls and WhatsApp messages) allowed these two very nervous cat parents peace of mind.

We moved to Sydney, and One Pet was the only agent who explained the process step by step for our Boston to come home to us. During all the flights ZA to Sydney to Auckland to Melbourne, JP kept us up to date where he was and how he was. Harvey joined us a year after us moving, staying with family until he was ready to fly, however there were times he stayed at One Pets Kennels while my family were away, during his stay we were provided with pictures and updates. JP has a way with Animals and becomes their best friend. When JP collected Harvey the first time to take him to the vet and he bought Harvey home, Harvey was following JP out the door instead of wanting to stay at home. Thank you for all the love and Care you showed Harvey and us, during an emotional process and making it as easy and simple as you possibly could.The Walkers

My African Grey Diesel arrived in the UK tonight. After a long 4 months waiting on permits and certificates Jolene and JP were so helpful and encouraging during the whole process. They have big hearts when taking care of our loved ones and I am ever so grateful to them for taking care of our Diesel. My heart is so happy to be reunited with our boy. I would recommend any family wanting to move their pets abroad to contact Jolene and JP at The one Pet relocation
for peace Of mind.

Helen S

My cat arrived safely and in good health in South Korea today.
Since My cat is a rescued cat from South Africa that I adopted through a shelter, this was my first time traveling internationally with a cat, so I was very worried — but I’m relieved that he arrived safely.
Once again, I would like to express my sincere gratitude. Most of my colleagues often need to relocate internationally with their pets, such as cats or dogs, every two years, so I plan to highly recommend your company to them.

Traveling to Thailand from South Africa was an extremely stressful time for my husband and I.
We enquired with several agencies, and received several quotes.
Aeropets from the outset advised us that they do not operate in Cape Town due to the logistics. However, after having dealt with the other agencies, we still felt most comfortable with Aeropets, even if they weren’t the cheapest (also not the most expensive), and adjusted our plans accordingly so that our 2 Pekingese dogs could fly from Johannesburg as we felt they will be in good hands.
Kirsten assisted us from beginning to end, and ensured us that they will do everything to make this as comfortable and less stressful as possible (she even entertained my crying over the phone).
When we sent our crate measurements, Kirsten immediately noticed that our measurements were out due to the breed and average Pekingese sizes, and sent us instructions on how to better measure our dogs – just another indication that they know what they are doing.
Kirsten always responded timeously to our emails and WhatsApp messages, answered all our questions and concerns, and assisted us with the paperwork by sending pre-completed documents. She liaised with our import agent so that everything would go smoothly on our dogs’ arrival in Thailand.
Although, and naturally so, we were still anxious (me mostly), we trusted the process.
Our dogs were collected at the agreed time, we received videos and photos of their short stay at the kennels prior to their departure.
We honestly couldn’t have made a better choice of agent, and we highly recommend their services.
Thank you to Kirsten and the rest of the Aeropets team for all your assistance in getting our babies to Thailand safely. We are forever grateful!

While our interaction with Aeropets started off on a very positive level, it unfortunately did not end that way.

At the onset we were provided with very comprehensive information and guided on what to expect with our cat’s move from Johannesburg to Jakarta. The level of detail was really impressive.

However, when it came to the actual trip we found a number of things well below what we expected, definitely far from their tag line ‘First class pet comfort is our priority!’. Three main issues transpired:
1. The first issue is really the lesser of the 3 issues, given that it impacted on us as owners and not our cat, and relates to delayed response time to emails and WhatsApp messages sent. It seems that Aeropets employees may work part-time, as it took a day or two to get response, which in most cases came through at night.
2. Our cat was collected 9 hours before her flight (which already was a trip of 30+ hours, from take-off to landing). When questioning this very early collection, we were told that they also had to collect 3 other pets, so had to collect our cat at the indicated time.
3. The other 3 pets turned out to be another cat and 2 dogs, all transported in the same space in the back of a van. Not only was our cat unsettled by leaving with a stranger, but also had to travel in close proximity to other animals she was not familiar with, adding to her anxiety. As an only pet she is not animal friendly. I thought that this was definitely not in the interest of the pet, but rather to streamline Aeropets’ logistical arrangements, regardless of the impact on the pet. Surely the point of departure should be to minimise the overall travel time?
We received confirmation that out cat had been dropped with airline personnel 6 hours before her flight departed.

The pictures we received (included) from the airport show a clearly anxious cat, which we found really disturbing. It’s a pity that the actual transportation did not meet the standards of the administrative arrangements, and had a negative impact on our cat.

UPDATE:
We were contacted by the owner of Aeropets with a very sincere apology and motivation of the reasons for the early collection, and for transporting different animals in one collection vehicle.

While this is highly appreciated (and indicative that they take note of feedback, which is positive), I still wish we had known this beforehand. We also found out now that the airlines transport pets stacked together on pallets during the flight – I suppose how well animals cope in such a situation will vary from pet to pet, but had we known that we would have seriously reconsidered putting our cat through the trauma of such an international move. In our case, our cat is a single pet and quite anxious, so it would definitely have been traumatic for her to be alongside unknown animals, especially dogs.

In conclusion, it seems that some of the issues that left us uncomfortable are standard practice across pet transporters and airlines and cannot be attributed to Aeropets exclusively. Our recommendation would be that future clients be made aware of all realities involved in moving a pet internationally, the good, the bad and the ugly. People can then make an informed decision regarding what would be in the best interest of their pets.

In light of the response from Aeropets I adjust my rating to 3 stars.

We used AeroPets to bring our two dachshunds over to the Netherlands, if I could give Kirsten and her team 100/10 stars I would. The level of professionalism and care that we received was just outstanding having to fly the fluff faces across the world sounds scary but Kirsten made sure that all our needs were met. No matter how many question or concerns we had, Kirsten always made a way to calm our nerves with the big move! AeroPets took such good care of our fluff faces and kept us updated the whole flight, as well as sharing photos of the pups to keep this paw parent nerves under control. My pups are safe here with us and I couldn’t be happier with the service we have received. I would recommend them over and over again Thank you AeroPets

I haven’t seen service this good in a long time. Mikki and the team along with Paws Resort went the extra mile for us and kept us updated on every little detail along the way. They made plans to get our dogs to us in NZ as quickly and effectively as possible even with unforeseen hiccups occuring they still made it possible on the due date. If I could give them 6 stars I would. Thanks Mikki and the Team on an awesome job, appreciate it.

Thanks to Melanie at Pets Travel who assisted with the transport of my two dogs from Malaysia to South Africa. There were hoops to jump through but everything was handled professionally and efficiently. The boys were looked after so well. Well done Pets Travel

From start to finish the process was easy & we felt supported. We flew our beagle from South Africa to London. Her crate was delivered a week before, communication was great & the quotes for the flights were very reasonable. The paperwork was done easily with the assistance of Mel! Would recommend!

We just want to thank Christine and her entire team and partners that collected our pets in Gauteng and delivered them to Betty’s Bay.

Awesome service from the 1st time that I contacted Christine.

Our animals were picked up on time delivered on time, frequent updates and photos.

We will highly recommend Christine and and Pets Travel to anyone moving their pets.

Thanks once again, Jon and Beaulah Wallace

This is definitely the best transport ever. Our litlle one was safe the whole time. We got updates along the way. We are so thankful for them

I dealt with Melanie and the service was appalling. Not only did she communicate badly (when she bothered), but she messed up the papers, caused extra expenses, and my poor old cat ended up in horrible quarantine conditions for 4 days whilst they could not get the paperwork together (I did it myself in the end) and he arrived hungry, dirty in his own filth and very traumatised. It is almost 4 months later and he is still not completely recovered.

I wish I could give Michelin Star reviews because Duncan and his team definitely deserve more than just 5 stars!

We worked with Duncan to bring our cat, Ohana, with us to the Netherlands from South Africa in 2017. This year (2025), we’re returning to SA, and once again trusted Animal Travel Agency with her journey.

Her return was very sudden, and the team truly moved meowntains to make sure she arrived safely and in perfect health. I can’t even explain the time crunch and stress we were under, but through it all, our baby (the cat) was in the best hands. Everything went absolutely smoothly – from organizing her import permit in time, to collecting her upon arrival and safely dropping her off – despite the tight timeline.

They made the impossible, possible. You simply won’t find better service or more genuine love for your pet. Animal Travel Agency is hands down the best.

As soon as she arrived in Cape Town, they sent me photos right away, which helped this meowmy on the other side of the world calm down instantly.

Honestly, I highly, highly recommend the team at Animal Travel Agency – you won’t be disappointed.

We reached out to Animal Travel Agency to help get our Cat Whiskers over to the USA.
Damien assisted us from the start and we are very happy with the pivotal role he played in ensuring our cat reaches us safely.
We could not be more happy with the end result.

Sam was AMAZING. She managed to get our two cats to us in the Netherlands in just over a week (or less?) after reaching out to her. She never doubted the process and made me feel at ease each step of the way. The flight our cats were meant to take was cancelled at 21:30 in the evening. Sam sprung into action and her team collected our cats and kept them for an evening before attempting flight two the following night. They arrived with us so calm and the carrier they were in was very spacious.

Would HIGHLY recommend Sam and her team.

Sam helped ship our two Jack Russell’s from SA to Cyprus. She was brilliant and went out of her way to ensure that their flight was as stress free as possible. Would strongly recommend using them.

Animal Travel has been nothing but AMAZING during the long process of getting my two dogs from South Africa to Australia. Samantha was absolutely BRILLIANT and went the extra mile for me and my epileptic furbaby to ensure he was okay!

I highly recommend this company, and Sam specifically, to anyone that is wanting piece of mind that your furkids are looked after and that all the paperwork will be correct and completed!

THANK YOU Sam and the AT team! You guys rock!

Leatittia and her team were simply amazing to say the least. Whether it was advising us on what, how or when, this is an absolute expert team! We emigrated under quite a rush due to new employment and had to delay our dogs flight due to European regulations, despite these hurdles, Leatittia and the team made absolutely everything possible. Our four legged kid arrived 90 days later, Talbot took care of everything and our dog was in the best hands we could have hoped for. The arrival in Germany was super smooth, whether it was the vaccinations, customs control or the German state veterinary approval to enter the country. Everything was absolutely prepared to the T. An absolute recommendation for anyone looking for a team which will take care of your pets as if they are their own. Thank you Talbot Pets for everything and for ensuring our family is complete.

Caring pet travel agents
Thank you Talbot Pets International and Lilly for all the communication and help in getting our precious cat over to the UK! We are so pleased that we found this agency who genuinely care for our pets wellbeing and do everything possible to make sure they are comfortable and safe before they fly.
I must also mention that Lilly had redundancies in place for Mittens flight checkin due to planned SA unrest. When we realised Mittens would fly the same day as potential unrest we called Lilly, and she immediately listed off her plan of action should there be any issues. This really made us feel like our pet was in the right hands and we are so grateful for all the extra effort!
Thank you also to Rob from Noah’s Transport who collected Mittens for her drive from Durban to Jhb.
We highly recommend Talbot ✨

We are so thankful for Candice and Talbot pets international for assisting us in getting our 2 dogs to Malta. They organised travel for our dogs from Cape Town to Jhb, and then onto Malta. Due to lockdown restrictions our dogs were unable to get onto their first flight, so Candice looked after our dogs for nearly 2 months. She sent us regular updates (pictures and videos), fed them great food and cared for them as if they were her own! When our dogs arrived they were very happy and healthy. I highly recommend their services.

I cannot express how thankful i am to have found Talbot Pets, they have gone over and beyond the requirement to ensure our three Hounds were safely fetched in Johannesburg and safely delivered from Heathrow airport.
They guided us 100% accurately and gave us any info we needed, on the day the pack left, we received videos and pictures of them. again, just a heartfelt thanks. if you needs your beloved pets moved, these are the people to use !

I’ve had a wonderful experience with Talbot Pets! So grateful to have found them. Candice provided excellent customer service and despite being in two different time zones everything came together efficiently. Would recommend if you’re looking for competitive pricing, shorter lead times and safe travels for your pets!

Evans did a great job of arranging for our cat to move from SA to UK. His attention to detail and his friendly helpfulness was a delight. The whole experience was very good and Jasper arrived safe & sound.

Thank you to Clarise if PETport Animal Travel,Clarise really went out of her way to keep me informed all the way as well as their agents in the UK.my two fur babies arrived happy which I stressed as Cuddles is going blind and is very weary and Roxy is just skittering. They arrived safe and sound. Thank you PETport.

They quoted me R1982 to transport 4 degus(similar to a gerbal) 90km really a rip off don’t even bother with a quote also there sales person is rude and think she is a rocket scientist and owns the world, also they take ages to get back to you they will never have the honor of calling me a customer daylight robbery

Covid19 has not made things easy for anyone. We moved to the UK in March 2020 leaving our furbabies in South Africa with my brother until my hubby and I had found work and a pet friendly place to live. Little did we know that the UK would go into lockdown just 10 days after we moved here. Fast forward to 9 months later, cancelled flights and endless sleepless nights filled with worry wondering when we would see our babies again, we finally got some good news. Kendal Pietersen our lovely consultant from PETport made what seemed like an impossible dream come true. She never gave up even though the odds were stacked against us with the UK going into a second lockdown. We are finally reunited with our furbabies and they are settling in to their new life in the UK. Thank you to Kendal and everyone we have dealt with at PETport for making this all possible. Your hard work reunites families and that is something very special. xxx Shanelle, Keegan, Hercules and Loki Bima

If I could rate Kendal from PETport 6 Stars I would! We have just had 4 Domestic Cats transferred to the UK with PETport. I cannot emphasis enough just how professional Kendal was and how she showed complete passion and empathy throughout the entire process. She kept us updated on a regular basis and made sure everything went according to plan. The Cattery at the PETport offices is well kept and the cats are very well looked after. Kendal is definitely a valuable asset to PETport’s business. We realize these are very difficult circumstance with the pandemic, yet you all continue to operate with efficiency and professionalism. Well done all at PETport!