our services
Embarking on international pet travel is quite a different ball game compared to our human travel experiences.
We operate a convenient loan travel box system between our Johannesburg and Cape Town branches.
Three year rabies vaccinations are not accepted for the importation of pets into South Africa.
Sedating pets during air travel is strongly discouraged by veterinary professionals and airline regulations.
Beware relying solely on internet pet travel advice; regulations may have changed multiple times since the information was published.
We offer a complementary financial support plan should your pets’ journey face an unplanned event.
Our skilled manufacturing team specializes in crafting wooden Pet Travel Crates that ensure your pet's safety and compliance with IATA regulations.
Ensuring your pet's comfort is essential, especially since the travel crate will be their home base for several hours during the journey.
Explore our chosen premier boarding facilities where every pet is treated as a cherished family member, not just a dog or cat.
Settling into a new home with pets?
Welcome to Global Paws NEW Online Pet Shop! Explore our start-up packages for all their needs, plus essential household items like universal electric plugs. Shop confidently for high-quality products prioritizing your pet's well-being and your convenience. Give your pet (and yourself) the warm, hassle-free welcome you both deserve.
PET TRAVELING SERVICES
Pet relocation entails more than just putting an animal on an aircraft. It involves weeks, sometimes months, of veterinary preparation for every pet shipment!
At Global Paws, we handle the entire pet relocation process with expertise and care. Here's what we offer:
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Expert Guidance: We navigate complicated country requirements and airline restrictions on your behalf.
Paperwork Assistance: We meticulously check your pet's paperwork and provide detailed veterinary time schedules.
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Flight Booking: We take care of booking your pet's flight and handle all necessary formalities.
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Travel Crates: We manufacture and supply airline-approved travel crates for your pet's comfort and safety.
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Our Vehicles: Our well maintained fleet of enclosed, branded, and air-conditioned vehicles ensures safe transportation for your pets.
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Animal Handlers: Rest assured, our dedicated team of Animal Handlers are not only well-trained and equipped for the job, but they're also passionate animal lovers! From delivering Traveller Comfort Packs to collecting necessary documentation for State Vet endorsement, arranging pet pickups, and safely transporting your furry friend to the airport, our handlers are there every step of the way to provide top-notch care and assistance.
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Regular Updates: We keep you informed with regular communications on the status of your pets while they're in our care.
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Additional Comfort: We offer our Traveler Comfort Pack and Pet Protection Plan to ensure a smoother journey for your pets.
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Care Tags: A comprehensive tool featuring appointment diaries, vaccine organizers, and a lost pet reunion feature.
Let us take the stress out of pet relocation, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey for your furry friends.
WHAT MAKES GLOBAL PAWS STAND OUT
At Global Paws, we're recognised as the trusted leader in the industry, endorsed by our clients, reputable airlines, Embassies, IPATA agents, global pet relocation companies, removal companies, corporate companies, and veterinarians who regularly recommend our services worldwide.
Operating from two prominent branches in Johannesburg and Cape Town, we take pride in crafting our own travel crates and pet bedding, ensuring the utmost safety and comfort for your beloved pets. With a proven track record of transporting over 65,000 pets and manufacturing more than 60,000 travel crates, our dedication to client satisfaction is unwavering.
As a South African-based family business, we priorities your pets' well-being, offering air-conditioned vehicles, and our Pet Protection Plan covering pets during international transportation. Our extensive services include pet courier services, delivery of Traveler Comfort Packs, and access to our convenient online shop.
Benefit from our in-house pet travel crate manufacturing, expert consultants, kenneling services, and up-to-date knowledge of country requirements. Proud members of IPATA and accredited by IATA, our staff undergo LAR training and hold BOAS certifications, ensuring the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Recognised with the World Branding Award, we go the extra mile to provide exceptional service, including a dedicated vet room at our Johannesburg office and round-the-clock manned emergency phone support.
Trust Global Paws to ensure your pet's journey is seamlessly arranged, safe and comfortable.
“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened”.
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Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 9:00 - 16:30