The Nation’s Leader in Personally Escorted Pet Travel

We personally escort pets on domestic and international journeys, providing the expertise, planning, and care families need during life’s biggest moves.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Personalized Pet Travel Services

Cabin Companions provides concierge-level pet relocation, meticulous travel planning, and dedicated one-on-one care designed with expertise and peace of mind families deserve. Every journey is personally coordinated and handled by our team of experienced animal welfare professionals—not contractors or gig workers.

International Pet Relocation

Moving abroad with your pet? Personalized planning, paperwork guidance, and in-cabin travel coordination.

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Domestic Pet Air Travel

Safe in-cabin transportation throughout the United States for cats and small dogs.

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Private Ground Transport

Dedicated long-distance road transportation for dogs who travel better by car than plane.

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REAL JOURNEYS

Trusted for Extraordinary Pet Journeys

From complex international relocations to stress-sensitive travel for anxious pets, every journey we coordinate is handled with the same calm expertise and personalized care.

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Lacey, a sensitive rescue cat, resting comfortably after a cross-country relocation from Las Vegas to Portland, Maine

Las Vegas → Portland, Maine

A sensitive rescue cat traveled safely across the country with personalized in-cabin support and direct care throughout the journey.

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Abbey, a cancer survivor dog, during a personally escorted cross-country ground journey from San Francisco to Columbus, Ohio

San Fransisco → Columbus, Ohio​

A senior dog with a history of cancer traveled comfortably across the country with dedicated private ground transportation and individualized care.

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One of four cats personally escorted from Rochester, New York to Bangkok, Thailand during an international relocation journey

New York → Bangkok

Multiple cats, international flights, overnight logistics, and personalized travel support for two families relocating to Thailand.

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Monica Tarant speaking at an animal welfare conference about pet relocation and feline care expertise

UNMATCHED EXPERTISE

Founded by Nationally Recognized Leader in Animal Welfare

Monica Tarant is one of the nation’s most respected voices in animal welfare and cat sheltering, having helped relocate tens of thousands of animals throughout her career.

Together, Monica, Gabe, and Natasha bring decades of animal welfare, relocation, and travel experience to every journey.

Because when transporting a beloved pet, there is no substitute for experience.

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TRUSTED BY PET FAMILIES AROUND THE WORLD

Real Reviews from Real Journeys

From international relocations and domestic flights to private ground transport, families trust Cabin Companions to guide their pets safely home.

WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE CABIN COMPANIONS

Personally Escorted. Never Handed Off.

Most pet transportation companies coordinate travel and then assign the journey to third-party transporters or contractor networks.

Cabin Companions is different. The same team you speak with during planning is the team caring for your pet throughout the journey—from departure through arrival.

No Contractors or Gig Workers

Your pet travels with a member of our team—not an unknown transporter assigned after booking.

Animal Welfare Professionals

Decades of experience in animal welfare, veterinary medicine, rescue, sheltering, and pet advocacy.

International & Logistics Expertise

Experienced with complex domestic and international relocations, customs requirements, and travel coordination.

USDA Certified & Fully Insured

Professional oversight, liability protection, and peace of mind throughout the journey.

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Ready to Start Planning Your Pet’s Journey?

Every relocation begins with a personalized consultation focused on your pet’s comfort, travel requirements, and destination logistics.

Kevin the bulldog lays comfortably in a car on a private ground transport journey with Cabin Companions

Real Pets. Real Journeys.

Personally escorted every step of the way.

THE PROCESS

Every Trip Carefully Coordinated

We help families navigate domestic travel, international relocation requirements, airline coordination, and route planning with personalized support from start to finish.

01

Consultation & Careful Planning

We learn about your pet’s temperament, travel history, medical considerations, and destination requirements before building a customized travel plan.

02

Travel Coordination & Preparation

From airline approvals and travel documents to health certificate timing and route logistics, every detail is carefully prepared in advance.

03

Calm, Personally Escorted Travel

Your pet travels with a dedicated member of our team from departure to arrival — never handed off between contractors or treated like cargo. Every journey is handled with calm, direct communication and individualized attention throughout.

04

Arrival & Transition Support

From airport pickup and overnight accommodations to international customs guidance and post-arrival check-ins, we remain available throughout the journey to ensure a smooth, safe transition into your pet’s new home.

READY WHEN YOU ARE

Personalized Pet Travel Starts With a Conversation

Every relocation is different. Whether you’re planning an international relocation, coordinating cross-country ground transport, or helping an anxious cat fly safely, we’re here to guide you through every step.

USDA Certified & Fully Insured • In-Cabin & Ground Transport

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Tell Us About Your Plans

No obligation consultation • Domestic & International