Emergency Pet Travel Services | Fast, Safe, and Personalized Help When You Need It Most

When time is critical, you need a team you can trust. Cabin Companions provides premium, personalized emergency pet travel—whether you’re facing a sudden move, family emergency, natural disaster, or urgent relocation need. We specialize in in-cabin flights and private ground transport for cats, dogs, and other small animals, with 24–72 hour turnaround and continuous care.

Get in touch today and we’ll respond within 12–24 hours with a custom plan to get your pet home safely.

💬 Need urgent help right now?
Email us at travel@cabincompanions.com or text Gabe directly at 313-228-6766 — we’ll respond as quickly as possible.

We respond to all emergency travel requests within 12–24 hours, but if your case is especially urgent, please don’t hesitate to reach out directly.

Why Families Trust Cabin Companions for Emergency Pet Travel

In-cabin pet travel for cats and dogs with flight nanny

How Emergency Pet Travel Works

1.
Request Help

Tell us what’s going on. We respond quickly with a travel plan.

2.
Rapid Booking

We confirm flights or ground routing, customized for your pet.

3.
Fully escorted travel

Your pet travels with Monica or Gabe — no cargo, no handoffs

4.
Safe arrival

You’ll receive continuous updates, tracking, and peace of mind.

What Our Clients Say

Paula Marron-Poitras
23:46 18 Dec 25
From our first Zoom interview with Gabe to the time he finally delivered our fur baby to our destination, we were completely impressed with Cabin Companions. Most importantly, Gabe was able to deal effectively with adversity: First of all, he was able to get our very highly sensitive cat through TSA with no problems. Secondly, when the original flight to our destination was delayed for several hours, Gabe was able to think quickly, and find an alternative flight that got our cat back to us only 45 minutes late. We would recommend Cabin Companions to anyone.
Julie Phillips
11:01 17 Dec 25
Gabe was wonderful from start to finish in the process of taking care of getting my cat, Millie, to France. This was a very stressful time in general and having him handle the ins and outs of how to get her safely to France with the least amount of stress to me was totally worth it. I met with him personally and could tell he was an animal lover and would care for her like I would, but he was able to do it completely focused on her. The peace of mind knowing she was in the cabin with Gabe as opposed to cargo was priceless. Millie is my baby and I would not hesitate to use Cabin Companions if you are looking for quality service. He brought her right to my door and by the next day she was totally fine and happy with her surroundings.
paula meighoo
07:37 29 Nov 25
Cabin Companion was incredible from start to finish. They had every step of the process worked out that was easy to understand. They were there for any questions or concerns with knowledgeable experienced answers. My cat "Tiger" gets anxious for a 10min car ride so I needed someone experienced and caring. Gabe and Monica kept us updated throughout the fur babies journey with photos. It is obvious they care about your pet's comfort, safety and emotional well being. My sister used them for her 2 cats and my parents and I trusted them with our cats as well from NY to Thailand.I highly recommend their service to any fur baby parent.

Meet the Team Behind Cabin Companions

Cabin Companions is a proudly woman-owned business, founded by Monica Tarant and her husband, Gabe Downey. With over 30 years of combined experience in animal welfare and relocation, we specialize in time-sensitive, personalized pet travel by air and ground.

Monica is the nation’s leading expert in cat transport and emergency relocation, having overseen the movement of tens of thousands of animals across the U.S. and internationally. Together, we offer compassionate, expert-led service for pets and the people who love them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can you schedule an emergency transport?

We can typically accommodate trips within 24–72 hours, depending on routing and airline availability.

Do you offer emergency travel for cats, dogs, or both?

Yes. We specialize in both dog and cat transport, and can also accommodate other small animals on request.

What if my pet can’t fly in-cabin?

We’ll explore private ground options or safe cargo alternatives when appropriate.

Can you handle natural disaster or evacuation situations?

Yes. We’ve helped pets relocate during hurricanes, fires, and large-scale emergencies.

Will I get updates during the trip?

Yes. You’ll receive live tracking via AirTag, plus regular text or WhatsApp updates throughout the journey.

What does full-service relocation typically cost?

Domestic trips typically start at $1500–$2500 depending on distance and logistics. International moves start around $3000+. Every relocation is custom-quoted based on your pet’s needs and travel details.

Ready to Get Started?

We respond to every emergency request within 24 hours. Your pet’s safety and comfort come first—we’re here to help make this as smooth as possible.