Monica from Cabin Companions, a professional cat flight nanny, stands in front of a Delta plane at sunrise holding a soft-sided pet carrier for in-cabin pet travel.

Detroit’s Trusted Pet Travel Experts — In-Cabin or Ground, No Surprises

They’ll stay by our side — calm, secure, and loved from pickup to drop-off.

We create every travel plan around your pet’s comfort and safety. No strangers. No scary handoffs.
Local pickup available throughout Southeast Michigan.

We’ll review your details and send a personalized quote within 24 hours.

Why Detroit Pet Parents Trust Cabin Companions

USDA Certified & Fully Insured

Certified and insured for safe, legal pet transport.

Local Pickup Across Southeast Michigan

Convenient, lower-cost trips for Detroit-area families. We’re based near DTW and offer direct pickup in most of Metro Detroit.

30+ Years of Feline Expertise

Founded by Monica Tarant, the nation’s top cat relocation expert. Trusted by shelters, rescues, and families across the U.S.

Live Tracking via AirTag

Live GPS tracking, photos, and texts from start to finish. You’ll never wonder where your pet is — we keep you fully in the loop.

What Michigan Pet Parents Ask Us Most (FAQS)

Can you pick up my pet anywhere in Metro Detroit?

Yes! We offer door-to-door service throughout Southeast Michigan, including pickups from homes, breeders, rescues, or shelters in the Detroit metro area.

Do you offer ground transportation from Michigan?

We do. For pets too large to fly in-cabin or for families preferring road-only options, we provide private, USDA-certified ground transport from Michigan to anywhere in the U.S.

Who will be flying with my pet?

Every pet is personally escorted by either Monica or Gabe — never subcontracted or handed off to a stranger. We’re with your pet every step of the way.

Will my pet be safe and calm during the trip?

Yes. We use safe, airline-approved carriers, stick to comforting routines, and offer one-on-one handling the entire time — no cargo, no crowds, no chaos.

Can you help with last-minute or emergency travel?

Yes. We regularly assist with urgent moves and time-sensitive relocations. If you’re on a tight timeline, we can build a personalized travel plan within 24 hours — just reach out.

Do you transport pets with special needs or medical conditions?

We do. With over 30 years in animal welfare, we’re experienced in handling shy, senior, or medically fragile pets. We’ll work with your vet to follow any necessary protocols and ensure comfort every step of the way.

Ready to Plan Your Pet’s Trip?

Why Detroit Pet Parents Choose Cabin Companions

Every trip is built on personal care, expert handling, and full transparency. Based in Detroit, we help Michigan families relocate their pets with calm, one-on-one travel — never cargo, never handed off. Monica Tarant is a nationally recognized expert in cat sheltering and transport — and that experience guides every journey we plan.

Owner-Escorted, Always

Your pet travels with Monica or Gabe — never a stranger or subcontractor. We handle the entire trip ourselves, from your door to the destination, with real-time updates and calm, consistent care.

Tailored Pet Travel Plans

We tailor every detail around your pet’s needs: gentle handling, stress-free carriers, and preferred routes. Whether you’re headed across Michigan or cross-country, we make it easy and safe.

Experienced Pet Travel Pros

With over 30 years in animal care and transport, we understand how to keep pets calm and safe — whether they’re shy senior cats or high-energy puppies. We tailor each journey to your pet’s needs, treating them like family every step of the way.

Where We’ve Traveled — From Detroit to Anywhere

From coast-to-coast moves to cross-border journeys, we’ve helped Michigan pets travel safely across the U.S. and beyond — always personalized, never in cargo, and never handed off.

How It Works

1.
Request a Free Quote

Tell us where your pet needs to go and when. We’ll respond within 24 hours with a custom travel plan and pricing.

2.
Approve Your Custom Travel Plan

We’ll handle all logistics—flights, carriers, and calming care protocols—based on your pet’s age, size, and needs.

3.
Travel With a Personal Escort

Your pet stays by our side the entire trip. No handoffs, no cargo holds—just safe, one-on-one travel from start to finish.

What Cat Parents Are Saying:

Dianne Meighoo
07:01 28 Sep 25
Cabin Companions have truly been a blessing with helping me move with my 2 cats. There is so much that goes into moving with pets especially when it is a long haul international trip. They were with me each step of the way from planning to filling out forms (with each step clearly marked out). They were also my emotional support when curveballs happened during the process and kept me from bursting into tears. I could not have done it without all of their expertise and care along each step. They were also always readily available with communication during the entire process. They have been so helpful and caring that my family will be trusting them with their pets as well.
Elizabeth James
17:58 14 Sep 25
From our very first conversation with Gabe and Monica to the transferring of our cat back into our care, the experience with Cabin Companions was excellent. Our cat hates to travel but was taken very good care of by Gabe as she flew from Las Vegas, NV to her new home with us in Maine. Gabe was always willing to make accommodation for changes in plan. We could not recommend Cabin Companions more highly. 😊🐈‍⬛✈️🧡
Susie Norris
12:07 12 Sep 25
Cabin Companions rescued me from an impossible travel situation: 1 person and 3 dogs who needed to fly across the country and back. Gabe and the Cabin companions operation made it all possible through professionalism, excellent organization and communication, kind-heartedness, pet saavy, and amazing people and pet care skills. I am grateful to them and look forward to working with them again to make a challenging travel experience into a fun time. Thank you!!!