Pet Cargo Services for Travel Within Canada & Internationally
Need to fly your pet as cargo? Paws en route helps coordinate pet cargo travel with airlines including Air Canada Cargo and WestJet Cargo, depending on your pet, route, crate size and travel dates. From airline bookings and travel-crate requirements to documentation, airport coordination and door-to-door ground transportation, we help manage your pet’s journey from start to finish.
Pet Cargo Services for Travel Within Canada & Internationally
Need to fly your pet as cargo? Paws en route helps coordinate pet cargo travel with airlines including Air Canada Cargo and WestJet Cargo, depending on your pet, route, crate size and travel dates. From airline bookings and travel-crate requirements to documentation, airport coordination and door-to-door ground transportation, we help manage your pet’s journey from start to finish.
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Pet cargo bookings with Canada’s major airlines
Every airline has its own rules for pets travelling as cargo, from crate sizes and breed restrictions to booking windows and seasonal limits. We match your pet to the right airline and route, then handle the details with the cargo team so nothing is left to chance at drop-off.
Air Canada Pet Cargo
We coordinate pet bookings with Air Canada Cargo for travel within Canada and internationally, including confirming space, crate requirements, documentation and cargo terminal drop-off timing.
WestJet Pet Cargo
For WestJet Cargo routes, we confirm your pet’s eligibility, crate sizing and the documentation needed for acceptance, then line up drop-off and pickup at each end.
International airline partners
When your pet’s route involves a foreign carrier or a connection, we plan the routing so the whole journey works for your pet, not just the first flight.
Paws en route is an independent IPATA member pet travel company and is not affiliated with Air Canada or WestJet.
When your pet needs to fly as cargo
Cargo isn’t always a choice. Pets often travel this way when:
- They’re too big for the cabin or checked baggage. Large breeds and big crates often exceed checked-baggage limits.
- They’re travelling without you. Pets flying unaccompanied travel as cargo.
- The destination requires it. Some countries, including the UK, only accept pets arriving as manifest cargo.
- Your airline or route leaves no other option. Some airlines and routes don’t accept pets as checked baggage.
Pet cargo bookings with Canada’s major airlines
Every airline has its own rules for pets travelling as cargo, from crate sizes and breed restrictions to booking windows and seasonal limits. We match your pet to the right airline and route, then handle the details with the cargo team so nothing is left to chance at drop-off.
Air Canada Pet Cargo
We coordinate pet bookings with Air Canada Cargo for travel within Canada and internationally, including confirming space, crate requirements, documentation and cargo terminal drop-off timing.
WestJet Pet Cargo
For WestJet Cargo routes, we confirm your pet’s eligibility, crate sizing and the documentation needed for acceptance, then line up drop-off and pickup at each end.
International airline partners
When your pet’s route involves a foreign carrier or a connection, we plan the routing so the whole journey works for your pet, not just the first flight.
Paws en route is an independent IPATA member pet travel company and is not affiliated with Air Canada or WestJet.
When your pet needs to fly as cargo
Cargo isn’t always a choice. Pets often travel this way when:
- They’re too big for the cabin or checked baggage. Large breeds and big crates often exceed checked-baggage limits.
- They’re travelling without you. Pets flying unaccompanied travel as cargo.
- The destination requires it. Some countries, including the UK, only accept pets arriving as manifest cargo.
- Your airline or route leaves no other option. Some airlines and routes don’t accept pets as checked baggage.
How we get your pet booked as cargo.
Whether your pet is flying within Canada or internationally, one specialist coordinates the cargo booking, crate, documents and timing. Ground transport can be added at either end.
Tell us the route, your dates and your pet’s size and breed. That’s enough for a specialist to start.
We confirm which airlines can take your pet on that route, the crate size they’ll need and the documents required, and send you the plan in writing.
We secure the cargo booking and line up the crate, vet appointments and paperwork so every date works together.
We coordinate drop-off at the cargo terminal and pickup on arrival, including customs or import requirements at the destination.
Door-to-door ground transportation at either end, with bonded and insured drivers.
A specialist reviews your pet’s route, size and dates and sends you a clear cargo plan before anything is booked.
How we get your pet booked as cargo.
Whether your pet is flying within Canada or internationally, one specialist coordinates the cargo booking, crate, documents and timing. Ground transport can be added at either end.
Tell us the route, your dates and your pet’s size and breed. That’s enough for a specialist to start.
We confirm which airlines can take your pet on that route, the crate size they’ll need and the documents required, and send you the plan in writing.
We secure the cargo booking and line up the crate, vet appointments and paperwork so every date works together.
We coordinate drop-off at the cargo terminal and pickup on arrival, including customs or import requirements at the destination.
Door-to-door ground transportation at either end, with bonded and insured drivers.
“I got quotes from all kinds of companies and Paws En Route was competitive price wise and the only service I found that would manage the dog’s trip in both countries.”
“Paws En Route and its team were amazing in helping our fur baby move overseas.”
“It is the second time in a row that I have used Paws en Route's services for my little Lily's travel to South Africa. Sending an animal by cargo is never a light decision, but I felt confident that Lily was in good hands with the Paws en Route team.”
“Mona and Alex have helped us so much, they made sure all the steps were explained carefully and with clear instructions so we don't miss any important information.”
What affects the cost of pet cargo
Your quote itemises every line before anything is booked or paid for.
Which airlines can carry your pet, how many connections there are, and the rules at both ends.
Cargo rates are based on the size and weight of your pet and crate, so bigger pets cost more to fly.
Health certificates, permits and vet visits vary by destination.
Added only if you want it, at one end or both.
What affects the cost of pet cargo
Your quote itemises every line before anything is booked or paid for.
Which airlines can carry your pet, how many connections there are, and the rules at both ends.
Cargo rates are based on the size and weight of your pet and crate, so bigger pets cost more to fly.
Health certificates, permits and vet visits vary by destination.
Added only if you want it, at one end or both.
Pay over time is available if approved. Terms are shown in full before you commit.
What pet parents write afterwards
“I got quotes from all kinds of companies and Paws En Route was competitive price wise and the only service I found that would manage the dog’s trip in both countries.”
“Paws En Route and its team were amazing in helping our fur baby move overseas.”
“It is the second time in a row that I have used Paws en Route's services for my little Lily's travel to South Africa. Sending an animal by cargo is never a light decision, but I felt confident that Lily was in good hands with the Paws en Route team.”
“Mona and Alex have helped us so much, they made sure all the steps were explained carefully and with clear instructions so we don't miss any important information.”
Pet cargo questions, answered
New to pet cargo? Read Pet Cargo Travel: 5 Common Misconceptions before you start. If you still have questions, please contact us.
Still have a question hello@pawsenroute.com A pet travel specialist will get back to you to discuss your next steps.As checked baggage, your pet flies on your ticket and is checked in with you at the passenger counter. As cargo, your pet travels on a separate booking through the airline’s cargo department and is dropped off and collected at a cargo terminal. Cargo is often required for larger pets, unaccompanied pets and certain destinations. Learn more about pet cargo vs. checked baggage.
You may be able to book pet cargo directly with the airline, but requirements vary by airline, route, pet and destination. Paws en route helps coordinate the booking, travel crate, documentation and logistics so you don’t have to manage each piece on your own.
Your pet must be able to stand, turn around and lie down comfortably, and the crate has to meet the airline’s cargo requirements. We confirm the right size before anything is booked. See how to measure your pet for a travel crate.
Yes. Many airlines restrict snub-nosed breeds, and some limit pet cargo during very hot or cold periods. We check your route and dates against those rules before booking. Read our breed-specific tips for pet travel.
Yes. Pets regularly travel unaccompanied as cargo, and we coordinate drop-off, arrival and pickup so someone is there at both ends.
It depends on the route, airline and crate size. Your quote itemises every cost before anything is booked.
Pet cargo questions, answered
New to pet cargo? Read Pet Cargo Travel: 5 Common Misconceptions before you start.
As checked baggage, your pet flies on your ticket and is checked in with you at the passenger counter. As cargo, your pet travels on a separate booking through the airline’s cargo department and is dropped off and collected at a cargo terminal. Cargo is often required for larger pets, unaccompanied pets and certain destinations. Learn more about pet cargo vs. checked baggage.
You may be able to book pet cargo directly with the airline, but requirements vary by airline, route, pet and destination. Paws en route helps coordinate the booking, travel crate, documentation and logistics so you don’t have to manage each piece on your own.
Your pet must be able to stand, turn around and lie down comfortably, and the crate has to meet the airline’s cargo requirements. We confirm the right size before anything is booked. See how to measure your pet for a travel crate.
Yes. Many airlines restrict snub-nosed breeds, and some limit pet cargo during very hot or cold periods. We check your route and dates against those rules before booking. Read our breed-specific tips for pet travel.
Yes. Pets regularly travel unaccompanied as cargo, and we coordinate drop-off, arrival and pickup so someone is there at both ends.
It depends on the route, airline and crate size. Your quote itemises every cost before anything is booked.