Paws en route takes a pet-first approach to travel because we believe your pet should be treated like any other member of your family. Our Calgary team is made up of pet-loving, vetted, and experienced drivers and pet guardians. All transport vehicles come equipped with safety tested and certified harnesses, so you can comfortably rely on Paws en route to transport your pet anytime, any place.
We are IPATA certified agents in Calgary, AB, Canada. This means that we've gone through a rigorous education and verification process to ensure that your pet is in safe hands throughout their journey. We work with IPATA agent partners worldwide to provide you with a seamless door to door service.
Leader in Pet Safety
Paws en route is a leader in pet safety, working in partnership with the Center For Pet Safety in the United States.
R.E.S.T. Assured is our pet transportation solution and operating standard which is based on our philosophy of a PETS First transportation service and is designed to meet pet parents’ expectations. The word R.E.S.T. explains how we deliver our service.
Our technology, people, and processes ensure a guardianship model where pets are respected, treated like a part of the Paws en route family and will be protected and handled with the utmost care.
The Perfect Solution
Safely transport any pet, at any time, to any place
No matter the trip, via ground or air, our furry travellers are always treated like part of the Paws en route family. Paws en route is committed to doing more than taking your pet from point A to point B. The safety and wellbeing of the animal is our top priority. Our pet-first approach combines the best technology with a human touch to provide safe, .reliable, and comfortable pet transportation in Calgary, and to any place
Run by pet lovers
Vetted drivers
Air transportation
Flexible transportation
Services
Types of Transport
Air Transport - Domestic, US & International
Pet travel service includes Travel Arrangements and Documentation for your pet, Customs Broker Services, Veterinary Arrangements and Transportation, Flight Carriers/Crates, Pet Boarding near the airport, Hotel Shuttle, and Airport Ground Transportation service.
We pride ourselves on being the safest way to bring your pet wherever they need to go - whether it's in a plane, or a car.
All drivers have been thoroughly checked
100% Pet safety guarantee
Trusted by leading veterinarians
What our customers are saying
We used Paws on Route back in September 2025 to successfully relocate Arnold, our senior Great Dane, from Canada to Italy. Mona made this (very) stressful process seamless and provided us with support at every step. She was very responsive, made sure that all the paperwork was in order and booked my mandatory CFIA appointment. Thanks to Mona, Arnold is enjoying the dolce vita !
Everything went smoothly. Sam was very helpful. Had a little difficulty finding the correct Cargo Jet receiving entrance but bay 19 was it. Snoop arrived late but is now safe in Alberta with his mumma.
My two favourite pet pals, Alvie and Toby, are now home safe and sound. Thanks Paws en route. Special thanks to Gillian. You were instrumental in making their long trip home happen including introducing me to Andrea and Sandra. Couldn't have asked for anyone better to look after my two until they reached home.
The idea for Paws en route was born out of our founder’s personal need for safe and reliable pet transportation. Started in Toronto, Paws en route has expanded to offer the same great pet transport services in Calgary, Montreal, and Vancouver. Our delivery model eliminates barriers and relieves pet parents from the stress of travelling with animals. We are dedicated to exceeding the expectations of pet parents by providing a high-quality service based on care, respect, safety, knowledge, and experience. Our client testimonials and reviews provide first-hand descriptions of the Paws en route experience.
New Zealand requires strict biosecurity coordination for pets from Canada, with a transition between the 2021 and 2026 Import Health Standards, rabies titre testing, an MPI import permit, cargo flights into Auckland or Christchurch, and quarantine.
Moving a dog or cat from Canada to Australia requires strict biosecurity coordination, from rabies titre testing and import permits to manifest cargo flights and post-arrival quarantine in Melbourne.
A beginner-friendly overview of how pet air travel works, covering in-cabin, checked-baggage, and cargo travel, domestic versus international requirements, and what to expect on travel day.
Take a quick read below from a few of our happy clients and their experience with Paws en route.
"If you need a fantastic way to get from A to B with your baby fur) Paws on Route amazing amazing company not liking the word company.. more like family.. give them a call."
~ Tamara S.
"I had my beagle dog shipped from Kingston ON to Victoria BC, long story short, it is a very reliable, professional, kind, warm hearted, pet caring business!!"
~ Hyungjoo R.
"Paws en route provided us a wonderful service, coordinating every step of the way from finding flights, booking them, picking our cats up, transporting them to the boarding location and making sure they arrive at their destination on time."
~ Sumit G.
"Great experience and great communication. The receptionist is absolutely helpful. If anything is not clear they will just contact you to clarify and make sure your service request is attended. I totally recommend their service."
~ Iara G.
"My two favourite pet pals, Alvie and Toby, are now home safe and sound. Thanks Paws en route. Couldn't have asked for anyone better to look after my two until they reached home."
~ Susan G.
"Paws en Route is a fantastic company. Sandra was absolutely amazing to deal with and even video called me when she picked up my puppy. This is a company who truly cares about the well being of the pets they are transporting. HIGHLY recommend!!"
