Military Pet Transportation Services
Moving under PCS orders with your pet is stressful enough—let us handle the rest. Across The Pond Pets delivers expert **military pet transportation services**, including PCS pet relocation, DoD pet shipping, and overseas military pet transport. From navigating base-specific import rules to coordinating quarantine, flight, and documentation, we make sure your furry family member arrives safely—on time, every time.
Trusted by military families worldwide for over a decade | USDA-Accredited | IPATA Member
Across The Pond Pets specializes in military pet transportation and PCS pet relocation services for U.S. military families, DoD contractors, and government employees. Whether you’re transferring to Yokota AB, Ramstein, or Camp Humphreys, we provide safe, reliable, and fully compliant pet relocation services tailored to military timelines and regulations.
Supporting Our Troops – One Pet at a Time
Across The Pond Pets proudly supports the U.S. military community by providing reliable, safe, and stress-free pet transportation during PCS moves and deployments. Whether you're relocating to or from major bases like Yokota (Japan), Ramstein (Germany), or Camp Humphreys (South Korea), we've got your pet's journey covered.
Popular Military Routes
- USA → Japan (Yokota, Okinawa, Misawa)
- Japan → USA (Los Angeles, Seattle, San Diego, Honolulu)
- USA → Germany (Ramstein, Spangdahlem)
- USA → South Korea (Camp Humphreys, Osan)
- Worldwide military base coverage available
PCS Pet Moves by Destination
Planning a Permanent Change of Station? Get detailed guidance and expert assistance for pet relocations to these key military PCS destinations:
Who We Help
- Active Duty Military Personnel & Families
- Department of Defense Contractors
- Government Employees & PCS Travelers
Our Services Include
- Door-to-door pet relocation
- Flight booking and logistics for international travel
- Military base access and coordination
- USDA health certificates and customs clearance
- Complete documentation preparation for international travel and PCS moves
- Quarantine guidance for countries like Japan & South Korea
We understand military timelines and will work with your PCS orders and reporting dates to ensure your pets arrive safely and on time.
- Experience with all U.S. military branches
- Familiar with base protocol & pet import rules
- We handle all paperwork and permits
- Temperature-controlled and pet-safe routing
- Ongoing communication and updates throughout your pet's journey
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Your PCS Pet Relocation Journey
- Review Your PCS Orders & Timeline – We’ll plan your pet’s move around reporting dates and duty assignments.
- Destination Requirement Guidance – Whether for Japan, Germany, South Korea, or elsewhere, we'll verify and handle all pet import regulations for military bases overseas.
- Veterinary Prep & Documentation – From vaccination and titer testing to USDA health certificates and quarantine clearance.
- Booking & Coordination – We manage flights (commercial or military charter if available), and ground transport to/from bases and airports.
- Base Access & Arrival Logistics – We coordinate with Traffic Management/Ops offices, ground handling, and delivery at destination base.
- Quarantine & Release Support – Guidance through processes like Japan or South Korea’s advance notification and titer protocols.
- Follow-Through & Communication – You stay informed at every step: vet prep, paperwork, route, and arrival status.
Frequently Asked Questions
Popular Military Pet Transport Routes
Whether you're moving to or from the U.S., our team specializes in safe, two-way military pet transportation for some of the busiest routes worldwide.
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USA ⇄ Japan
Via Seattle (SEA), Los Angeles (LAX), Tokyo Narita (NRT), Okinawa (OKA)
Common Breeds: German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Shiba Inu -
USA ⇄ Germany
Via Baltimore (BWI), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Frankfurt (FRA), Ramstein
Common Breeds: Golden Retriever, Beagle, Belgian Malinois -
USA ⇄ South Korea
Via Seattle (SEA), San Francisco (SFO), Incheon (ICN), Osan AB
Common Breeds: Corgi, Siberian Husky, Poodle

Example routes — we also handle many other locations worldwide.
Additional Military Pet Resources
Beyond our relocation services, here are trusted resources that may assist with costs or provide community support during your PCS move.
PCS Pet Cost Assistance
Learn about SPCA International grants that help cover pet transportation expenses for military families.
View SPCA PCS Grant InfoDogs on Deployment
A nonprofit that helps service members find foster care and support for pets during deployment or PCS transitions.
Visit Dogs on DeploymentReady to Relocate Your Pet with Confidence?
Our expert team has helped countless military families move their pets safely and stress-free — no matter the destination. Start your move today by completing our secure request form and let us handle every step.
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