Starwood Pet Travel
Starwood Pet Travel is an American international pet relocation company that provides door-to-door transport services for household pets moving domestically and overseas. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cape Coral, Florida, the company coordinates veterinary documentation, customs clearance, and airline logistics for pets traveling to more than 80 countries worldwide.[1][2]
History
Starwood Pet Travel was established in 2011 to simplify international pet relocation for families, expatriates, and corporate transferees. Over time, it expanded to serve destinations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. In 2025, the company was featured in USA Today for “redefining what it means to move pets across international borders,” highlighting its role in shaping modern standards of safety and transparency in global pet travel.[1]
The USA Today article cited by Quebec News and Milwaukee News described Starwood as “a trusted solution for families seeking expert guidance and compassionate care” amid growing demand for international pet relocation, particularly to destinations such as the United Kingdom, Spain, and Portugal.[2]
Services
Starwood Pet Travel offers full-service pet relocation for cats and dogs, including:
- Veterinary documentation and health certificate preparation
- Airline bookings and travel crate consultation
- Customs clearance and import/export permit coordination
- Door-to-door pickup and delivery
- Real-time tracking and client communication portals
Its operations follow IATA Live Animal Regulations and comply with country-specific import/export requirements.[3]
Industry Context
Starwood Pet Travel operates within a growing global market for pet transport and relocation services. According to a 2025 market report by Yahoo! Finance, the pet travel services industry was valued at USD 2.4 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 3.9 billion by 2030, with key players including Starwood Pet Travel, Air Animal Pet Movers, and PetRelocation.com.[3]
This Old House also lists Starwood Pet Travel among leading U.S. pet shipping companies, noting its door-to-door international service model as part of an independent comparison of providers.[4]
Partnerships and Recognition
Starwood has collaborated with other industry providers such as My Pet Cab to enhance ground transport logistics for air relocations.[5] It was also recognized by BestStartup.us as one of the “101 Best Florida Pet Companies and Startups,” cited for innovation, growth strategy, and positive societal impact.[6]
Operations
The company maintains its headquarters in Cape Coral, Florida, with a global network of agents and airline partners that manage regulatory compliance and safe animal transport. Starwood employs staff remotely across North America and Europe to coordinate shipments and customer support.[1]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Starwood Pet Travel Sets New Standard for International Pet Relocation in 2025". Quebec News. 18 September 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Starwood Pet Travel Sets New Standard for International Pet Relocation in 2025". Milwaukee News. 18 September 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Pet Travel Services Market Report 2025–2030". Yahoo! Finance. 2 October 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ↑ "Compare Pet Shipping Companies". This Old House. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ↑ "Partnerships". My Pet Cab. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ↑ "101 Best Florida Pet Companies and Startups". BestStartup.us. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
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