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We support in-cabin travel only.

We do not coordinate cargo transport under any circumstance.

We believe pets, and especially service animals, belong safely by your side. Our entire service model, processes, and compliance workflows are designed around in-cabin pet and service animal travel.

At launch, roam with us supports in-cabin travel to and from:

• U.S. domestic routes
• United Kingdom
• Mexico
• Hawaii (including quarantine programs)
• European Union

Within the European Union we support in-cabin travel to and from:

• Austria
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Netherlands
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden

More destinations are coming soon.

If there is a country you want supported next, please tell us via our destination interest form.

Yes, many airlines allow dogs in cabin on international routes if key requirements are met:

• Your pet meets airline weight and carrier size limits
• Your pet is a trained service animal or fits the pet-in-cabin program
• Your destination’s health, vaccination, and microchip rules are satisfied
• You meet all country-specific timing requirements for forms and treatments

Some nations restrict in-cabin pet travel (e.g., Australia, New Zealand), but roam with us will guide you toward compliant travel routes wherever possible.

Yes. roam with us specializes in service animal travel, one of our core focus areas.

We help with:

• U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Forms
• Airline-specific documentation (United, Delta, British Airways, Lufthansa, etc.)
• Relief Attestation forms for long flights
• Country-specific rules for trained service animals
• Guidance for psychiatric service dogs and task-trained animals

We ensure your entire submission packet is accurate, compliant, and submitted on time.

We offer four travel concierge tiers:

roam Essentials – $250

Travel-ready pets, simplified. Domestic trips with established service dogs or small dogs approved for in-cabin travel.

Ready, Set, roam – $675

Self-serve checklists with expert review.

roam Concierge – $1,250

End-to-end coordination.

roam Premium – $2,250

White-glove.

Add-Ons:

• Rush processing (when timelines allow)
• Additional pets ($250 per pet)
• Quarantine coordination
• roam with us Explore city guides

In-cabin pet travel typically costs $125–$200 each way for the airline’s pet fee, plus any veterinary and documentation expenses required for your destination.

Most travelers can expect the following baseline costs:

Typical In-Cabin Travel Costs (Without a Service)

• Airline pet fee: $125–$200 each way
• USDA-accredited vet visit: $85–$250‍
• International health certificate: $150–$550‍
• Vaccinations / microchip updates: $50–$150‍
• USDA endorsement (if required): $38–$173‍
• Document shipping: $25–$120
• ‍Total DIY range: ~$400–$1,200 per trip depending on destination.
  

Where DIY Travelers Usually Overspend

Many DIY travelers unintentionally spend more because of:

• Incorrect timelines that require new vet visits
• Missed USDA deadlines forcing overnight shipping
• Airline paperwork rejections
• Needing last-minute corrections or rebookings

A single mistake can create hundreds of dollars in re-filings or date changes.

How roam with us saves travelers money

roam with us helps reduce total costs by:

• Preventing errors that lead to repeated vet visits
• Avoiding emergency overnight USDA shipments
• Guiding you to airline-friendly routes and carriers
• Preventing denied documents or travel delays
• Handling all filings correctly the first time

Many clients find that using roam with us is less expensive than multiple DIY mistakes — and dramatically less stressful.

International in-cabin pet travel costs more than domestic travel due to additional veterinary, airline, and government requirements. Most travelers can expect:

‍

Typical International In-Cabin Costs

• Airline pet fee: $125–$300 each way‍
• USDA-accredited vet exam: $85–$250
• ‍International health certificate (country-specific): $150–$550‍
• Tapeworm treatment (for UK/EU): $20–$40‍
• Rabies vaccine (if needed): $25–$50‍
• Microchip (if needed): $50–$75‍
• USDA endorsement: $38–$173 depending on forms‍
• Document shipping: $25–$120

‍Total DIY International Range: ~$500–$1,500+

‍

High-Regulation Destinations (Higher Cost Range)

Destinations such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hawaii, and parts of the EU require precise timelines and additional treatments. These routes typically cost more due to:

• Additional required vet appointments
• More complex document sequencing
• Mandatory timing windows (1–5 days before arrival)
• Higher risk of rejection for incorrect paperwork

These are the routes where roam with us saves the most time, money, and stress.

‍

How roam with us helps reduce international costs

roam with us prevents:

• Multiple vet visits due to timing mistakes
• Rejected health certificates
• Incorrect USDA submissions
• Arrival issues that may lead to fines or quarantine

Our coordinators manage all timing, filings, and compliance so your trip runs smoothly — and to avoid expensive last-minute corrections.

While DIY travel may look cheaper upfront, most travelers spend more overall due to re-filing fees, missed deadlines, rebooked flights, and emergency USDA processing.

Here’s a simple comparison:

Cost Comparison

‍

Why roam with us is often less expensive in practice

roam with us ensures:

• Zero missed deadlines
• Zero incorrect filings
• Zero rejections due to formatting or timing
• Zero wasted vet visits
• Zero “we can’t fly with our dog tomorrow” emergencies

For many travelers, roam with us ends up saving money, time, and the trip itself — especially on international or high-regulation routes.

Pet travel paperwork has hard deadlines and small mistakes can cost you a flight, a vet visit, or entry at the border. roam with us is a concierge service built for in-cabin travel only.

We coordinate your vet, airline, and government filings in the right order. DIY travelers often rebook flights, repeat vet appointments, or pay rush fees after a form is rejected. Our role is to prevent that stress and keep you and your dog together in the cabin from departure to arrival.

For a cost comparison with DIY planning, see our pricing FAQs on this page.

Create a profile at roamwithus.com, take our 3-minute quiz, choose a package, and a coordinator will guide every step of your trip. If you prefer to get in touch directly, we optionally have an initial consultation offering to get things started quickly.

Yes. Many airlines allow brachycephalic (short-snout) breeds in the cabin, including French Bulldogs, Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boston Terriers, when they meet size and behavior requirements.

Your vet should confirm your dog is fit to fly before you book. Cargo bans do not affect in-cabin eligibility. roam with us is in-cabin only and never coordinates cargo.

Most dog breeds, large and small, can fly in cabin when they meet airline size, weight, and behavior requirements. Airlines do not approve or deny travel based on breed alone. The deciding factor is whether your dog can safely fit in the cabin space allowed for pet-in-cabin travel (under-seat carrier) or service animal travel (at your feet).

roam with us verifies airline rules and confirms eligibility for your route, aircraft, and dog.

Airlines generally require that your dog:

• Fits comfortably in an airline-approved crate or carrier
  
  
• Meets the airline’s pet-in-cabin weight limits
  
  
• Is well-behaved and able to remain under-seat
  
  
• Has all required health, microchip, and vaccination documents for the destination
  

roam with us ensures every requirement is met before your travel date.

Yes. Most airlines limit pets to 8–10 kg (17–22 lbs) including the carrier, though rules vary by carrier. Service animals are not subject to the same pet-in-cabin weight limits, but must behave appropriately and fit safely within the handler’s foot space.

No. Emotional Support Animals (ESAs) are no longer recognized for in-cabin privileges.

ESAs must travel under standard pet-in-cabin rules unless they are fully trained service animals.

Many carriers, including United, Delta, American, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, and TAP, allow in-cabin pets or service animals on select routes. If your preferred airline does not allow your dog in the cabin, we work with you on alternatives that still meet your destination requirements.

Yes, if they meet:

• Minimum age requirements (typically 8–16 weeks)
  
  
• Rabies vaccination timing rules (destination dependent)
  
  
• Carrier sizing rules
  

For international flights, a puppy must meet the destination’s rabies and microchip rules, which may limit eligibility.

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Yes. Many clients travel with two dogs. Airline pet-in-cabin limits vary by carrier and route, and service animal rules differ from standard pet bookings.

We confirm what your airline allows and build separate compliance timelines when each dog needs its own paperwork.

Yes. You choose your airline, and we confirm pet-in-cabin or service animal eligibility on your route before you commit.

Some airlines fit certain destinations better than others. We help you understand fees, carrier rules, and documentation deadlines for the carrier you prefer.

Airline pet-in-cabin rules vary. If your preferred carrier cannot take your dog in the cabin on your dates, we help you evaluate alternatives that still meet your destination requirements.

roam with us is in-cabin only. We do not coordinate cargo transport.

There is no official U.S. government pet passport. U.S. travelers carry a health certificate from a USDA-accredited vet plus vaccination records.

An EU pet passport is issued by an authorized veterinarian in the European Union for dogs that live in or enter the EU under EU pet travel rules. If you are traveling from the U.S. to Europe, we coordinate the U.S. export certificate and explain when an EU passport may apply later.

Depending on the route, they may need:

• Country-specific veterinary forms
  
  
• Rabies vaccination proof
  
  
• Microchip verification
  
  
• Tapeworm treatment (UK, EU, etc.)
  
  
• Health certificates
  

We coordinate and submit everything.

Some do; others require supplementary forms or country-specific service animal documentation.

roam with us prepares the full set for both the airline and destination requirements.

Yes, psychiatric service dogs are recognized the same as other service dogs, as long as they’re trained to perform specific tasks.

Under U.S. regulations, a service animal must:

• Be a dog
  
  
• Be trained to perform a task related to a disability
  
  
• Behave appropriately in public settings and at the airport
  

Psychiatric service dogs are included under this definition.

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Yes. We complete the U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Form, which is required for most flights involving trained service animals. We also handle Relief Attestation forms for long-haul flights.

Yes. International health certificates must be issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarian.

For domestic U.S. travel, USDA endorsement is usually not required. For international travel, many destinations require USDA endorsement after your vet signs the certificate. We identify which documents apply to your route and coordinate filings when included in your package.

A pet health certificate, often called a CVI (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection), confirms your dog is healthy and meets entry rules for your destination.

roam with us does not issue health certificates. A USDA-accredited veterinarian completes them. We coordinate timing, forms, and submissions so everything is correct before you travel.

No. roam with us does not issue health certificates.

A USDA-accredited veterinarian completes them after examining your dog. We coordinate the process: which form your destination requires, when the exam must happen, and how to submit paperwork to the airline and government offices.

Domestic U.S. travel: USDA endorsement is usually not required.

International travel: many destinations require USDA endorsement after your accredited vet signs the health certificate. Requirements vary by country.

We identify which documents your route needs and coordinate USDA steps when included in your package.

The CDC may require a dog import form when your dog leaves the United States and again when returning, especially if you cross borders before re-entering the U.S.

CDC rules apply when entering the United States from abroad, including after trips to Mexico, the UK, the EU, or Hawaii. We track which CDC forms fit your itinerary and make sure they are completed on time.

The UK requires:

• ISO microchip
• Valid rabies vaccination
• Tapeworm treatment 1–5 days before arrival
• UK-specific health certificate
• Arrival through approved entry points
  

roam with us coordinates all timelines, filings, and arrival procedures including the Animal Reception Center.

Hawaii is rabies-free and runs one of the strictest pet entry programs in the U.S. Most travelers need several months of lead time for rabies titers, vet exams, and state paperwork.

When requirements are met on schedule, dogs can often avoid extended quarantine. roam with us maps the Hawaii timeline to your travel dates and coordinates vet steps so nothing is missed.

The UK is no longer part of the EU pet travel scheme. Travel to the UK (for example, London) follows UK import rules, including approved routes and timing for tapeworm treatment.

Travel to EU countries such as France follows EU rules, often with a single EU health certificate for entry. The paperwork is not interchangeable. We build the correct packet for your destination, whether that is the UK, France, or another country.

Often, one properly completed EU health certificate covers entry to your first EU country. An EU pet passport may apply for ongoing travel within the EU once your dog is established under EU rules.

Requirements still depend on your route and timing. We confirm which certificate fits your trip so you are not re-doing vet visits you do not need.

Connecting flights can trigger import or transit rules in the connection country, even if you never leave the airport.

We review your full itinerary, not just your final destination, so paperwork and timing cover every leg. That helps prevent surprises at transfer points.

Not typically, if all requirements are met on time.

Hawaii is rabies-free and runs a strict entry program. Quarantine usually happens when paperwork or timing is off. The UK follows similar logic: compliance prevents avoidable holds. roam with us builds your timeline around these rules so you arrive prepared.

We update your health certificate timeline, vet appointments, USDA filings, and airline submissions accordingly.

Yes, when possible.

Travel within 15 business days may require rush coordination. Approval depends on vet and USDA availability.

Timing depends on your destination and how much lead time you have before departure. Typical ranges:

• U.S. domestic: about 2 to 4 weeks
• Mexico: about 30 to 45 days
• European Union: about 45 to 90 days
• United Kingdom: about 3 to 4 months
• Hawaii: about 4 to 6 months

Need to move faster? Contact us directly. We will tell you honestly what is possible for your dates.

Having the basics handy keeps your intake moving. Your dog's age, breed, weight, destination, travel dates, preferred airline, and vet contact are all helpful if you have them.

If you are not sure where to begin, take the pet travel quiz. It gives you a simple starting point before you plan a trip.

If something is missing, that is fine. Your coordinator will walk you through what to gather next.

Once you purchase, your client journey looks like this:

1. Intake: you share trip details and upload what you have so far.
2. Consultant match: a roam with us coordinator reviews your case and confirms your plan.
3. Timeline: we map vet visits, forms, and deadlines to your travel dates.
4. Vet coordination: we guide your USDA-accredited vet on required exams and certificates.
5. Document review: we check every form before submission to the airline or government.
6. Travel-ready confirmation: you get a clear go/no-go before departure day.

We stay with you through travel day support when your package includes it.

Take our travel quiz to match your destination, timeline, and compliance complexity with the ideal package.

Yes, our roam with us Explore guides highlight the best pet-friendly hotels, cafes, parks, vets, and neighborhood recommendations so that you and your pet can see the world together.

No service can guarantee entry. Final decisions rest with customs officers, airline staff, and border authorities.

Our job is to maximize compliance and reduce risk with accurate, timely filings.

Disclaimer:
Travel regulations, veterinary requirements, and airline policies can change without notice. It is essential that you confirm all documentation, entry requirements, and service animal protocols with your veterinarian, your airline, and the relevant government authorities prior to travel. roam with us is not responsible for changes in regulation, denied entry, or delays due to outdated or incomplete information. Always verify that all paperwork and procedures are current and correct for your travel dates.

We support in-cabin travel only.

We do not coordinate cargo transport under any circumstance.

We believe pets, and especially service animals, belong safely by your side. Our entire service model, processes, and compliance workflows are designed around in-cabin pet and service animal travel.

At launch, roam with us supports in-cabin travel to and from:

• U.S. domestic routes
• United Kingdom
• Mexico
• Hawaii (including quarantine programs)
• European Union

Within the European Union we support in-cabin travel to and from:

• Austria
• Belgium
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Ireland
• Italy
• Latvia
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Netherlands
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden

More destinations are coming soon.

If there is a country you want supported next, please tell us via our destination interest form.

Yes, many airlines allow dogs in cabin on international routes if key requirements are met:

• Your pet meets airline weight and carrier size limits
• Your pet is a trained service animal or fits the pet-in-cabin program
• Your destination’s health, vaccination, and microchip rules are satisfied
• You meet all country-specific timing requirements for forms and treatments

Some nations restrict in-cabin pet travel (e.g., Australia, New Zealand), but roam with us will guide you toward compliant travel routes wherever possible.

Yes. roam with us specializes in service animal travel, one of our core focus areas.

We help with:

• U.S. DOT Service Animal Air Transportation Forms
• Airline-specific documentation (United, Delta, British Airways, Lufthansa, etc.)
• Relief Attestation forms for long flights
• Country-specific rules for trained service animals
• Guidance for psychiatric service dogs and task-trained animals

We ensure your entire submission packet is accurate, compliant, and submitted on time.

We offer four travel concierge tiers:

roam Essentials – $250

Travel-ready pets, simplified. Domestic trips with established service dogs or small dogs approved for in-cabin travel.

Ready, Set, roam – $675

Self-serve checklists with expert review.

roam Concierge – $1,250

End-to-end coordination.

roam Premium – $2,250

White-glove.

Add-Ons:

• Rush processing (when timelines allow)
• Additional pets ($250 per pet)
• Quarantine coordination
• roam with us Explore city guides

In-cabin pet travel typically costs $125–$200 each way for the airline’s pet fee, plus any veterinary and documentation expenses required for your destination.

Most travelers can expect the following baseline costs:

Typical In-Cabin Travel Costs (Without a Service)

• Airline pet fee: $125–$200 each way
• USDA-accredited vet visit: $85–$250‍
• International health certificate: $150–$550‍
• Vaccinations / microchip updates: $50–$150‍
• USDA endorsement (if required): $38–$173‍
• Document shipping: $25–$120
• ‍Total DIY range: ~$400–$1,200 per trip depending on destination.
  

Where DIY Travelers Usually Overspend

Many DIY travelers unintentionally spend more because of:

• Incorrect timelines that require new vet visits
• Missed USDA deadlines forcing overnight shipping
• Airline paperwork rejections
• Needing last-minute corrections or rebookings

A single mistake can create hundreds of dollars in re-filings or date changes.

How roam with us saves travelers money

roam with us helps reduce total costs by:

• Preventing errors that lead to repeated vet visits
• Avoiding emergency overnight USDA shipments
• Guiding you to airline-friendly routes and carriers
• Preventing denied documents or travel delays
• Handling all filings correctly the first time

Many clients find that using roam with us is less expensive than multiple DIY mistakes — and dramatically less stressful.

International in-cabin pet travel costs more than domestic travel due to additional veterinary, airline, and government requirements. Most travelers can expect:

‍

Typical International In-Cabin Costs

• Airline pet fee: $125–$300 each way‍
• USDA-accredited vet exam: $85–$250
• ‍International health certificate (country-specific): $150–$550‍
• Tapeworm treatment (for UK/EU): $20–$40‍
• Rabies vaccine (if needed): $25–$50‍
• Microchip (if needed): $50–$75‍
• USDA endorsement: $38–$173 depending on forms‍
• Document shipping: $25–$120

‍Total DIY International Range: ~$500–$1,500+

‍

High-Regulation Destinations (Higher Cost Range)

Destinations such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Hawaii, and parts of the EU require precise timelines and additional treatments. These routes typically cost more due to:

• Additional required vet appointments
• More complex document sequencing
• Mandatory timing windows (1–5 days before arrival)
• Higher risk of rejection for incorrect paperwork

These are the routes where roam with us saves the most time, money, and stress.

‍

How roam with us helps reduce international costs

roam with us prevents:

• Multiple vet visits due to timing mistakes
• Rejected health certificates
• Incorrect USDA submissions
• Arrival issues that may lead to fines or quarantine

Our coordinators manage all timing, filings, and compliance so your trip runs smoothly — and to avoid expensive last-minute corrections.

While DIY travel may look cheaper upfront, most travelers spend more overall due to re-filing fees, missed deadlines, rebooked flights, and emergency USDA processing.

Here’s a simple comparison:

Cost Comparison

‍

Why roam with us is often less expensive in practice

roam with us ensures:

• Zero missed deadlines
• Zero incorrect filings
• Zero rejections due to formatting or timing
• Zero wasted vet visits
• Zero “we can’t fly with our dog tomorrow” emergencies

For many travelers, roam with us ends up saving money, time, and the trip itself — especially on international or high-regulation routes.

Create a profile at roamwithus.com, take our 3-minute quiz, choose a package, and a coordinator will guide every step of your trip. If you prefer to get in touch directly, we optionally have an initial consultation offering to get things started quickly.