Star Pet Travel

Star Pet Travel Star Pet Travel is a family owned and operated international and domestic pet shipping agents.

Where all pets our treated like one of our own

Email: [email protected]

Peggy checking in for her flight to Auckland prior to travelling to London ✈️ Safe travels Peggy!
24/01/2026

Peggy checking in for her flight to Auckland prior to travelling to London ✈️

Safe travels Peggy!

Meet Happy the Pomeranian and Daisy the chihuahua These two cuties have had a holiday in NZ post quarantine before trave...
22/01/2026

Meet Happy the Pomeranian and Daisy the chihuahua

These two cuties have had a holiday in NZ post quarantine before travelling to Sydney Australia

Meet Max, the Japanese spitz! Max was flying from Christchurch to Perth, but first he needed some playtime outside 🇦🇺
19/01/2026

Meet Max, the Japanese spitz!

Max was flying from Christchurch to Perth, but first he needed some playtime outside 🇦🇺

Mac & Vesper the Lagotto Ronagnolos have safety touched down into Christchurch NZ! Cleared through customs by Star Pet T...
19/01/2026

Mac & Vesper the Lagotto Ronagnolos have safety touched down into Christchurch NZ!

Cleared through customs by Star Pet Travel into New Zealand and sent from Australia to NZ by moorholme_pet_transport

Meet Georgie the west highland white terrier! Georgie was having some outside play time before her big flight to Brisban...
17/01/2026

Meet Georgie the west highland white terrier!

Georgie was having some outside play time before her big flight to Brisbane ✈️

Airline Heat PolicyAs we note the forecast for the following week indicates extreme temperatures in Australia we need to...
08/01/2026

Airline Heat Policy

As we note the forecast for the following week indicates extreme temperatures in Australia we need to be mindful of pets travelling within next 10 days.
Qantas advise the day before departure if temperatures indicate over 35 degrees at time of flight arrival. They are likely to cancel/postpone your flight.

Most flights arrive early morning or early evening when temperatures may not be so severe.

We understand this will impact on some clients.
Notifications will be passed on as soon as we become aware of any issues.

Air NZ do not have a heat policy but Qantas handle pets arrival.
Less likely to cancel flights but maybe.

We will be monitoring the situation closely

Meet Dime the New Zealand Huntaway! Dime was travelling to Sydney Australia from Christchurch New Zealand ✈️ What breed ...
02/12/2025

Meet Dime the New Zealand Huntaway!

Dime was travelling to Sydney Australia from Christchurch New Zealand ✈️

What breed is a Huntaway?
“The Huntaway is a large, strongly-built breed of dog used for general sheep-herding tasks in New Zealand, where they originate. They were bred to use their loud, deep bark to drive sheep. The breed dates from the late-19th century, and is distinguished only on working ability”

Enjoy sunny Australia Dime!

Have a look at this girl! Her breed isn’t a very common one, in fact extremely rare! Meet Yuki is a Yakutian Laika! 🇳🇿Ch...
26/11/2025

Have a look at this girl!

Her breed isn’t a very common one, in fact extremely rare! Meet Yuki is a Yakutian Laika!

🇳🇿Christchurch, New Zealand ✈️ Brisbane Australia🇦🇺

“The Yakutian Laika is an ancient native dog breed which was naturally bred by aboriginal people of the North East of Russia as a sled dog and a hunting dog” - ANKC

She was an absolute sweetheart, enjoy Brisbane!

25/11/2025

Two more of our pups ready to fly off to their new homes ✈️

April (Left) - Glenstarz Pink Gin Fizz - Red girl
Tosh (Right) - Glenstarz Gin N Tonic - Light blue girl

These kids are both heading to Melbourne before one flys onwards to Tasmania

Have a great life kids 👋

25/11/2025

Another successful export from New Zealand into Australia complete 👏

‘Ollie’ the 12 week old Lagotto Romagnolo flew from Christchurch NZ to Adelaide Australia via Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺

Good luck with your new adventures Ollie and family!

Behind the Scenes: Relocating 8 Poodles to Panama 🇵🇦 Two years ago, we were first approached about relocating a client’s...
12/10/2025

Behind the Scenes: Relocating 8 Poodles to Panama 🇵🇦

Two years ago, we were first approached about relocating a client’s eight poodles to Panama—a request that would turn into one of our most complex and rewarding projects to date.
With no direct routes available for pet travel to Panama, and an outdated agreement between New Zealand’s Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and the Panamanian government, we knew this would require extensive coordination. After months of research, countless emails, and phone calls across time zones, we finally received confirmation: a departure date had been booked.

Fortunately, the owner had a trusted friend on the ground in Panama who connected us directly with the official Panamanian veterinary authority. With their support—and the cooperation of MPI in New Zealand—we were able to secure a custom health certificate, tailored specifically for this relocation. This was far from routine and required exceptional collaboration between both countries.
The next hurdle was document authentication. All paperwork needed to be apostilled either by Internal Affairs or the Panamanian Consulate. Due to tight timeframes, Internal Affairs was unable to assist, but the Panamanian Consulate was incredibly helpful and willing to step in. While the process was costly, it was absolutely necessary to meet Panama’s updated import requirements.

This relocation was a true testament to what’s possible with persistence, teamwork, and a little creative problem-solving. At Star PetTravel, we’re proud to go the extra mile—especially when it involves eight fluffy passengers bound for a new life abroad.

It truly took a village to get these pets to their final destination. While there are many people to thank, the key to the success was Brady from Tailwings in Los Angeles, who expertly coordinated the American transit stop and final flights. His calm efficiency and deep knowledge of American international pet logistics were invaluable.
We’re thrilled to report that all eight dogs arrived safe and well—even the 14-year-old! Their journey was long, but every detail was handled with care, and their wellbeing remained our top priority throughout.
They are now settling into 42 days of home quarantine with their very happy and relieved owners in Panama. It’s the final chapter in a relocation that spanned continents, regulations, and a whole lot of teamwork—and we couldn’t be prouder to have been part of it.

That’s one way to use an airline crate… Maybe not the most correct way 😅😂Needing your pet flown domestically around New ...
12/10/2025

That’s one way to use an airline crate… Maybe not the most correct way 😅😂

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