Pet Transport: Prices & Costs

Transparent per-kilometre pricing for individually planned pet transport throughout Germany and Europe. All journeys are carried out as direct transport from personal collection to safe handover at the agreed destination.

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Pet Transport & Laboratory Courier Rates

Our per-kilometre rates apply to pet transport and laboratory courier services within Germany. All journeys are individually planned and carried out as direct transport without shared transport or unnecessary transfers.

Dog Transport

€1.15 per km

Individually planned dog transport as a direct journey from collection to the agreed destination.

Cat Transport

€1.10 per km

Safe and individually planned cat transport as a direct journey over medium and long distances.

Small Animal Transport

€1.05 per km

Individually planned direct transport for rabbits, guinea pigs, birds and other small animals.

Laboratory Courier

€1.20 per km

Reliable and individually planned direct courier services for laboratory samples and medical transport goods from collection to the agreed destination.

Important information: The stated per-kilometre rates apply to journeys within Germany. Travel to the collection or destination address is free of charge for distances of up to 150 km from Darmstadt. Beyond this distance, €0.80 is charged for each additional kilometre. The shorter distance from Darmstadt to either the collection address or the destination is always used to calculate this additional travel distance.

What's Included in the Transport Price?

Our prices include the individually planned transport of your pet from collection to the agreed destination.

Transparent Pricing & Individual Planning

The cost of pet transport depends on the distance between the collection and destination addresses, as well as the type of pet and the specific requirements of the journey.

All pet transports are individually planned and carried out as direct journeys without shared transport or unnecessary transfers. Required breaks, care during the journey and personal handover at the destination are taken into account.

Individual Direct Transport

Direct transport from collection to the agreed destination without shared transport or unnecessary transfers.

Personal Collection

Your pet is personally collected from the agreed address at the scheduled time.

Care & Necessary Breaks

Necessary breaks, water and appropriate care are planned according to the journey duration and type of pet.

Personal Handover

At the destination, your pet is personally handed over to the previously agreed recipient.

VAT Included

All stated prices include applicable statutory VAT.

Payment Options & Process

We offer several payment options for a simple and flexible process. Your preferred payment method can be agreed individually before the pet transport begins.

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Payment upon Collection

The full invoice amount can be paid directly when your pet is collected, either in cash or by card.

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Payment upon Arrival

Alternatively, the full invoice amount can be paid upon arrival at the agreed destination, either in cash or by card.

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Split Payment

If preferred, 50% can be paid upon collection and the remaining 50% upon arrival.

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Advance Payment

Full payment of the invoice amount before the pet transport begins is also possible.

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Payment by Invoice

Existing customers may also pay by invoice, subject to prior agreement.

Information for new customers: Payment by invoice is not available for new customers. Cash or card payment, advance payment and split payment are available.

Frequently Asked Questions About Prices & Costs

Answers to common questions about transport costs, per-kilometre rates and payment options at Tiertransport24.

How are pet transport costs calculated?

The cost is based on the distance between the collection and destination addresses, as well as the type of pet and the individual requirements of the transport. The final price is calculated based on these details.

What are the per-kilometre rates for pet transport?

Different per-kilometre rates apply to transport within Germany depending on the type of pet. Dog transport costs €1.15 per kilometre, cat transport €1.10 per kilometre and small animal transport €1.05 per kilometre.

Are there additional costs for international pet transport?

Yes. The stated per-kilometre rates apply to transport within Germany. For international pet transport and journeys to or from another country, an additional international surcharge of €100 per booking applies.

Are breaks and care during the journey included in the price?

Yes. Necessary breaks for care, water and checking on the pet are included in the transport price and are planned according to the type of pet and the duration of the journey.

What payment methods are available?

Payment can be made in cash, by card or in advance. Split payment is also available, with 50% paid upon collection and the remaining 50% upon arrival at the destination.

Is payment by invoice available?

Payment by invoice is available to existing customers by prior agreement. New customers can choose between cash or card payment, advance payment and split payment.

Do the stated prices include VAT?

Yes. All stated prices include the applicable statutory VAT.

How can I receive an individual quote?

Simply provide us with the collection address, destination address, preferred transport date and information about your pet. You will then receive an individual, no-obligation quote for the planned transport.

Request Your Individual Transport Quote

Would you like to know how much your pet transport will cost? Simply provide us with the collection address, destination address, preferred transport date and type of pet. We will prepare an individual, no-obligation quote for you.