Johnson's Family Shepherds
Raising Champions, Protectors, and Family
PET SHIPPING
Interested in a puppy, but live to far to come pick him or her up? Check out the shipping options.
​Kennel Guidelines
Animals must be accommodated in a kennel that meets USDA guidelines or the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations.
Kennel Construction
Made from rigid plastic, metal, or wood and held together with nuts, bolts, or screws (plastic or metal). Snap sided kennels and modified snap side kennels are not accepted.
Adaptations, including adding nuts, bolts or screws are also not accepted.
Leak proof and escape proof with a metal grated door (plastic and top opening kennel doors are not accepted)
Non-collapsible, non-folding and wheels must be rendered inoperable
Adequate ventilation on at least three sides
On the inside of the kennel
Must be large enough for the animal to stand erect without touching it's head on the top of container. Animal must be able to stand, sit, and lay in natural manner.
Food and water dishes clipped on inside of door
Be clean with no offensive odors and absorbent material on bottom.
The use of hay, wood shavings and straw are prohibited
On the outside of the kennel
Small bag of dry food taped to the top (in the event of delay)
Live Animal and This Side Up (or directional arrows) labels on the top and at least two sides. The letters must be at least one inch tall.
Attached label with feeding and watering instructions; or attach written instructions from an accredited veterinarian to not feed or water the animal.
Attached statement that food and water was offered within 4 hours of flight departure
Added Security
After the appropriate screening has been applied, releasable cable ties will be attached to all four corners of the kennel door.
​On a plane in Cargo
We ship by plane. When shipped by plan the animal will be in the cargo section of the plane. The temperatures in the cargo section of the plane can range from 50-70 degree fahrenheit. Your puppy will not be to hot or to cold in these conditions.
​Requirements
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The original plus one copy of a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of travel for both the outbound and return trips.
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A rabies vaccination certification issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian in accordance with local timeline regulations. Note: Dogs and cats less than 12 weeks of age are not required to be vaccinated.
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All international live animal shipments require that the shipper consult the web site of the country to which the animal is being imported for specific requirements. Failure to do so could result in refusal of the animal or a return of the animal to the United States at the expense of the shipper. Contact the country's consulate for import requirements.
​PRICE to SHIP
The price for us to ship your dog is $450.00. This price includes the crate that is required for shipping (you may keep the crate),the puppies vet check up, the paperwork, the food and water attachments, the extra food, cable ties, travel gas to get to airport, ect. When you pay the $450.00 you know your puppy will arrive safe and in all proper equipment with correct paperwork directly to your local airport. We take care of everything you just have to be there to pick your sweet puppy up. We will ship from the airport that is closet to us. You can pay for shipping in the shopping area of the site. You must pay for shipping within 14 or more days of the puppy needing to be delivered. This allows us time to get the puppy to the vet with the correct paperwork, arrange a ticket, proper kennel, etc.
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Kennel Guidelines
Animals must be accommodated in a kennel that meets USDA guidelines or the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animal Regulations.
Kennel Construction
-
Made from rigid plastic, metal, or wood and held together with nuts, bolts, or screws (plastic or metal). Snap sided kennels and modified snap side kennels are not accepted.
-
Adaptations, including adding nuts, bolts or screws are also not accepted.
-
Leak proof and escape proof with a metal grated door (plastic and top opening kennel doors are not accepted)
-
Non-collapsible, non-folding and wheels must be rendered inoperable
-
Adequate ventilation on at least three sides
On the inside of the kennel
-
Must be large enough for the animal to stand erect without touching it's head on the top of container. Animal must be able to stand, sit, and lay in natural manner.
-
Food and water dishes clipped on inside of door
-
Be clean with no offensive odors and absorbent material on bottom.
-
The use of hay, wood shavings and straw are prohibited
On the outside of the kennel
-
Small bag of dry food taped to the top (in the event of delay)
-
Live Animal and This Side Up (or directional arrows) labels on the top and at least two sides. The letters must be at least one inch tall.
-
Attached label with feeding and watering instructions; or attach written instructions from an accredited veterinarian to not feed or water the animal.
-
Attached statement that food and water was offered within 4 hours of flight departure
Added Security
-
After the appropriate screening has been applied, releasable cable ties will be attached to all four corners of the kennel door.
