Milspouse Matters Episode 101: Moving with Pets
Have you moved with pets? There’s always something new to learn when it comes to our furry family members. On this Quick Tips episode, I’m sharing a few resources to help make your military move with pets easier.
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Resources mentioned on this episode for moving with pets:
The “Patriot Express” – see AMC Pet Travel page
International Pet and Travel Association (IPATA)
Dogs on Deployment Rich Setzer Memorial Grant Fund offers financial assistance for certain pet expenses for military members (generally E-6 or below).
Apollo’s Aid, previously known as Operation Military Pets, now known as “Apollo’s Aid” – helping military families stay united with their pets.
Operation We Are Here – an extensive list of pet relocation grants and help for military families.
Operation Roger – volunteer truckers helping transport animals.
Pet Relocation reimbursements from the DOD – see the latest guidance here (Currently is $550 for CONUS move, up to $2K for OCONUS): “As of January 1, 2024, military Service members going through a PCS within the continental United States can be reimbursed up to $550 for one household pet, either cat or dog, and up to $2,000 for moves to or from a location outside the continental United States to cover costs related to the transportation of a pet.”
Guardian Angels for Soldier’s Pet
State Humane Societies (check with your state)
Delta Airlines’ guidance for year-round shipment of animals and American Airlines PetEmbark program
Find even more help with your PCS move with my extensive list of PCS resources. Click on the “moving with pets” tab for more!
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More resources for your military life:
- Connect with Milspouse Matters on Instagram
- Christian Military Spouse Facebook Group
- Find the complete Milspouse Matters show archive and listen to every episode
Get Jen’s book, You Are Not Alone: Encouragement for the Heart of a Military Spouse.
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