Pet Travel Crates
When your pet travels, their crate becomes their home away from home.
At All Care Pet Transport, we sell and hire Australian-made PP Pet Carriers designed specifically for the safe and comfortable transportation of pets by air.
Built to meet current airline travel requirements, these sturdy travel crates provide the security, ventilation and comfort your pet needs throughout their journey.
Whether you’re travelling within Australia or overseas, our airline-compliant pet crates give you confidence that your pet is travelling in a safe, secure and approved travel environment.
What Makes Our Crates Airline Compliant?
Airlines have specific requirements for pet travel crates to help ensure animals travel safely and comfortably. These guidelines are established by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and are recognised by airlines around the world.
Our PP Pet Carriers are designed with these requirements in mind, incorporating features that promote safety, security and comfort throughout your pet’s journey. Below are some of the key features that contribute to airline compliance.
Secure Bolt Fasteners
Airline regulations require travel crates to be secured with bolts to prevent separation during transit. Our crates feature durable hard-plastic fasteners and solid steel bolts for added strength and security.
Spring-Loaded Door Latch
A secure, spring-loaded door latch is required for airline travel to help ensure the crate remains safely closed during transit. Our crates feature a spring-loaded locking mechanism for added security and peace of mind.
Cable Tie Security Points
For added security during air travel, airlines may require the crate door to be secured with cable ties before departure. Our crates include four dedicated cable tie points, making it easy to secure the door in line with airline travel requirements.
Excellent Ventilation
To comply with airline requirements, ventilation openings must be no larger than 19cm x 19cm for cats and 2.5cm x 2.5cm for dogs. These openings allow fresh air to circulate throughout the crate while maintaining a safe and secure travel environment.
Our crates provide excellent airflow to help keep your pet comfortable throughout their journey.
Construction Material
Airline requirements specify that pet travel crates must be constructed from a rigid plastic material and be in good condition before travel. Our crates are manufactured from durable, high-quality plastic to provide strength, security and peace of mind throughout your pet’s journey.
Water Bowl and Refill Port
A securely attached water bowl is required for airline pet travel to help keep your pet hydrated throughout the journey. Our crates include an internal water bowl with external refill access for added convenience and safety.
Secure Metal Door
A strong and secure door is an important requirement for airline pet travel. Our crates feature a durable metal mesh door that provides security while maintaining visibility and ventilation for your pet throughout their journey.
Comfort Options for Your Pet
A comfortable pet is often a calmer traveller.
Deluxe Vet Bed Stay-Dry Fleece
For added comfort during travel, we recommend including Vet Bed Stay-Dry Fleece in your pet’s crate. This premium English-made bedding is crafted from high-quality 100% polyester fleece and is widely used throughout the pet care industry for its comfort and practicality.
Designed to wick moisture away from the surface, Vet Bed helps keep pets dry, warm and comfortable throughout their journey. Its soft, cushioned texture creates a familiar resting space inside the crate, helping your pet feel secure while travelling by air.
Benefits include:
- Soft and comfortable surface
- Wicks away any urine/liquid from the top of the bedding keeping animals dry and warm
- Fast drying
- Non-allergenic
- Non-toxic
- Non-irritant
- Flame retardant
- Resistant to staining
- Helps prevent pressure sores
- Machine washable
- Non-slip rubber backing
Why We Use PP Pet Carriers
Not all pet crates are suitable for air travel. PP Pet Carriers are purpose-built to meet airline requirements while helping pets travel safely and comfortably.
Designed with security, ventilation and durability in mind, these airline-compliant travel crates provide a comfortable space for your pet throughout their journey and give pet owners confidence that their pet is travelling in an approved travel environment.
Every crate is built with:
- Strong impact-resistant construction
- Excellent ventilation
- Secure metal doors
- Airline-compliant fastening points
- Easy-access water systems
- Comfortable internal space
Whether your pet is travelling across Australia or overseas, these crates provide a safe travel environment from departure to arrival.
Travel Crate Sizes
We stock a wide range of PP Pet Carrier sizes suitable for cats, small dogs, medium breeds and large dogs.
Crate Size Dimensions
PP10 | 49cm x 33cm x 33cm |
PP20 | 53cm x 37cm x 37cm |
PP30 | 62cm x 41cm x 45cm |
PP40 | 73cm x 45cm x 53cm |
PP50 | 82cm x 56cm x 60cm |
PP60 | 93cm x 61cm x 73cm |
PP60N | 99cm x 61cm x 68cm |
PP70 | 115cm x 66cm x 80cm |
PP80L | 115cm x 66cm x 85cm |
PP80H | 115cm x 66cm x 90cm |
Not sure which crate size is right for your pet?
Use our Pet Crate Measurement Guide or contact our team for assistance.
What Can Travel with Your Pet?
To ensure the safety and comfort of your pet during transport, airlines have strict guidelines regarding what can travel with them.
Collars
✓ Collars may remain on your pet during travel, subject to airline approval.
Travel Documents
✓ Travel documentation may accompany your pet but must be securely taped to the outside of the crate and are sent at owner’s risk.
Leads
✓ Leads may travel with your pet but must be securely zip-tied to the outside of the crate.
Animal Jackets/Coats
✗ For the safety of all animals, pets are not permitted to wear jackets or coats during travel.
✓ Exception: Greyhounds are permitted to wear approved compression jackets during travel.
Toys
✗ Toys are not permitted inside the travel crate.
Loose items can move during transport and may create a safety risk for your pet.
Food
✗ Food cannot travel inside the crate.
Airlines do not permit food to be left inside travel crates during transport.
Unsure Whether an Item Can Travel?
If you are unsure whether an item can accompany your pet, simply ask our team before travel.
We are happy to advise on airline requirements and help prepare your pet for a safe and comfortable journey.
How to Choose the Right Crate Size
Choosing the correct crate size is one of the most important parts of preparing your pet for travel.
Your pet must be able to:
- Stand comfortably
- Turn around naturally
- Lie down in a relaxed position
Use our step-by-step measurement guide to determine the correct crate size for your pet.
What Makes a Crate Non-Compliant?
While many pet crates look suitable for travel, not all are approved for air transport. Airlines follow IATA guidelines to help ensure pets travel safely and comfortably, and crates must meet specific requirements before they can be accepted for a flight.
If a crate does not meet these requirements, the airline may require changes to be made or a compliant replacement crate to be sourced before travel. Understanding the common reasons crates are deemed non-compliant can help avoid unnecessary stress and delays on travel day.
Crates That Are Not Compliant for Air Travel
Airlines have strict requirements for pet travel crates to help ensure the safety and welfare of travelling pets.Carriers that do not meet these requirements may not be accepted for transport.
The following types of carriers are considered non-compliant for air travel:
✗ Collapsible or foldable crates
✗ Soft-sided pet carriers
✗ Crates secured using plastic clips or twist-lock fasteners only
✗ Carriers fitted with wheels
✗ Top-loading crates
✗ Wire-only cages or carriers with wire mesh walls
✗ Crates with damaged, cracked or weakened panels
✗ Carriers with sharp edges, protruding components or fittings that could injure handlers or damage aircraft equipment
Not Airline Compliant
Collapsable wire crates are not airline approved
Not Airline Compliant
Crates with wheels attached are not airline approved.
Not Airline Compliant
Crates with ventilation holes larger than 19cm x 19cm for cats and 2.5cm x 2.5cm for dogs are not airline approved
Not Airline Compliant
Soft Pet Carriers are not airline approved for manifested cargo.
Not Airline Compliant
Crates with top openings and without a spring-loaded door are not airline approved.
Why Compliance Matters
Airline-compliant travel crates are designed to provide a secure, well-ventilated environment that protects your pet throughout their journey.
Our travel crates are designed to meet the construction requirements of the IATA Live Animal Regulations and are accepted by major Australian airlines for pet transport when correctly sized for your pet.
Not sure if your crate is suitable?
If you already have a travel crate, our team can assess it before travel and advise whether it meets airline requirements.
Simply send us photos and dimensions, and we’ll help determine if your crate is suitable for your pet’s journey.
At All Care Pet Transport, we only recommend airline-compliant PP Pet Carriers that meet current air travel requirements, giving pet owners confidence that their pet’s crate is safe, secure and ready for travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
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