Frequently Asked Questions

No.  In fact, the founder has spent over $120,000 out of his own pocket to cover the cost of airborne rescue missions.

We are a 501c3 non-profit, that provides our services FREE to other 501c3 rescue organizations, there is no charge for our services. Donations support our mission and are always welcome.

In our experience, very well.  The Pawty Truck kennel area is fully outfitted with climate control and comfortable crating.  Safety measures include CO2/Fire detection, fire extinguishers, temperature monitoring, and remote cameras for in-transport monitoring. A typical transport has animals curling up for a nap as they would in a home kennel environment.

All of our mobile and permanent style kennels are deep cleaned and sterilized after each transport.  This includes steam pressure washing and full decontamination using Veterinary grade disinfectants.  For example, the Pawty Truck undergoes a 6 hour cleaning protocol after each transport to ensure full sterilization.  

Sending and/or receiving rescues must be 501c3 non-profit organizations, or represented by such organizations. Animals must have applicable health certificates for interstate transport per USDA regulations.  Our USDA registration number is 502564.

No.  We only transport animals from rescue shelters only when they are confirmed abandoned.  Documentation for each animal in accompanies the transport, including veterinary records and microchipping to ensure a lost pet is not mistakenly transported.  

Each mission is unique. To date, we have flown up to 33 animals by air and transported 57 by ground.  The current Pawty Truck has capacity for up to 100 depending on size.

Currently, a mixture of air and ground about 2 to 3 times per month, depending on shelter needs, weather, and logistical circumstances.

The graphic below is a basic indicator of our transport area. We work with other volunteers to transport outside of this range. 

In our experiences, yes. We fly at altitudes below 10,000 feet so oxygen levels are not a concern.

The vibration tends to put them to sleep. Like humans, turbulence can cause upset stomachs and nausea, however this is a rare occurrence. In the majority of flights the animals simply curl up for a good nap.

No. We are non-profit, non-commercial operation; we are not a “for-hire” organization as that would not comply with FAA regulations. Our core focus has always been, and will always be, saving animals from euthanization at no cost to other 501c3 non-profit organizations.