
MISSION STATEMENT
"The National Pet Transport Association (NPTA) exists to protect animals in transit by setting and upholding the highest standards in pet transport safety, ethics, and professionalism. We certify drivers and companies who demonstrate a clear commitment to humane care, transparency, and responsible handling—so that every pet arrives safe, happy, and in trusted hands."
To raise the bar across the industry and build nationwide trust between pet owners, transporters, and organizations—shielding animals from negligence, fraud, and harm.

Certified Standards
Rigorous certification process ensuring safety and professionalism
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Emergency Ready
Trained volunteers ready to deploy during disasters

Industry Leading
Setting the gold standard for pet transport nationwide


Why National Standards Are Needed
The pet transport industry has grown rapidly, but without consistent standards, pets and their families remain vulnerable to negligence, fraud, and harm. Our mission is to raise the bar across the industry and build nationwide trust between pet owners, transporters, and organizations.
We're shielding animals from harm by creating a network of certified, insured, and emergency-ready transporters who uphold the highest ethical and safety standards.

Our Current Efforts

Certification Program
Training and certifying ethical, insured drivers nationwide

Emergency Coordination
Building a network of volunteers ready for disaster response

Industry Advocacy
Working to improve laws and infrastructure for pet transport
Emergency Volunteer Network
When disaster strikes, every second counts. Join our emergency response network and help save pets in crisis.

Rapid Response

Training

Coordinated Safety
Get In Touch
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Support the Mission
Help us build a safer, more ethical pet transport system. Your donation supports:
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Certifying trained, insured transporters
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Emergency volunteer deployment
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Safety resources and advocacy