Pet Friendly Chauffeur
Animals cope better with a car journey that's been built around them. So when you get in touch, describe the animal, how big it is and what its temperament is like. We then pick the vehicle, plan the route and place the stops to suit your pet, not the reverse.
Plan your chauffeur journey
London Chauffeurs provides itinerary-led private travel for airport transfers, executive travel, private aviation, events and long-distance UK journeys. Availability and pricing are confirmed for the requested itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
Which details about my animal should I send you?
Start with the basics: the kind of animal, its approximate size, its behaviour on the road and whether it goes in a crate, carrier or harness. Flag anxiety or car sickness, and any medication or surgery it's had recently. We'll also need to know if you're riding in the same car. Put all of it in your first message, because it settles the vehicle, the route and the stopping points.
Should I supply my own crate or carrier?
If you can, yes. An animal calms down far sooner with gear it recognises than with anything on loan. Best of all is the crate it already sleeps in at home. For lots of dogs, a harness that fits well and clips to a seat anchor does the job. Just tell us beforehand what's coming with you, so we pick a car with room for it.
Will you drive my dog to an airport?
We will, to whichever animal facility your airline or the airport has pointed you to. That's normally a separate site from the passenger terminal. Since these buildings are seldom next to the terminals, we build some margin into our timings. You'll need to confirm the procedure, the address and what's required with the facility, the airline and your vet yourself. After that, send us the arrival time they give you.
Are assistance dogs accepted?
Every time. The dog can travel without you having to ask us first. It does help, though, if you mention it at booking: we can then choose a car with plenty of floor space and find a sensible place for any equipment. Should you need anything else, like a lower step into the car or a hand with a folded chair, add it to the booking message.
Suppose my dog leaves the car in a real state: what then?
The covers and a groundsheet catch most of it, and we give the vehicle a proper clean once you're out. That's all part of doing this kind of work. A severe mess might put a car out of action for the rest of the day. If a charge applies, it's written into the terms confirmed with your booking, so it won't be sprung on you later.
Is there any chance my pet gets left alone in the car?
None at all. Whether it's freezing or sweltering, we don't leave an animal by itself in a car that isn't moving. When the sun is out, a stationary car can turn dangerously hot very fast, and even a brief wait isn't worth that risk. If you're making a stop the animal can't join you for, the chauffeur stays with the vehicle and holds the cabin at a comfortable temperature.