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Booking Live Animals with Emirates SkyCargo

Emirates SkyCargo was voted best airline for live animal transport in Asia/Oceania and Middle East/Africa by IPATA members. The Dubai hub offers exceptional connectivity.

About Emirates SkyCargo for live animals

Emirates SkyCargo operates out of Dubai (DXB) and is recognised as a IPATA Best Asia/Oceania & Middle East/Africa 2025. Understanding their specific AVI policies is essential before committing to any booking.

This page covers the key considerations for live animal bookings with Emirates SkyCargo. It is intended for pet relocation professionals, not private individuals.

Important note

AVIBooking is an independent booking coordination service. We are not affiliated with Emirates SkyCargo. Policies change — always verify current requirements before booking.

Hub airport

Dubai (DXB)

Recognition

IPATA Best Asia/Oceania & Middle East/Africa 2025

Breed restrictions

Temperature-based restrictions apply during summer months on routes transiting Dubai. Brachycephalic breeds require prior approval.

Dubai hub connectivity

Emirates operates one of the most connected cargo networks. Key for Europe-Australia and Asia-Africa routes.

Temperature management

Dubai summer temperatures create restrictions on certain routes and species.

Brachycephalic policy

Emirates has specific policies for flat-faced breeds. Breed-level verification required.

e-SkyCargo platform

Emirates uses the e-SkyCargo portal for cargo agent bookings.

How AVIBooking helps with Emirates SkyCargo bookings

AVIBooking handles live animal booking coordination with Emirates SkyCargo on behalf of pet relocation companies and other B2B clients. We manage the airline contact, verify breed acceptance, confirm capacity and deliver the Air Waybill.

Can you book Emirates SkyCargo for any animal type?
Subject to current acceptance policies, embargo status and available capacity. We verify acceptance before confirming any booking.
What information do you need to book with Emirates SkyCargo?
Route, animal type and breed, weight including crate, container dimensions and preferred travel dates. We handle everything from there.

Book live animals on Emirates SkyCargo

Contact AVIBooking and we'll handle the coordination.

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