Airline & Import Services Near DFW Airport

CDC-compliant transit care, customs clearance, and airline coordination for pets arriving at or departing from Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport.

Airline and import services for pets at DFW Pet Lounge & Quarantine near Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport

CDC-Registered Animal Care Facility — Texas's First

DFW Pet Lounge & Quarantine is a federally registered CDC Animal Care Facility (ACF). We work directly with the CDC, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, USDA, airlines, pet relocation professionals, and private pet owners to coordinate each arrival or departure from landing through release.

As Texas's first CDC-registered ACF, DFW Pet Lounge & Quarantine provides specialized import, transit, and customs-clearance services for pets moving through Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport. Whether your dog qualifies for fast-track import processing, requires a federally mandated quarantine, or needs customs clearance and handover — our team provides a secure, compliant path through DFW.

CDC-Registered ACF
15+
Years experience
Fear Free certified
FA & CPR certified staff
Trusted & accredited: Fear Free Certified Professional International Boarding & Pet Services Association member
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Import Service Tracks

Your dog's import pathway depends on country of origin and documentation status. We operate three distinct service tracks through our CDC-registered ACF.

Track 1

Fast Import Track

For dogs from CDC high-risk countries with complete documentation including a valid passing rabies titer.

  • Documentation review & compliance verification
  • Veterinary examination & rabies booster
  • Release from customs bond hold — no extended quarantine
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Track 2

Standard Import Track

For dogs from high-risk countries without a qualifying titer result. Federally mandated 28-day quarantine required.

  • U.S. rabies vaccination on arrival
  • 28-day quarantine with full care & monitoring
  • USDA-accredited veterinary oversight throughout
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Track 3

Customs Clearance with Handover

For dogs from CDC low-risk countries or high-risk countries with qualifying prior documentation. No quarantine required.

  • Customs clearance managed on your behalf
  • Up to 6-hour holding after landing
  • Coordinated handover to owner or transport
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Not sure which track applies to your dog? Review the import service tracks before you book travel — or contact our team and we'll confirm your pathway.

Airline Support Services

We support every stage of pet air travel — arrivals, departures, and time-sensitive disruptions.

Arriving at DFW

Your pet lands — we coordinate collection, customs, and care until you're ready.

  • Customs clearance assistance
  • Airport collection from cargo facility
  • Secure holding & attentive care
  • Local or long-distance delivery

Departing from DFW

We stage your pet and coordinate cargo check-in so your departure goes smoothly.

  • Cargo check-in coordination
  • Staged holding prior to departure
  • Local or long-distance pickup

Transit & Delays

When travel plans change, our on-call team responds quickly for time-sensitive situations.

  • On-call team for airline facility collection
  • Care during missed connections & rescheduled travel
  • Calm, professional handling under pressure

Our Facility & Team

Purpose-built for CDC compliance and airline pet logistics — not converted from a general boarding kennel.

Facility

  • CDC-registered Animal Care Facility (ACF)
  • U.S. Customs surety-bonded areas
  • 24-hour video surveillance
  • Access-controlled secure entry
  • Clean, climate-controlled environment
  • Secure outdoor nature break area for dogs

Transportation

  • Private, climate-controlled vehicles
  • Direct routing to and from DFW
  • Experienced animal handlers
  • STA agents available as needed

Veterinary & Care

  • Calm, Fear Free environment
  • Pet First Aid & CPR-certified staff
  • USDA-accredited veterinary partners
  • Emergency veterinary care available

"When our connection was delayed by eight hours, DFW Pet Lounge had our dog picked up from the cargo facility within the hour. Professional, calm, and kept us updated the whole time."

Sarah M. — Dallas, TX  ·  International relocation from the UK

CDC Quarantine Process

The full six-step quarantine process explained — from pre-travel guidance through to safe release.

View the Process

Import Service Tracks

Confirm which of the three tracks — Fast Import, Standard Quarantine, or Customs Clearance — applies to your dog.

Review Import Tracks

Reservation Requirements

What you need before making a reservation — documentation checklist and federal requirements explained.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about airline support and import services at DFW Pet Lounge & Quarantine.

Our services support pet owners, relocation agents, airlines, and freight forwarders managing pets traveling through Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're a private owner navigating CDC import requirements or a logistics coordinator handling multiple shipments, we work with you at every stage.

Yes — if your dog is arriving from a CDC-designated high-risk rabies country, a confirmed reservation at a CDC-registered ACF is a federal requirement before travel. Contact us as early as possible — spaces are limited. See our reservation requirements page for full details.

Yes. We provide coordinated collection from DFW cargo facilities and terminals using private, climate-controlled vehicles operated by experienced animal handlers. STA-badged agents are available for secure airside access where required.

Your import track depends on your country of origin and documentation status. Dogs from CDC high-risk countries with a valid passing titer may qualify for the Fast Import Track. Without a titer, a 28-day Standard Quarantine applies. Dogs from low-risk countries or with qualifying prior documentation use the Customs Clearance with Handover track. Review all three on our import service tracks page.

Yes. Our U.S. Customs surety-bonded areas and our team's experience with CBP and CDC processes at DFW allow us to assist with customs clearance for pets arriving on international flights. We work directly with CBP, the CDC, and the airline on your behalf.

Yes. Our on-call team responds to time-sensitive airline disruptions — delays, missed connections, and rescheduled departures. We collect pets from airline facilities and provide professional care until travel resumes. Call us at (817) 393-3315 for urgent situations.

Requirements depend on your import track. At minimum, current vaccination records are required — dogs on Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella; cats on Rabies and FVRCP. For international arrivals, additional CDC and USDA documentation applies. See our import service tracks or reservation requirements pages for full details.

We primarily handle dogs and cats, with separate rooms for small animals to maintain a calm, low-stress environment. Contact us in advance for exotic or non-standard species.

DFW Pet Lounge & Quarantine is located at 6148 Precinct Line Road, Hurst, TX 76054 — approximately 12 miles from Dallas–Fort Worth International Airport. We provide private, climate-controlled transport to and from DFW cargo facilities and terminals.

Ready to arrange airline or import services at DFW?

Contact our team to coordinate arrivals, departures, or import reservations.
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6148 Precinct Line Road, Hurst, TX 76054