Yonjuro Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Hi all, I am hoping for some advice please. I am in Perth and am exploring the possibility of getting a Siberian Husky Puppy from an Eastern States breeder. I am familiar with the breed, however I have never brought a dog in from another state. I have been through a few threads here on transport companies to use and Dogtainers are frequently recommended. My main question relates to crates and cages; I intend crate training the puppy and it seems like I can purchase a crate for not too much more that hiring and have it delivered to the breeder, which I will then be able to use afterwards? - am happy to be corrected though :) My question is - am I better buying a large size crate for shipping the puppy or will this be overwhelming for the pup, or do you think it is better to just hire and then buy a crate suitable for an adult and use a divider for use at home? Oh, and if anyone has recently shipped a dog to Perth I would be really interested in approximate costs of the transport. In regards to all of the above I am not looking to cut any costs at the expense of the puppy, in fact I would prefer to spend more to ensure the best possible comfort. Any advice on the whole procedure will be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I'd buy a smaller crate, use it for a little while and then sell it and get a bigger one. The cost of hire is not far off purchase cost anyway and that way you'll still get some use out of it for a while and get a chunk of your money back when you sell it to go to your bigger one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esky the husky Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Contact a member on this forum called Wayrod- A lot of people have used his services and been very very happy. Can't help you with pricing though, although I have a friend who flew her sibe boy in from nsw or vic and it worked out cheaper still than buying from a local breeder here ( not that price would be my main concern but anyway) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2boxer Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I'm in perth and used Jetpets to get my boxer girl from qld. I opted to hire the crate and it cost around $350 (can't remember the exact amount). When I picked her up, I was able to keep the crate too!!!! Not sure what happened there lol! I was really happy with their service! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Wildthing Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 wayrod - have used him and can't speak highly enough of his service. Cheaper to buy a crate and you know you are getting a clean one(no parvo) I have only flown cats around the country and always buy the crate as I get to use it many times over and they are clean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted November 11, 2013 Author Share Posted November 11, 2013 I'd buy a smaller crate, use it for a little while and then sell it and get a bigger one. The cost of hire is not far off purchase cost anyway and that way you'll still get some use out of it for a while and get a chunk of your money back when you sell it to go to your bigger one. Thanks, that makes sense Contact a member on this forum called Wayrod-A lot of people have used his services and been very very happy.Can't help you with pricing though, although I have a friend who flew her sibe boy in from nsw or vic and it worked out cheaper still than buying from a local breeder here( not that price would be my main concern but anyway) I will try Wayrod when I get closer - thanks. And yep, money for the puppy is not an issue at all. I'm in perth and used Jetpets to get my boxer girl from qld. I opted to hire the crate and it cost around $350 (can't remember the exact amount). When I picked her up, I was able to keep the crate too!!!! Not sure what happened there lol! I was really happy with their service! Wow that seems very cheap, are you saying $350 included the crate? Thanks to those that have responded thus far :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted November 11, 2013 Author Share Posted November 11, 2013 wayrod - have used him and can't speak highly enough of his service. Cheaper to buy a crate and you know you are getting a clean one(no parvo) I have only flown cats around the country and always buy the crate as I get to use it many times over and they are clean. Thanks! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayrod Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 (edited) Thank you everyone for the referrals. Greatly appreciated. As a guide for you on pricing, based on the information provided: Brisbane to Perth $320.00 Sydney to Perth $290.00 Melbourne to Perth $260.00 These are guide prices only and include new PP40 crate. Actual price may vary but can be confirmed closer to date of transport. Edited November 11, 2013 by wayrod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted November 11, 2013 Author Share Posted November 11, 2013 As a guide for you on pricing, based on information provided: Brisbane to Perth $320.00 Sydney to Perth $290.00 Melbourne to Perth $260.00 These are guide prices only and include new PP40 crate. Actual price may vary but can be confirmed closer to date of transport. Great, thanks for that information. I was expecting the cost to be a lot more! I will definitely be in contact closer to the time :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2boxer Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Yep! Don't think I was meant to, but the airport guys insisted it was mine to keep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted November 12, 2013 Author Share Posted November 12, 2013 Have people found their puppy covered in poo and wee after being crated for a longish time What type of bedding is recommended and are there any other recommendations in preparing for such a journey? I was thinking of sending one of those adaptil pheromone collars to the breeder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yonjuro Posted January 2, 2014 Author Share Posted January 2, 2014 I just wanted to post a big thanks to Wayne (Wayrod) for the handling of my puppy from Newcastle to Perth. HE arrived safe and sound in a nice clean crate with no dramas whatsoever. THanks Wayne, I was a bit nervous about the whole exercise but it was all too easy. Ronin is home and happy as are we. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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