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Pet Taxi Paris: The Complete Guide for Expats and Tourists (2026)

Pet Taxi Paris: The Complete Guide for Expats and Tourists (2026)


Whether you're a Paris expat, a tourist visiting with your dog, or just passing through CDG with a cat in tow — this guide covers everything you need to know about pet taxis in Paris.


The problem: regular taxis refuse pets


French law allows pets in taxis, but drivers can refuse. In practice, over 80% of regular taxis and ride-share drivers refuse animals, especially large breeds.


The solution: Use a specialised pet taxi service like Chauffeur Animalier Paris.


Our pet taxi service in Paris


What we offer

  • Tesla Model 3 (silent, electric, ideal for anxious pets)
  • Mercedes Van (8-seater, ideal for large dogs or multiple animals)
  • Free IATA-approved carrier loan
  • Disinfected vehicle before every trip
  • 24/7 availability (no night or weekend surcharge)
  • English-speaking service

  • Getting to CDG airport with your pet

    Distance: 25-30 km north of central Paris

    Travel time: 45 min to 1h30

    Our rate: €100 (Tesla) or €140 (Van) — fixed price, no surge


    Getting to Orly airport with your pet

    Distance: 14-18 km south of central Paris

    Travel time: 30 min to 1 hour

    Our rate: €90 (Tesla) or €130 (Van) — fixed price


    How to book


    WhatsApp: +33 1 89 70 64 14 (English spoken, 24/7)


    Send us: pick-up address, destination, pet type and size, date and time. We confirm in under 30 minutes.


    Price guide


    RouteTesla Model 3Mercedes Van Paris intramurosfrom €40from €70 Paris → CDG€100€140 Paris → Orly€90€130 Paris → Beauvais€180€230

    No night/weekend surcharge. No pet surcharge. Fixed prices.


    Accepted animals


    Dogs (all breeds, all sizes, including so-called "dangerous breeds"), cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hedgehogs, birds (parrots, canaries), reptiles (lizards, tortoises, non-venomous snakes), chinchillas and other exotic pets.


    Useful tips for expats in Paris with pets


  • Keep your dog on a lead in public
  • Large dogs (>6kg) need a carrier on the Paris metro
  • Book airport transfers at least 24h in advance during peak periods
  • Category 1 & 2 dogs need a muzzle in public — we can provide one

  • Contact us


    WhatsApp: +33 1 89 70 64 14 (24/7, English spoken)

    Email: contact@chauffeur-animalier-paris.com

    Need pet transport in Paris?

    Available 24/7. Fixed price, no animal surcharge.

    Book on WhatsApp