Animal Transport | Healthcare | American Expediting

Expert Animal Transport

Transporting live research animals requires more than just speed—it demands exceptional care, regulatory compliance, and environmental control. Delays or improper handling can compromise not only the animals’ welfare, but the integrity of the research itself.

At American Expediting, we provide on-demand and scheduled transport for lab animals with trained drivers, strict handling protocols, and the responsiveness your timelines demand. Whether it’s a time-sensitive shipment between facilities or recurring deliveries to a university or research site, we move living cargo with the care and precision it deserves.

Lean on us for:

Time-sensitive, compliant animal transport
Trained couriers familiar with live-animal SOPs
Temperature-controlled transport options
Route planning for welfare and consistency

Transport Designed Around the Animal's Needs

We understand the complexities of transporting live animals for scientific, medical, and academic purposes. Our couriers follow SOPs tailored to species, institutional protocols, and IACUC or regulatory guidelines. We ensure proper containment, quiet transport, minimal handling, and direct delivery to labs, clinics, or care facilities—never co-mingled, never rerouted.

Confidence from Crate to Destination

We track every shipment with real-time GPS, timestamped pickup and delivery, and proactive communication throughout the journey. For highly regulated animal models or fragile timelines, we provide a single point of contact to ensure every step is executed as planned.

- Timestamped pickup and containment confirmation
- GPS-monitored routing with oversight
- Real-time status updates during transit
- Verified delivery and secure handoff

From crate to lab, clinic, or care facility—every detail is accounted for.

Why American Expediting?

From routine to critical. We’re ready.

24/7/365

Always on, always ready—with 24/7 live customer support and driver availability across the U.S. and Canada.

Top Tier Drivers

Our 5,000+ drivers are in it for the long-haul, not the quick gig. Certified professionals—trained in HIPAA, TSA, Dangerous Goods, and customer-specific-protocols.

Tech That Simplifies

Our tech adapts to you—fast API integrations enable easy order entry, real-time tracking, chain of custody, invoicing and insights. Go live in as little as 4 weeks.

Agility & Scale

As your true partner, our network scales with you—strategic warehouses, hubs, and agile routing ensure reliable logistics, even during disruptions.

CASE STUDY

Live Animal Transport and Critical On-Demand Support for the CDC

When the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) required the secure transport of 55 live prairie dogs to its Atlanta headquarters, they turned to American Expediting. Our team provided a compliant, humane shipping solution—while continuing to support the CDC’s broader mission with reliable, on-demand medical courier services.

A Reputation Built in the Toughest Moments

“Working in animal research, there’s no wiggle room for delays—especially when you're shipping time-sensitive materials. American Expediting has been a steady hand for us. Their NFO team doesn’t just move fast—they communicate, follow through, and make the whole process feel easy, even when it’s not. They’ve earned our trust, one urgent delivery at a time.”

Animal Biotech Industries, Operations Team

“American Expediting has supported our animal lab testing efforts with the highest standards of reliability and care. Their drivers are trained on handling biohazardous materials and consistently follow protocols for secure transport, temperature control, and chain of custody. In a field where timing and precision can impact public health outcomes, their professionalism has been an essential part of our logistics strategy.”

Program Coordinator, CDC

“Transporting live lab animals requires a logistics partner who understands that every detail matters—from temperature regulation and timing to animal welfare and regulatory compliance. American Expediting has delivered consistently for us, ensuring our lab mice arrive safely, on schedule, and in optimal condition. Their attention to protocol and ability to adapt to sensitive timelines make them a trusted resource in our supply chain.”

Logistics Manager, National 3PL Specializing in Life Sciences