Pet Taxi – Medical & Emergency Transport
For Current Clients Only
Safe • Certified • GPS-Tracked
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Serving Ballston, Clarendon & Rosslyn
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Pet Sitting 4 Comfort® (PS4C) provides safety-focused pet transport for medical situations that arise during scheduled care.
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This service is available only for active PS4C clients and is used when a pet requires prompt veterinary attention during a visit.
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Our priority is safe transport, clear communication, and timely care.
What Is Emergency Pet Transport?
Emergency transport may be used when a pet shows signs of illness, injury, or distress during a scheduled visit.
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We safely transport your pet to your veterinarian or the nearest emergency clinic while keeping you informed.
What’s Included
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Private, direct transport to your veterinarian or nearest emergency clinic
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Fear Free Certified® handling by trained caregivers
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GPS-tracked updates through your Time To Pet portal
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Insured vehicle with crates, seatbelt harnesses, and first aid supplies
When Emergency Transport May Be Used
We may initiate transport if we observe concerning symptoms such as:
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collapse or disorientation
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sudden lethargy or weakness
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vomiting or diarrhea with concerning signs
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swelling, limping, or visible injury
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seizure activity or neurological symptoms
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allergic reactions or breathing difficulty
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If a situation appears urgent and we cannot reach you, we follow the instructions outlined in your signed Veterinary Release Form.
Standard Medical Taxi (Non-Emergency)
Non-emergency transport may be used during scheduled visits when veterinary care is needed but not urgent.
Examples include:
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scheduled veterinary appointments
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minor medical concerns
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safe delivery of your pet to your clinic
Requirements:
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crate or harness for safe transport
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veterinary clinic information in your client profile
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transport authorization in your portal
Emergency Transport Rates
(For pets currently in our care)
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Within Ballston, Clarendon, Rosslyn
$60
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Up to 10 miles outside Arlington
$85
Over 10 miles
$120+
Veterinary wait time
$30 per 30 minutes after the first hour
Standard Medical Taxi Rates
(During scheduled visits)
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Within service area
$40 per one-way trip
How Emergency Transport Works
If a concern arises during a visit, we follow a structured process:
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Assess your pet’s condition
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Attempt to contact you and review emergency instructions
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Secure your pet using a crate or harness
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Transport directly to the veterinary clinic
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Provide updates and a full report through your portal
Important Service Notes
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Available only for pets currently under PS4C care
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Not a public pet taxi service
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Transport must be pre-authorized in your client portal
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We do not transport pets across state lines
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Help Us Respond Quickly
To ensure fast response during emergencies, please keep your client profile updated with:
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preferred veterinary clinic
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signed Veterinary Release Form
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emergency contact information
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working home access instructions
A Safety-Focused Approach
Whether a situation is urgent or precautionary, our goal is to ensure your pet receives timely veterinary care while keeping you informed every step of the way.
