About Animalcouriers

Pet transport and animal shipping services throughout the UK, Europe & overseas

Moving house? Relocating or emigrating? Going to a new forces posting? — and wondering how to transport your pets to your new home? Are you an animal breeder, buyer or welfare group in need of an animal shipping service? Or are you simply looking for a stress-free way to transport your pets to your holiday destination?

Choose Animalcouriers pet road travel and animal air freight services to move your pets, livestock and other animals throughout the UK, mainland Europe and the rest of the world.

If your pet is travelling with Animalcouriers, you can track the journey here on the blog. The blog will also give you an idea of how we work and what you can expect if you choose Animalcouriers to transport your pet.

You can also follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

If you’d like to find out more about our services, visit our website or drop us an email at ask@animalcouriers.com — we’d love to hear from you.

99 thoughts on “About Animalcouriers”

rachel maxted on December 19, 2011 at 12:51 pm said:

Would it be possible to have an update on how the 8 dogs from Greece are doing? More picutres too recording their journey would be lovely, if at all possible.

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Animalcouriers on December 19, 2011 at 1:36 pm said:

Hi Rachel – we’re working on it and you’ll have photos and stories later this afternoon.
All the best
Animalcouriers

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- rachel maxted on December 19, 2011 at 2:35 pm said:
  
  Hi,
  I will look forward to that. I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of Asproulis. I hope they are all having a good journey. I thought the ‘pin the tail on the dog’ article was great. This website is great – congratulations – it certainly adds a personal and caring touch.
  Many thanks, and Happy Christmas to you all!!
  
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Animalcouriers on December 19, 2011 at 3:08 pm said:

Thanks Rachel – you should now have an update on Asproulis. It’s going to be a very exciting time for eight dogs and their new owners. What lovely Christmas presents for both sets of beings.

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Maya Guesthouse Project on January 17, 2012 at 4:44 pm said:

Hello,

we would like to thank you for your interest in our straw bale hotel project.

We love what you do for these animals.
Greetings from Switzerland

Louis

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- Animalcouriers on January 18, 2012 at 8:06 am said:
  
  Hi Louis,
  
  Looking forward to seeing the hotel when finished and to news along the way.
  
  Glad you’re enjoying our travels with animals – it’s never dull for us!
  
  All the best
  Animalcouriers
  
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kermit on January 18, 2012 at 11:53 am said:

we thank you for the safe transport of little baby Aikos and all we hope all is well with you
have great and safe life
you doing a god thing with traveling safe with our pets
have a nice traveling and transport in the future
Roger and Sussie

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Anywhere Home on March 12, 2012 at 1:38 pm said:

What great work you are doing! So many loving pet owners have difficulty figuring this out for themselves, so it’s a great service you are offering to keep families united!

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pixilated2 on March 13, 2012 at 11:23 am said:

What a unique service you provide! Glad you’re out there and helping those in need. Thanks for visiting the Farmlet too. ~ Lynda

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Gunta on March 25, 2012 at 5:13 am said:

Hello There! I have been enjoying your blog and find it interesting, I think others would too. So I am tagging you. If you care to participate; this is the link
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heretherebespiders on April 4, 2012 at 9:50 pm said:

I was thrilled to learn last night that I may have sent passengers your way! My good Italian friends have been in contact with you for passage of at least one dog and possibly a cat, from Italy to Ireland – I’m so excited to think I get to see her ‘babies’ here before I meet them in person in Ireland! Hope it all comes true

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- Animalcouriers on April 5, 2012 at 9:20 am said:
  
  That’s really kind – thank you! Do let us know the names of the dog and cat and we’ll look out for them
  
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Donkey Whisperer Farm on April 27, 2012 at 5:27 pm said:

Just a little note to say I am enjoying your blog, thank you for sharing

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- Animalcouriers on April 27, 2012 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  Hi – glad you’re enjoying it – as we are yours! We have a particular fondness for donkeys and know the hard and rough times they have at the hands of some humans. The more people can know about how to best look after them, the better their lives will be. Thanks for all your information and enthusiasm
  
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Rhonda on May 10, 2012 at 2:54 pm said:

What a wonderful service you provide! Picking up and moving is hard enough as it is on a family. Knowing ones pet (loved one) is not just being transported, but loved along the way, surely makes the transition easier for your clients.
Thank you for stopping by and liking my post on ‘aging gracefully’. I appreciate it. All the best and continued success.
Rhonda

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- Animalcouriers on May 10, 2012 at 3:00 pm said:
  
  Hi Rhonda – thanks for those kind words. As you say, moving is hard enough for humans let alone the animals caught up in the midst of things.
  We enjoyed your post very much and look forward to many more. All the best, Animalcouriers
  
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  - Rhonda on May 10, 2012 at 3:11 pm said:
    
    Thank you so much.
    
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Rhonda on May 19, 2012 at 5:59 pm said:

I have nominated you for the Beautiful Blogger Award. Your work, here and in life, is amazing. If you’d like to accept it, just drop by my site and copy and paste the award to your site, then follow the (easy) instructions. well done!
Rhonda

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- Animalcouriers on May 20, 2012 at 4:40 pm said:
  
  Rhonda – that is lovely of you! We’re delighted to accept and will have to do our post and nominations – never enough time in the day. Thanks very much
  
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  - Rhonda on May 20, 2012 at 4:53 pm said:
    
    I’m glad you are accepting and wish you nothing but the best. I agree, where does the time go???
    
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notsofancynancy on June 6, 2012 at 5:30 pm said:

I have always thought this would be the perfect job, only in the USA. I love seeing how happy all your dogs are. Awesome, fun, and rewarding all in one!

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- Animalcouriers on June 6, 2012 at 5:36 pm said:
  
  There are days when it’s not so rewarding – aka bureaucracy and red tape days
  
  But all in all we are very lucky people!
  
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crazytraintotinkytown on June 8, 2012 at 3:53 pm said:

I’ve nominated you for the Versatile Blogger award. If you accept please click below. Congrats!!
http://crazytraintotinkytown.com/2012/06/08/and-the-winner-is/

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Seasonsgirl on June 11, 2012 at 2:56 am said:

Hello,
I wanted to let you know that I have nominated you for the Commenter/Commentator Award. You can see your nomination at http://seasonsgirl.wordpress.com/2012/06/10/first-special-award/ .
Congrats – Seasonsgirl

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nanawith2dogs on June 21, 2012 at 4:37 pm said:

What an incredible service you offer! Brilliant and so nice for all the animals in your charge. My husband and I loaded our 2 Shelties in our small SUV and drove west through Canada, from Ontario to B.C. (approx. 4,500 km.) it was a “challenge” that I really must blog about soon.

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- Animalcouriers on June 21, 2012 at 4:39 pm said:
  
  Thanks! That is a long journey – we look forward to hearing all about it when you get the time.
  
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Gunta on July 3, 2012 at 4:41 am said:

Congratulations, I’ve nominated you for a blogging award. If you choose to accept, here’s the link to what it’s all about: http://wp.me/pXX8J-1c8.

Absolutely no hard feelings if you choose to skip the acceptance… I just wanted to let you know I enjoy your blog.

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- Animalcouriers on July 12, 2012 at 12:07 pm said:
  
  Gunta – thank you so much – think you were the first person to nominate us for a blog award really some time ago. We are most delighted to accept the award but getting round to that bumper blog keeps being put off. We shall do it though. Thanks
  
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The Daily Golden on July 8, 2012 at 3:54 am said:

You’ve been nominated for a blogger award. Please see my post “In appreciation” for details. Love your blog!
Shannon

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- Animalcouriers on July 8, 2012 at 11:29 am said:
  
  Hi Sharron, thank you so much! We’re very touched and will be in contact on the awards front. We’re running hopelessly behind on acknowledgements but we will get there
  
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maggiemoosetracks on August 5, 2012 at 6:49 pm said:

I wanted to recognize you for your lovely blog. Here is my nomination for “One Lovely Blog” for you.
Click here for details: http://maggiemoosetracks.wordpress.com/2012/08/05/one-lovely-blog-award-plus-one-makes-two/

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angelswhisper2011 on August 30, 2012 at 8:24 am said:

Thanks for stopping by on my blog and liking me Great what you do for the animals. I haven’t heard about it before, but now I’m curious and sign myself up to read all about it

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- Animalcouriers on August 30, 2012 at 8:57 am said:
  
  It was our pleasure to visit your lovely blog. We hope you find some of our travel stories interesting
  
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crystalwayward on September 7, 2012 at 12:19 pm said:

What a cool service! I look forward to following your blog and learning more about you and your adorable clients.

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- Animalcouriers on September 7, 2012 at 12:26 pm said:
  
  Thanks for calling by. Do hope you enjoy some of our travel tales. We’re delighted to find your blog and have started to find out more about you
  
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baileyboatcat on November 3, 2012 at 7:48 pm said:

I love the idea! What an amazing job you guys do! Looking forward to following your blog!

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- Animalcouriers on November 5, 2012 at 3:28 pm said:
  
  And us yours!
  
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Laura Evans on November 4, 2012 at 11:59 pm said:

Hi,
My name is Laura Evans and I’m Camba’s new owner. It was great to see pictures of Camba on your website but I’m a little worried because I don’t know where I’m meeting you in the UK. I was planning to meet you at Dover. Do you have any details of which ferry line you will be travelling with so I can get directions? Also, where do you go after Dover? It might be easier for me to meet you elsewhere (I’m happy to pay for the extra distance of course) as I’m travelling from Winchester.
I look forward to hearing from you (and I’m really looking forward to seeing Camba).
Regards
Laura

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sophiekemsley on November 5, 2012 at 7:29 pm said:

Thank you, Animal Couriers!
I was browsing through new blogs to follow and was immediately impressed by the work you do. It is full of love and with such sweet images too. You truly care about pets, and as a cat-owner myself, I thank you for that.

Best,

Sophie x

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- Animalcouriers on November 8, 2012 at 6:03 pm said:
  
  Hi Sophie – that’s really kind, thank you!
  
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Sandra McCluskey on November 10, 2012 at 11:44 am said:

Hi, East Midlands Dog Rescue here….we are enjoying following your blog and the adventures of Donna Pepper and Vinny who will be coming here to be rehomed by us….glad you enjoyed your ‘hedgehog supper’! Look forward to seeing you tomorrow or monday…sandy and lynne

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- Animalcouriers on November 11, 2012 at 6:02 pm said:
  
  Hi Sandy and Lynne, sorry to reply so late. Glad you’re enjoying following their trip. Going well and hopefully you’ll meet the trio tomorrow! All the best AC
  
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Jamie Dedes on November 25, 2012 at 10:34 pm said:

A much needed service, no doubt. We are glad to see you online and out-and-about.
Gypsy and Jamie
http://ourpeaceablekingdom.wordpress.com/

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- Animalcouriers on November 29, 2012 at 7:05 am said:
  
  Thanks Gypsy & Jamie – we’re loving your blog.
  
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  - Jamie Dedes on November 29, 2012 at 7:59 am said:
    
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windhound on November 29, 2012 at 6:58 am said:

Just discovered that although I have been following your wonderful blog I hadn’t been “following”. You do such an amazing and much needed service. Many thanks for the featured photo.

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- Animalcouriers on November 29, 2012 at 7:04 am said:
  
  Oh, the delicacies of WP following Thanks for the follow – we’re loving your images.
  
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hutchagoodlife on December 5, 2012 at 11:42 pm said:

Oh you guys whee just nearly suffered a heart attack after reading on the guinea piggy forum whee go on that ‘Animal Couriers’ had lost a guinea pig! It was another company but really scared the life out of us.

Whee don’t hear of you having these catastophes! How can they lose an animal under their care though?! Seriously?!

http://www.theguineapigforum.co.uk/showthread.php?101035-Help!-Animal-Courier-has-lost-my-piggie!-(

xxxx

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- Animalcouriers on December 6, 2012 at 7:42 am said:
  
  Oh goodness piggies, what a horrid story. There are sadly some unscrupulous companies out there who use untrained staff and inappropriate travel accommodation and vehicles. We pride ourselves on our record and are very sorry to hear of this dreadful experience. The only good outcome being that the lost one was found.
  We continue to fight for regulation in the movement of pets. We are Defra registered, our directors have a background in the RSPCA and our vehicles are all custom fitted. We encounter some frightful sights on our journeys.
  
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  - hutchagoodlife on December 6, 2012 at 7:55 am said:
    
    Whee are definitely going to recommend you to our friends on there so that no one else has to go through that terrible experience. You are pretty much the only people Mummy would trust to transport us!
    
    xxxx
    
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    - Animalcouriers on December 6, 2012 at 8:46 am said:
      
      Thanks so much! The drawback with using us is that we aren’t as competitive as the other outfits
      
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hovercraftdoggy on December 31, 2012 at 10:51 am said:

Dear AnimalCouriers…as one of our most loyal and active followers in 2012, we wanted to say thank you and wish you a very happy and healthy New Year!! All the best to you! Hovercraftdoggy

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- Animalcouriers on December 31, 2012 at 12:03 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much. We adore your blog and look forward to each treasure you reveal with anticipation. Here’s to a great 2013 for you too!
  
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alienredqueen on January 2, 2013 at 3:19 pm said:

So do you guys usually stay pretty busy? I think it’s neat how this seems like more than just a business for you guys!

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- Animalcouriers on January 2, 2013 at 3:33 pm said:
  
  Yup, we don’t tend to have much down time! This is one of the quietest times when it’s too cold to move pets through northern Europe and the rest of the world is recovering from the festivities! It’s getting to be more of a way of life
  
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susanmaedetera on January 9, 2013 at 3:28 pm said:

Hi….im learning a lot from your blog, i didnt know that there is such kind of service for pet lovers…i wish we have something like this in my country too…makes me want to buy a dog….
thanks too for visiting Gasm Travels and liking some of my photos. All the best for you this 2013!

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- Animalcouriers on January 9, 2013 at 3:42 pm said:
  
  Glad you like what we do. There aren’t that many companies round the world doing the same thing. Loving your photos!
  
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burnettfreelanceimagery on January 13, 2013 at 10:52 pm said:

It sounds as though you provide a wonderful service to your customers, don’t believe I have heard of anyone doing any similar service here in the U.S. Thank you so much for visting my blog and liking my Word a Week Challenge entry – Clouds! And keep up the great work!

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- Animalcouriers on January 14, 2013 at 9:11 am said:
  
  Thanks so much. We’re looking forward to more of your posts!
  
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  - burnettfreelanceimagery on January 14, 2013 at 6:54 pm said:
    
    Thanks for following my blog and for liking my recent post ‘I raised my Flag today…’ – your continued support is appreciated!
    
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    - Animalcouriers on January 14, 2013 at 8:03 pm said:
      
      Oh, it is our pleasure!
      
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      - burnettfreelanceimagery on May 2, 2013 at 1:37 am said:
        
        Thanks so much for bring one of first 100!! I try to get back to your blog as much as I can – if only the days had more hours in them!! Take care and continued success in your wonderful work! – Stan
        
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        Animalcouriers on May 2, 2013 at 10:08 am said:
        
        Hi Stan – we’re delighted to be part of that first 100! We know all about finding enough time in the day for everything you want to do. Don’t worry, we’ll be here and look forward to more from you.
        
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jalal michael sabbagh.http://gravatar.com/jmsabbagh86@gmail.com on February 7, 2013 at 7:25 pm said:

Exceptionally loving post .Very inspiring who to treat animals.Blessings.Thank you for liking my recent post..(..Authentic ….Substance…) Jalal

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- Animalcouriers on February 8, 2013 at 3:14 pm said:
  
  Thanks Jalal – it is always our pleasure.
  
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maggiemoosetracks on March 1, 2013 at 2:42 pm said:

We have an award for you! WOOF WOOF http://maggiemoosetracks.wordpress.com/2013/03/01/maggiemoose-sisterhood-of-the-global-kind/

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- Animalcouriers on March 1, 2013 at 3:19 pm said:
  
  Oh Maggie – you are too kind! Thank you very much One of these days we’ll get round to responding to it properly
  
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  - maggiemoosetracks on March 1, 2013 at 3:21 pm said:
    
    No worries. The pet traveling arrangements come 1st!!! WOOF WOOF
    
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awkwardcharm on March 1, 2013 at 2:53 pm said:

Thanks for following me! I really enjoy your site so I’ve nominated you for a Liebster Blog Award! Check out http://awkwardcharm.com/2013/03/01/the-liebster-blog-award/#respond for more information.

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- Animalcouriers on March 1, 2013 at 3:18 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much! We’re loving your blog and look forward to many more posts.
  
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  - awkwardcharm on March 1, 2013 at 3:50 pm said:
    
    Thanks so much for your sweet words I hope not to disappoint in future
    
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petrel41 on March 10, 2013 at 11:04 am said:

Congratulations, Animalcouriers!

I have nominated your blog for the Liebster Award.

The rules of this award are at

http://dearkitty1.wordpress.com/2013/03/10/liebster-award-thanks-rhubblog-administrator/

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- Animalcouriers on March 10, 2013 at 6:33 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much! We are so bad at responding to award nominations will try to do better. Please rest assured we are very appreciative indeed.
  
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  - petrel41 on March 10, 2013 at 6:55 pm said:
    
    You don’t have to worry; as the award is for helping bloggers; not for hurrying them
    
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blueberriejournal on March 11, 2013 at 1:39 pm said:

I really like your commitment. I am the owner of a former greek stray puppy. He is from a shelter in Rethymno, Crete. We got him from his foster place in Germany close to the french border. He turned 8 this winter.

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- Animalcouriers on March 11, 2013 at 2:19 pm said:
  
  Well done you for taking one of the (so) many Greek strays. There are so many delightful stories like yours out there Sadly there are more and more in need.
  
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Jenny Trozell on March 16, 2013 at 9:54 am said:

Thanks for a great blog, I have nominated you for the “The Versatile Blogger’s Award” You can read more about it here: http://ynnej1976.wordpress.com/2013/03/16/the-recognition-of-other-bloggers-passing-it-on/

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Ajaytao2010 on April 18, 2013 at 11:30 am said:

Nice reading about you

Thanks for visiting my blog Ajaytao2010@wordpress.com. Browse through the category sections, I feel you may definitely find something of your interest.

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PigLove on April 29, 2013 at 2:21 pm said:

Good Monday Morning – check out my blog for today when you get a chance. I left you something there XOXO – Bacon

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- Animalcouriers on April 29, 2013 at 6:17 pm said:
  
  Oh Bacon, you sweetie! Thanks so much
  
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susanmaedetera on April 30, 2013 at 7:03 am said:

love reading your entries…very unique as im following not a person’s travel adventure but animals! btw, ive mentioned you on my post: http://maedetera.wordpress.com/2013/04/30/blogger-award/

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- Animalcouriers on April 30, 2013 at 2:37 pm said:
  
  Thanks very much on both counts! We’re loving your blog.
  
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FON (Free Online News) on May 3, 2013 at 3:18 pm said:

Thank you very much for visit my site. Cheers!

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- Animalcouriers on May 3, 2013 at 3:19 pm said:
  
  We very much enjoyed your article and the wonderful photographs!
  
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  - FON (Free Online News) on May 3, 2013 at 3:21 pm said:
    
    Thank you very much. I will check your all articles. Hope or the best. Cheers!
    
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Michaela Ragan on May 12, 2013 at 8:51 pm said:

Hello! I’m Michaela (oldpictureproject.wordpress.com) and I’ve nominated you for the most ‘Interesting Blog Award.’ To find out more go to my post where I tagged you. This isn’t spam! Thanks!
-Michaela
http://oldpicproj.wordpress.com/2013/05/12/ive-been-nominated/

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digitalhegemon on May 21, 2013 at 9:42 pm said:

Merci pour suivre mon blog. Ayez un grand mardi! d–0.o–b CIao!!!

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- Animalcouriers on May 21, 2013 at 9:44 pm said:
  
  C’est notre plaisire!
  
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stan on May 30, 2013 at 3:56 pm said:

Thanks for stopping by once again and liking my posting for Memorial Day

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- Animalcouriers on May 30, 2013 at 3:57 pm said:
  
  It is always our pleasure
  
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Alison on May 31, 2013 at 4:02 am said:

Hello. Thanks for visiting my blog and for the like on the Antoni Gaudi post. It’s always nice to have new visitors!
What a wonderful and unique service you provide. Kudos!
Blessings
Alison

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- Animalcouriers on May 31, 2013 at 8:56 am said:
  
  It was our pleasure – love everything Gaudi!
  
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soireadthisbooktoday on June 6, 2013 at 2:47 am said:

Wish I had known about you several years ago! Want to know how crazy I am? I bought a motor home to transport my “kids” from my last home in Oregon to my present home in Colorado – darn thing has sat there for the last seven years gathering dust! ROFL

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- Animalcouriers on June 6, 2013 at 10:24 am said:
  
  What a lovely story – not crazy at all! Keeping it for the next move?!
  
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  - soireadthisbooktoday on June 6, 2013 at 4:46 pm said:
    
    LOL…. I am way too old to move again, unless it is to an old folks home! I keep meaning to sell it or something…. but then I get distracted and think I will use it one day – of course, I don’t have the money to get it running again, so I suppose it is just a yard ornament!
    
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    - Animalcouriers on June 7, 2013 at 9:37 am said:
      
      We have friends who turned an old caravan into a chicken coop – all those wonderful built-in cupboards became the best laying boxes we’ve ever seen!
      
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petrel41 on June 10, 2013 at 12:29 pm said:

Congratulations!

I have nominated your blog for the Shine On Award.

More about this nomination is at

http://dearkitty1.wordpress.com/2013/06/10/shine-on-award-thanks-giovanna/

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