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  • 1.  Reliable Transport Drivers

    Posted 10-15-2025 09:14 AM

    Hello, I am interested in how other rescues and/or shelters vet reliable transport drivers. We have experienced some not so great drivers over the past few weeks and I'd like to get some feedback from others.

    Thank you,

    Mary

    Foster Coordinator 


    #TransfersandTransport

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    [Mary] [Garcia]
    [Houston Foster Coordinator and Grant Coordinator ]
    [Spring Branch Rescue]
    [Richmond] [TX
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  • 2.  RE: Reliable Transport Drivers

    Posted 10-16-2025 05:26 PM

    We actually own our own van, and one of our volunteers regularly drives it. In addition, we have a few other trusted volunteers who step in to help with transportation as needed. This system has worked well for us because we know our drivers personally and can rely on them to follow our protocols for safety and care.



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    Julie Beatty
    Grants Coordinator
    Ziva Dog Rescue
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  • 3.  RE: Reliable Transport Drivers

    Posted 10-19-2025 05:40 AM

    Thank you, Julie! We own our van as well, but do not have steady drivers. The drivers we have been using were recommended but not reliable or following our instructions. I'm thinking we need to draw up a transport plan and list of instructions with proper follow up.



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    [Mary] [Garcia]
    [Houston Foster Coordinator and Grant Coordinator ]
    [Spring Branch Rescue]
    [Richmond] [TX
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  • 4.  RE: Reliable Transport Drivers

    Posted 10-16-2025 08:18 PM

    There are two transport companies we've used. We've had great experiences with both. 

    Refueling Souls
    https://www.facebook.com/p/Refueling-Souls-Rescue-Transport-61572514619956/

    Sweet Brier Transport
    https://www.sweetbriarpettransport.com/



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    Heather Campbell
    Director
    Evergreen Pug Rescue
    WA
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  • 5.  RE: Reliable Transport Drivers

    Posted 10-19-2025 05:41 AM

    Thank you, Heather. We own our van, but would need steady and reliable drivers. Do these companies provide drivers or complete transport services?



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    [Mary] [Garcia]
    [Houston Foster Coordinator and Grant Coordinator ]
    [Spring Branch Rescue]
    [Richmond] [TX
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