Qatar Airways Animal Centre
About This Facility
Qatar Airways Cargo's Animal Centre is the largest animal facility in the world at 5,260 m², opened in 2024. Features 140 dog kennels, 40 cat kennels, 24 horse stalls across 5 zones, separate rooms for birds/fish/reptiles/exotics, and 24/7 veterinary care.
Soothing music plays in dog kennels; horse stalls are padded for safety. Qatar Airways transported over 500,000 animals in 2024.
Transit pets with layovers over 3 hours get space to exercise, clean kennels, and fresh food/water.
Physical Arrival Directions
The Animal Centre is near Hamad International Airport next to the Qatar Airways maintenance hangar.
Cargo pets are collected from the cargo area.
Transit pets are automatically managed at the Animal Centre by Qatar Airways.
Practical Tips & What to Expect
Minimum transit time for pets in Doha is 180 minutes (3 hours). The 'Pet Card' service sends photo updates during transit.
Qatar Airways is the world's largest animal carrier by air. Contact at least 48 hours before departure with health certificate and travel documents.
Professional Pet Transport
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