Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Global Livestock Transportation Experts
Established in 1966, we are a globally recognised livestock agency with unparalleled expertise in the international movement of pedigree breeding stock. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience in animal husbandry with deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, ensuring seamless transportation of cattle, alpacas, llamas and other camelids across continents. Specialising in high-value genetics, we adhere strictly to IATA and DEFRA standards while providing end-to-end solutions including health testing, documentation and insurance.With a client base spanning governments, universities and private breeders worldwide, our reputation for reliability has been built through over 4,000 successful shipments including landmark deliveries to Switzerland, South Africa and Tristan da Cunha. Our founder's background in racehorse stud management and alpaca breeding informs our meticulous attention to animal welfare throughout every journey.
Services
Livestock Export
Import Services
Alpaca Transportation
Cattle Relocation
Camelid Shipping
Health Testing
Documentation
Insurance
Quarantine Management
Translation Services
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- We have 58 years' experience in international livestock transportation
- Our team includes certified alpaca judges and former racehorse stud professionals
- We maintain IATA and DEFRA compliance for animal welfare standards
- Our global agent network facilitates door-to-door service across continents
- We handle high-value genetic stock with specialist care requirements
Associations and certifications
- IATA
- DEFRA
Services
Livestock Export
We specialise in exporting pedigree breeding stock including cattle and camelids to international markets. Our service covers regulatory compliance, health certification and transport logistics. Clients benefit from our established global network of agents and decades of experience in live animal transportation.
Alpaca Transportation
Specialist movement of alpacas between continents using scheduled passenger flights. We ensure proper documentation and animal welfare during transit. Our expertise includes genetic stock preservation during long-distance journeys for breeders and research institutions.
Health Testing
Comprehensive health screening and disease testing for export compliance. We coordinate with approved laboratories to meet destination country requirements. This service ensures smooth customs clearance and regulatory approval for livestock shipments.
Documentation
Complete preparation of international shipping documents including permits and vaccination records. Our team maintains up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations. This service prevents delays and ensures legal compliance for cross-border livestock movements.
Quarantine Management
Coordordination of pre-export quarantine arrangements at approved facilities. We handle all logistical aspects including transportation to and from quarantine stations. This service ensures animals meet health requirements while minimising stress during holding periods.
People
Amanda VandenBosch
Owner & Director
Alpaca breeding expert with 30 years' experience, international judge and former racehorse stud professional. Took ownership in 2015 after working with the company for several years. Specialises in camelid genetics and transportation logistics.
Richard Beale
Former Consultant
Livestock export specialist with 30 years' experience. Managed Stanford Livestock operations until retiring at age 80 in 2015. Provided consultancy support for two years post-retirement. Recognised expert in large herd transportation logistics.
Questions
What types of livestock do you handle?
We specialise in pedigree breeding cattle, alpacas and llamas. Our expertise covers both small individual shipments and large herd movements.
Do you handle international documentation?
Yes, we prepare all required export/import documentation including health certificates, permits and vaccination records to meet destination country requirements.
How are animals transported?
Most shipments travel on scheduled passenger flights. For large consignments we arrange chartered aircraft while always maintaining strict animal welfare standards.
What regions do you operate in?
We handle shipments between all continents with particular expertise in transatlantic and Australasian routes for breeding stock transportation.
Are health tests included in your service?
Yes, we coordinate all required disease testing and veterinary certification through approved laboratories as part of our export compliance package.