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Vet Taxi is area’s leading insured pet transport company owned
and operated by ilkim Boyle who has 10+ years of experience
working with animals. She also is a USDA certified intermediate
animal handler.
What experience does ilkim Boyle have?
In her years of involvement with the pet industry, ilkim Boyle has
worked as a veterinary nurse, part-owned and operated
Washington, D.C.’s first doggy daycare center, volunteered for
US Neapolitan Mastiff Rescue, raised many new born kittens to be
adopted, volunteered in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, raised
many new born wild birds, squirrels, raccoons, etc. for release,
volunteered in rehabilitation of many species of animals such as
eagles ( including bold eagles), various hawks,falcons and owls (
including pygmy and spotted owls), harbor seals, deer,
opossums, beavers, bears, etc. She currently rescues and trains
horses at her farm and helps with wildlife rehab/ rescue and dog
rescue as needed. Aside from this, ilkim also has a pilot’s license
and was the only woman pilot in the first Turkish Air Rally in 1988.
She placed second. She was one of the first 3 women ice
hockey players in Turkey in the 80’s. She also speaks Turkish
fluently.
Why is it better to send my pet to vet with Vet Taxi?
In many years of working in veterinary hospitals, ilkim Boyle has
developed many skills in handling pets in this environment. She
also developed a very broad understanding of the veterinary
medicine and the workings of veterinary hospitals. By using Vet
Taxi, you will always know that all the right questions will be asked
for the care of your pet and all the alternative therapies will be
discussed. After the visit, you not only will receive a thorough
explanation of your pet’s health but also will receive lifetime of
health and behavior consultation by a professional.
Can I get a ride with my pet?
Owners are more than welcome to get a ride with their pet as
long as you let us know a head of time.
I will not be home at pick up/drop off time for my pet. Can
Vet Taxi enter my home to drop of my pet?
If you will not be able to be home for drop off or pick up time,
we sure can get a key and handle this. Or if you prefer, we can
just take your pet to a daycare facility or even our 12+ acre
farm until you are back. Please remember there is an additional
charge for holding pets.
Can I purchase gift certificates?
Gift certificates are always available, please call us to let us know
of the specifics of the gift you would like to give.
Would Vet Taxi arrange for picking up meds, food, etc. for my
pet?
We sure can. Just give us a call.
I have a special occasion I would like my pets to be a part of
and I need someone to handle them during the ceremony
and transport them after the ceremony. Will Vet Taxi arrange
such a service for me?
We can arrange for handling your pet at many different
situations from weddings to birthday parties. Let us know your
plans and we will get you a cost estimate.
Why do people use Vet Taxi?
There are many reasons people choose to use Vet Taxi instead
of transporting their pet themselves. Here are a few:
Don’t want pet hair in their car
Don’t have a car
Can’t get dog in the car alone
Can’t drive or prefer not to drive
No time. Convenience.
Travel arrangements don't permit you to drop off your pet at the
kennel, and you don't want him to stay there a day or 2 more
than necessary
Your pet has incontinence or gets car sick, and you don't want to
deal with the mess
You would like a knowledgeable professional to help you with
your pets health issues to get them the best care
Your pet needs to go to the airport to travel with you but you
don't want to rent a car and have to return it at the airport or
don't want to park at long term parking
How do I arrange for payment for the pet provider charges?
Your payments for the pet service providers can either be
arranged via phone by credit card directly with the provider or
you can give us a check written for the provider and we will fill in
the amount. We will always provide you with the receipt from the
provider so you know all the charges. As for Vet Taxi charges, we
only accept cash or checks at the moment.
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