Cabot Services

Cabot Services is a Geneva-based animal transportation company operated by Aurelie and Joffrey, offering pet transport, dog walking, in-home pet sitting, and dog training. The firm holds official international pet transport authorization (CH-GE-TRL018) from the Geneva canton's consumer and veterinary affairs office, which is the credential required in Switzerland to transport animals commercially. For families arriving in the Geneva region with pets, Cabot Services provides both logistics and local pet care services across multiple modalities.

Taxi animalier: the core service

The animal taxi (taxi animalier) is Cabot Services's primary offering. The firm transports pets to veterinary appointments, emergencies, kennels, or any other destination within the Geneva canton. The vehicles are "agrèes et équipés sur mesure" (approved and custom-equipped) with climate control, heating, geolocation, and video surveillance for the animal's safety and comfort. This combination of features addresses the core concerns that arise when entrusting a pet to a transport service: temperature stability, safety monitoring, and real-time tracking.

Pricing for local Geneva transport is posted transparently: 60 CHF for a simple trip, 90 CHF for a round trip. Night transport (19:00 to 08:00) costs 120 CHF for a simple trip and 150 CHF for a round trip. Sunday and holidays add a 50 CHF supplement to the base fare. If a customer cancels within 48 hours of the appointment, a 50 CHF cancellation fee applies. International transport is available but priced on a case-by-case quote basis.

This pricing transparency is useful for arrivals planning their first weeks in Switzerland: a vet visit roundtrip runs 90 CHF, a fixed and manageable cost. The geolocation and video surveillance features address a primary anxiety when using any pet transport service: the ability to know where the animal is and confirm its safety during transit.

International pet transport authorization

The firm prominently displays its international transport authorization (CH-GE-TRL018), emphasizing that anyone transporting animals for commercial purposes in Switzerland must hold this credential. The site notes that "Toute personne transportant des animaux pour le compte d'autrui de manière commerciale est soumise à l'obligation de cette autorisation ainsi que les qualifications requises sous peine de voir vos animaux saisis" (anyone transporting animals on behalf of others for commercial purposes is required to have this authorization and the required qualifications, at risk of seizure).

This is a direct warning that unauthorized pet transport services are illegal in Switzerland and represents a significant compliance and safety issue. Using an unlicensed provider puts the pet at legal risk and suggests the provider lacks the training and insurance that authorized providers carry. Cabot Services's compliance puts it in relief as a legitimate, regulated operator.

Dog walking services

Dog walking (balade canine) represents the second major service. The firm takes dogs out for 3 to 4 hours on a private, enclosed 5,000-square-meter field. The site describes the service as reducing stress when owners are absent and notes that "on-demand walks" have recently been added. Walking service is available Monday to Friday. The firm concludes an open-ended contract with clients to ensure continuity and reliability.

This service is particularly valuable for families in their first weeks after relocation, when adapting to a new home and work environment leaves less time for dog exercise. The private, enclosed field means the dog exercises safely without the uncertainty of street dogs or traffic. The on-demand option allows occasional use for specific days rather than requiring a standing weekly commitment.

In-home visits for cats and small animals

In-home visits (visite à domicile) are offered for cats and other small animals (NAC, petits animaux de compagnie). Cabot Services provides home visits during short or long absences. The visits include presence, feeding, and litter cleaning, addressing the core needs of cats left behind during business trips or relocations.

This service is particularly useful for arrivals with cats during the critical first weeks when settling a pet into a new home involves leaving it alone less often. A cat in an unfamiliar apartment is vulnerable to stress and behavioral issues; having a trusted caregiver check in daily can prevent complications. The firm does not specify pricing for home visits, so inquiries would be necessary.

Dog training and behavioral assessment

Cabot Services offers dog training and behavioral assessment services. One-hour training sessions cost 70 CHF and behavioral assessments (1.5 to 2 hours) cost 150 CHF. A "Test de Maitrise et de Comportement" (TMC, a mastery and behavior test) costs 90 CHF. The person offering these services holds a canine instructor diploma (diplôme d'instructeur canin).

For families arriving with dogs that display anxiety, aggression, or behavioral challenges due to the stress of relocation, these services provide local expertise. A behavioral assessment can identify problems early and provide a structured plan for addressing them. The site does not detail the curriculum or approach (e.g., positive reinforcement vs. other methods), which would warrant a direct conversation with the trainer.

Cross-border pet boarding

Cabot Services also operates or partners with "Les Crocs en Positif," a dog boarding facility in Viry, France (postcode 39360), approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Geneva. The site provides a link to lescrocsenpositif.com. For families relocating to Geneva who need boarding during moves or vacations, this offers an option just across the border, providing access to a second facility without leaving the greater Geneva region.

Hours and contact

The firm operates Monday through Friday, 09:00 to 18:00 for non-emergency phone calls. Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) are closed. The address is Place de Cornavin 14, 1201 Geneva (a central Geneva location, near the train station). Contact is via email (contact@cabotservices.ch) or phone (+41 76 823 26 93).

What the site does not explain

Cabot Services publishes no detail on how far beyond the Geneva canton it will accept transport requests, despite mentioning international transport on quote. The site does not specify what animals it accepts beyond dogs and cats, though "NAC" (petits animaux de compagnie, small companion animals) is mentioned in the home-visit context. It also does not disclose whether the video surveillance and geolocation features are always active or available only on request.

The behavioral assessment service lacks detail: the site does not explain what the test measures, what the output is, or how the results are used in a training plan. Similarly, the dog training descriptions offer no detail on the curriculum, whether the trainer uses positive reinforcement or other methods, the trainer's background beyond holding a diploma, or what specific behaviors the firm addresses.

The firm does not explain whether it handles export or import documentation, whether it assists with the Swiss pet-import regulatory requirements (rabies titers, microchipping, health certificates, import permits), or whether it simply provides post-arrival logistics. For families bringing pets into Switzerland from abroad, these gaps mean Cabot Services is a local transport and boarding resource, not a full international relocation service.

The takeaway

Cabot Services serves arrivals in the Geneva canton who need short-term pet transport and care during their first weeks and months in Switzerland. The fixed pricing, published authorization, and multi-service model (taxi, walks, training, boarding) make it a practical resource for the post-arrival phase. The firm is hyperlocal to Geneva and its services assume the pets are already in Switzerland. For families arriving with animals from abroad, Cabot Services would be a post-arrival contact, not a relocation coordinator.