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VIPP Services

An overview of PadsPass VIPP (Very Important Pet Parent) concierge services, including who it is for, what is included, how it works, support channels, and service hours.

What are VIPP services?

VIPP (Very Important Pet Parent) is PadsPass’s concierge support layer built on top of the Digital Pet Passport. It’s designed for complex or high‑stakes trips where you want proactive preparation, help coordinating travel logistics and documentation, and access to a human support team when plans change.

Who VIPP is for

  • Pet parents planning international or multi‑leg travel

  • Members who want hands-on support coordinating logistics and documents, plus help during travel when issues come up

  • Requires a verified PadsPass pet profile and an active VIPP add‑on for the subscription year

What’s included

  • Proactive trip preparation and outreach once you signal travel in the app or via support

  • Concierge coordination and optional add‑ons, such as:

    • Health certificate handling (e.g., USDA coordination)

    • Pet‑friendly accommodations planning and confirmations

    • Coordination with your licensed veterinarian’s office (with your consent) for documentation and records

  • Human support during travel, with contingency planning for common disruptions

  • Dedicated VIPP support channels with defined response times

  • Secure client portal for trip planning, bundles, and travel documents

Availability and scope

  • Applies to active VIPP members with verified pet profiles

  • Delivered via PadsPass and trusted partner specialists

  • Can extend beyond standard PadsPass destination coverage through custom arrangements

How VIPP works

  1. Signal your trip and share key details.

  2. We confirm scope, share optional add‑ons, and begin planning.

  3. Your concierge coordinates documents, appointments, and bookings.

  4. During travel, we provide support and help coordinate next steps when issues arise.

  5. After your trip, we follow up to ensure everything went smoothly.

Support channels

  • VIPP phone line, concierge in‑app chat, and VIPP email

  • Acknowledgement and response targets during stated service hours

  • VIPP email: vipp@padspass.com

  • General support email: support@padspass.com

Pricing and renewals

  • VIPP is an annual add‑on to Digital Pet Passport and does not auto‑renew.

  • VIPP pricing is shown in-app at purchase and may vary over time.

Service hours and response targets

  • Dedicated VIPP phone line: Mon–Sun, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM ET.

  • Concierge chat (in‑app): 24/7 intake, with responses prioritized during service hours.

  • VIPP email: Mon–Sun, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM ET.

  • Online client portal: 24/7 access.

Response times can vary based on trip complexity, partner availability, and overall support volume. For time-sensitive travel issues, contact VIPP support as soon as possible.

Privacy and discretion

  • VIPP status and trip details are handled with strict privacy controls and shared only with your consent

If you’re interested in becoming a VIPP member or have questions about eligibility, reach out to our support team.

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