The 5 Best Trucking Companies with Pet Policies

Revised May 8, 2026

Want to bring your pet with you on the road? That’s understandable! Pets not only make great companions, but research repeatedly shows there are mental and physical benefits to having a pet on the road. They can keep you calm and help you feel a little less lonely when you’re thousands of miles from home.

Unfortunately, not every trucking company will allow you to bring your pet on the road with you. The companies that do allow it often have tight restrictions on the type of pet, its breed, and its weight. The last thing you want is to go to a new trucking company and find out you can’t bring your pet with you in the cab because cats aren’t allowed or your dog is too large. 

At Anderson Trucking Service (ATS), we understand that companionship matters on the road, whether it comes with two legs or four. That’s why we’ve put together a list of great carriers that also have pet policies. It’s no surprise many of these companies have also made many of our other "Best Of" lists. 

We’ll also provide you with a list of questions you should ask about a company’s pet policy before you sign on with them. 

Editor’s note: Pet policies can change over time. This article was last reviewed and verified in May 2026.

Quick Answer: Best Trucking Companies With Pet Policies

Many trucking companies allow pets for over-the-road (OTR) drivers, but policies vary by carrier. Some companies allow both dogs and cats, while others require pet deposits, weight limits, or waiting periods.

Drivers should confirm current pet policy requirements directly with a recruiter before applying or attending orientation.

The Best Trucking Carriers with Pet Policies

Not all company pet policies are the same. It’s hard to name a company with the best policy because they change them often. 

In our list, we’ve focused on good companies that also allow pets. Some have a large deposit, some have monthly fees and some may have restrictions on the type of pet you can get. Some even have qualifiers you must meet before you can bring a pet in your truck. At the time of publication, however, these are the rules they follow.

For this article, we’ve selected larger trucking companies because they provide driving opportunities to a larger group of CDL drivers, including over-the-road drivers looking for pet-friendly trucking jobs.

In no particular order, here are the best trucking companies with pet policies: 

• Halvor Lines
• Hogan Trucking
• Roehl Transport 
• J.B. Hunt
• Prime, Inc.

Key Takeaways About Trucking Company Pet Policies

• Many trucking companies allow dogs in trucks, but fewer allow cats or other pets.
• Pet deposits, weight limits, breed restrictions and eligibility requirements vary by carrier.
• Some pet-friendly trucking companies limit policies by fleet, location, route type or driver experience.
• Drivers should verify pet policy details before applying, attending orientation or changing carriers.

Halvor Lines

Pet Policy Snapshot: Halvor Lines allows cats and dogs, including for trainees on day one. Drivers should confirm current pet requirements directly with Halvor Lines.

Founded: 1968

Headquarters: Superior, Wisconsin 

Insight: Halvor Lines is a family-owned trucking company and Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) Hall-of-Fame "Best Fleets to Drive For" carrier, offering flexible home time, late-model equipment, competitive pay, strong benefits, and growth opportunities.

 Drivers can choose from dry van, deck van, flatbed, and reefer opportunities, and trainees can bring cats or dogs from day one. 

Hogan Trucking

Founded: 1918

Headquarters: St. Louis, Missouri

Insight: Hogan Trucking has provided transportation and logistics services for more than 100 years. The third-generation, family-owned company offers truckload, dedicated, logistics, leasing, rentals, and fleet maintenance services.

Dedicated drivers can bring dogs in the truck with a pet fee and vaccination records. Cats and other pets are not allowed.

Roehl Transport

Founded: 1962

Headquarters: Marshfield, Wisconsin

Insight: Roehl Transport, a four-time American Trucking Association (ATA) President’s Award winner, offers paid CDL training, local and regional truck driving jobs, and dedicated routes for new and experienced drivers. Roehl also provides practical route mileage pay for more accurate compensation and a pet-friendly policy that lets eligible drivers bring a cat or dog on the road.

J.B. Hunt

Founded: 1961

Headquarters: Lowell, Arkansas 

Insight: J.B. Hunt, a Fortune 500 trucking company, operates more than 21,000 trucks across intermodal, truckload, LTL, temperature-controlled, and dedicated freight services. As the nation’s largest dedicated carrier, it runs over 10,500 dedicated trucks from nearly 600 locations nationwide.

J.B. Hunt is known for flexible dedicated driving jobs, with many positions offering daily or weekly home time, consistent routes, and familiar customers. Select locations also allow drivers to bring one dog, subject to breed, weight, and pet deposit requirements.

Related: ATS vs. J.B. Hunt

Prime, Inc. 

Founded: 1970

Headquarters: Springfield, Missouri

Insight: Prime is North America’s largest refrigerated carrier and a TCA Hall-of-Fame "Best Fleets to Drive For" inductee. They offer refrigerated, tanker, open deck, and dry van driving opportunities, giving new and experienced CDL drivers flexibility to explore different freight divisions.

Prime is also known for its pet-friendly trucking policy. Company drivers can bring one pet under 40 pounds with a refundable deposit, while independent contractors face no weight limits or deposit requirements. Prime terminals also feature temporary kennels and pet wash stations for drivers traveling with pets.

How to Choose the Best Pet-Friendly Trucking Company

The best trucking company for pet owners depends on the type of pet you have, the carrier’s pet deposit, any breed or weight restrictions, your route type, home time expectations and whether the company offers a rider program.

Before choosing a pet-friendly CDL job, compare each carrier’s written pet policy and ask a recruiter to confirm the most current requirements.

Trucking Company Pet Policy Questions

Before you sign up for orientation at any of the carriers on the list, make sure you understand their specific pet policy, as they can change often. Ask the following questions to ensure your favorite furry family member can come with you on the road:

• Are only dogs allowed or can I bring another type of pet? 
• Do you require a pet deposit?
• Do I have to pay a regular pet fee? 
• Do you charge any damage fees?
• Do you have size, weight or breed restrictions? 
• Can I bring more than one pet in the truck at once? 
• Do you have any pet amenities at your terminals? 
• Do you have any restrictions regarding where my pet can go? (Ex. Customer facilities)
• Do I have to satisfy any requirements before bringing my pet on the road? 

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Company Pet Policies

Which trucking companies allow dogs?

Many trucking companies allow dogs for CDL drivers, including several large over-the-road carriers. Requirements may include vaccination records, pet deposits, breed restrictions, weight limits or recruiter approval.

Can truck drivers bring cats?

Some trucking companies allow cats in trucks, but cat policies are often more limited than dog policies. Drivers should verify whether cats are allowed before applying or attending orientation.

Does ATS allow pets?

Yes. ATS drivers can bring one cat or dog on the road with them as a company driver or lease driver. ATS does require a nonrefundable pet deposit.

Do trucking companies charge pet deposits?

Some trucking companies require refundable or non-refundable pet deposits. Fees vary by carrier and may depend on whether the driver is a company driver, lease driver or independent contractor.

Are pet-friendly trucking jobs common?

Pet-friendly trucking jobs are common among many long-haul carriers because pets can help drivers feel less lonely on the road. However, every carrier’s pet policy is different.