Inter-emirate travel
Customers have moved multiple large dogs and travelled between Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah comfortably.
Smile For Tails - Pet Taxi in UAE
Bur Dubai
Smile For Tails is a pet taxi service in Bur Dubai for journeys with dogs and cats across the UAE. Reviews highlight comfortable vet trips and airport transfers, including help with luggage and clinic drop-offs.
Reputation Score
5.0
★★★★★
286 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Reliable timing
Airport and vet-trip customers repeatedly report punctual pickups; one airport transfer arrived 10 minutes early and waited.
Spacious vehicles
The vehicles are described as clean, air-conditioned and spacious enough for large dogs, kennels, luggage and passengers.
Vet-trip support
For a post-surgery check-up, the team coordinated with a helper and assisted throughout the journey and at the clinic.
Careful driving
A review about severe car sickness says the driver slowed for curves and bumps to keep the dog calm.
Pet setup
Reviews mention seatbelt options, blankets and vehicles arranged specifically for pets rather than ordinary taxi transport.
Live updates
For an unattended vet drop-off, the owner received videos and updates while the puppy was collected and delivered.
Flexible booking
Customers report successful same-day and last-minute bookings, including when plans changed or delays occurred.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book WhatsApp. Use WhatsApp for booking and confirm the journey details there; one first-time customer found the whole process smooth from the initial message.
Share dimensions. Tell them your pet’s size and kennel dimensions before booking; a 38kg Labrador and giant kennel were accommodated on an Abu Dhabi–Dubai trip.
Ask about support. For vet visits, ask whether clinic assistance or coordination with another helper can be included, as this helped during a post-surgery visit.
Plan airport help. If travelling with luggage, mention it when booking: an airport customer said the driver helped with bags and waited without issue.
Mention sickness. Tell the team about motion sickness beforehand so the drive can be adapted; one dog needed slower handling around curves and bumps.
Consider last-minute. If plans change, ask about availability rather than assuming it is too late; reviews describe same-day and short-notice arrangements.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Nshama Townsquare - Al Qudra Rd
Madinat Latifa, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Fri | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Pet travel
The service is also used for longer-distance pet journeys, including airport travel and trips between emirates.
Beach outing
A group travelled with three dogs and a cat for a beach outing, showing the taxi is used for leisure trips as well as appointments.
Common Concerns
No concerns reported yet.
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The Bottom Line
Smile For Tails is a pet moving service in Bur Dubai that takes dogs and cats on local and inter-emirate journeys. Customers use it for vet appointments, airport transfers, and longer trips such as Dubai to Abu Dhabi or Ras Al Khaimah. It is worth considering when an ordinary taxi is unsuitable, especially if you have a large dog, a kennel, luggage or a pet that needs extra reassurance.
The strongest pattern in the reviews is practical care. Vehicles are repeatedly described as clean, air-conditioned, spacious and set up for pets; one customer specifically noted proper dog seatbelts, while another mentioned a soft blanket. Drivers are reported to arrive on time or early, drive cautiously, and help with bags, carriers and clinic drop-offs.
For a post-surgery vet visit, the team coordinated with a helper and assisted at the clinic, rather than treating the journey as a simple point-to-point ride. Booking through WhatsApp is described as smooth, with quick replies and occasional same-day or last-minute availability. Ask about space if you are travelling with a giant kennel, and mention motion sickness or a medical appointment in advance.
Reviews describe pricing as fair, reasonable or affordable, but no exact fares are provided, so request a quote for your route and return arrangements.