The International Pet Travel

International pet travel requires preparation In advance. The most important thing to keep in mind is just like human travel, it requires additional certification to enter country.

Schedule a Visit with Veterinarian

Inform the vet about your travel, traveling hours and means of transport like car or air. Ask your vet about flea heartworm etc in the area. If the pet is carsick it is better to take medication. Often pets get separated while traveling so it should be micro chipped. Microchip processes is secure, common and inexpensive. Health and rabies certificate should be taken not prior than 10 days before travel

Secure Carrier for the Pet

Select a carrier which is properly ventilated and it is of adequate size. Bottom should be leak proof and should be covered with absorbent material. Pet's name, address and pone number should be printed outside the crate. Secure collar with proof of vaccination should be tied to the pet.

Countries that Allow Importation of Animals

Most of the countries allow importation of animals but some impose restrictions. Great Britain always has a strict quarantine of policies arriving from other countries which does not fall under Pet Travel Scheme. This scheme requires pets to be vaccinated, tested and certified. Therefore while traveling with pet; it is always better to contact the appropriate authorities. For those who are traveling fro rabies free country the entry is quite easier.

Contact the Consulate

After knowing the general restriction of a country(s) one is planning to visit, one must contact the individual consulate. They will give all the information regarding international pet travel with respect to the country.

Airline International Pet Travel

After consulting with consulate, one must decide the means of travel. Nearly all overseas travelers arrive by air. International Airport Transport Association (IATA) governs international transport policies and it is significant to choose a member airline in order ten to ensure the safety trip with the pet. While contacting the airline, the following questions should be asked for the traveler's instruction and pet safety.

What are the confinements for international pet travel? How many pets will be accepted in cargo or in the cabin?
Does the pet needs to change planes?
For a long flight, will the pet be able to relieve himself somewhere?
When and where the pet can be drop off?
What credentials is needed for international pet travel?
In which place animal clear custom?