posted by Travel Cat on Jul 30
Travelling With Your Pets.
If you wish to take your pet on vacation with you, there are many things to consider before you set off.
You firstly need to think about the whether the destination is suitable for your pet - for example tropical fish can live in a heated tank in any country, but your cat may not be able to go outside if you move to a city. Similarly it is OK to take a 2 week vacation abroad with your dog, but it would really be a hassle to journey 400 miles with your horse for just a few days.
Secondly, there are practical and financial decisions to be made - and sometimes over 6 months preparation is needed for your pet to complete the trip with you depending on where you are going - or where you are returning to.
Additionally, there are legal rights and wrongs to battle with - preparation really is the best method of making sure that you have everything in order plenty of time before you need it.
Unfortunately, relying on word of mouth from well intentioned friends or colleagues has caused many travel plans to be ruined or seriously delayed. Only rely on the actual facts given by the companies or government bodies involved in your specific countries. Never just assume anything.
Finally - even if you don’t take your pet away, there are still some important things to bear in mind before you head off without them, including rules and regulations for leaving pets alone or in paid care.
In this continuing series, I hope to cover the basics for each occasion, highlighting any laws or potential problems along the way. It should also offer insights into real life cases and the joy of vacationing with your pets.
Articles in this series will include: Travelling Locally with your Pet, Pet Passports for entry to the UK, Vaccinations recommended for pets in general, Airline Travel Regulations for animals, Transporting your Pet Long Distance, Identifying your Pets, Getting Veterinary care abroad, Diseases and Illness Abroad, Quarantine and Kennelling Regulations.
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