It is important to consider your pet’s move as part of the emigration process. The exact procedures vary from country to country:

Australia:  Import permit, Export permit, blood tests, quarantine
New Zealand: Export permit, blood and faecal tests
Canada: Export permit
USA: Health check, 30 days notice

Vaccination requirements vary depending on destination and some countries have restrictions on exotic species.

We would always recommend using a pet travel agent since you can take advantage of their experience to ensure the safe transport of your pet. Services provided can include boarding, collection, vet trips, flight travel kennels, delivery on arrival and, of course, the flight itself! Exactly what is involved is based on the requirements and your budget in order to keep the trip as stress-free as possible for everyone involved. Preparation time varies from country to country but we always recommend thinking well in advance.

At JCS Livestock, our top tips for pet travel are:
• Phone or email JCS first for a chat
• Chat to your vet
• Set up a timetable for vet trips
• Find out if you can take pets into your new home (if renting on arrival)
• Consider a boarding “buffer” at either end of your trip- give yourselves time to get settled/pack.