If it is not even a long-term vacation that is planned, but a move to another country, then the issue of transporting a pet will certainly affect its owners, so it is very important to start organizing this issue in advance. Those who like to turn to professionals for solving all the necessary points can find specialized agencies that are directly involved in transporting pets. You can check their contacts with realtors who have been working on the market for a long time, as well as on the Internet, when you enter the phrase "transportation of pets to another country" in the search line.
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It is important to understand that it is worth approaching the solution of the issue of transporting an animal in advance - at least one month before the day of the trip. If a pet needs to undergo detailed treatment, then they need to start practicing a few months before the date of the move, since on the road he should feel as comfortable as possible, especially if there were no special movements in his life before. Perhaps for some dogs or cats it will be useful to take them by car, for example, to a summer cottage, so that the animal gets at least a little used to moving.
Carriage by plane
Animals are allowed into the aircraft cabin (most often we are talking about cats and dogs, but in the lists you can find turtles, birds and fish), whose weight, together with the carrier, is not more than 8 kg. At the same time, the size of the carry should also not exceed the limits set by a particular airline. A separate ticket is also purchased for the animal, so it is important not to forget to add this waste to the list when planning your trip, especially if you have a long flight. You must not forget to carefully study all the necessary information regarding this issue on the airline's website, and if you have any questions, contact its representative.
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Different air carriers may have different requirements for the date of notification of the intention to fly a pet - somewhere it will be enough 24 hours before departure, in other companies - 36 hours and 72 hours. There are air carriers on board which the admission of animals is strictly prohibited - for example, Fly Dubai, so it is so important to deal with this issue in advance. Advance notification of the carrier about the carriage of an animal is also important in order to "fit" into the maximum limit for the number of animals on board - most often, no more than five animals are allowed to be placed in the cabin of the aircraft during one flight. Aeroflot and several other companies have categorically forbidden to carry bulldogs, pugs and other dogs with a short and flat muzzle on their flights, since dogs of such breeds are especially sensitive to temperature changes and stress, which can damage not only them, but also the comfort of passengers.
If the weight of the dog together with the carry is heavier than 8 kg, then on board the aircraft it will go into the luggage compartment and the owner will not be able to be with his pet next to - you will have to hand it over to the employees of the specialized service in the departure area, after which you will meet with him already in the airport building after landing at the destination. At the same time, it is not known how much stress for the animal this option of moving can become - you need to consult with specialists in advance. At the same time, the maximum limits for carriage in the luggage compartment also differ for many companies - 30 kg, 40 kg, 50 kg. The cost of such transportation can range from 80 to 400 euros. It is also important to clarify this aspect with the airline on board which the owner is going to transport his dog, because if the breed is heavy, then it may turn out that the only real option would be transportation by land - by train or by car.
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Transportation by train
Both on board the plane and on the train, the owner is obliged to take care of his pet and ensure the cleanliness of the surrounding space - in this sense, it is easier to do this in the train due to the larger space (especially if one family is traveling in the same compartment), but on the other hand, it is time to travel usually takes less time. By the way, guide dogs are transported by rail free of charge, as they accompany people with disabilities and replace their senses.
Transportation of large dogs is carried out in a separate compartment of the compartment carriage, except for luxury carriages. In this case, the full cost of all seats in the compartment must be paid (no additional charge for transporting a dog).
Veterinary requirements
In most countries of the world (and within Russia), the entry of kittens and puppies under the age of 3 months is prohibited - most often this is due to the impossibility of vaccinating an animal against rabies before that time: such a vaccination is the main condition for a pet to enter any country. In this case, it is necessary that one month has passed since the introduction of the vaccine, and it is valid for 1 year. Vaccination information is entered in the veterinary passport. Not earlier than 3 days before the flight, the animal must be shown to the veterinarian, who must provide a certificate that the animal is completely healthy, does not pose a danger to others, so it can be transported across the country or abroad.
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A microchip or a special stamp (usually affixed to the inside of the ear) is necessary to identify the animal when it comes to importing it into the EU. Owners may also need a Customs Union certificate if the animal is to be transported to non-EU countries). There are countries where the importation of pets into which presents many difficulties for the owners: in Australia it is forbidden to do this without prior permission from the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service, and in Iceland, for each animal (dog or cat) imported, a permit from the local Ministry of Economy is required. and the national economy, and at the same time animals are required to undergo quarantine for 6 months in specialized institutions. In Italy, Spain and Denmark, the import of fighting dogs is prohibited.
