PET EXPORTS LTD

The Scenario

So, you're finally off to sunnier climes and you're emigrating somewhere more pleasant, with real Summers (emigration does have a serious upside to it) - perhaps to Spain Portugal Greece or Cyprus or maybe you are relocating somewhere further flung and exotic like Australia , New Zealand or South Africa .

But - hang on just one cotton pickin' moment! - What about the family pet?

Pet Travel - The problem and potential solution.

International relocation with pets is sometimes a minefield of legislation, veterinary requirements and logistics. It is advisable to consult with an experienced professional, conversant with exporting domestic animals. We aim to provide all the necessary advice and information in order to make this seemingly complicated process as simple as possible.

The Red Tape

Your cat or dog must be shipped in an IATA approved Air pet travel Kennel of the correct size.

You must ensure that you have an Import Permit from the country of destination should it be required. Please see Countries page for more information.

You must ensure that your pet complies with the relevant vaccination and veterinary requirements of the country of destination.

You must ensure that you have the relevant Export Health Certificate from DEFRA or Fitness to Fly certificate.

You must ensure that cargo space has been reserved with the airline and that this date ties in with all the other documentation.

About us

   We are conveniently based at Heathrow- Most direct long haul international flights that are able to take animals depart only from Heathrow or Gatwick. Other departure airports (Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen) may be possible but in general these are routed through Heathrow.

Short haul direct flights to holiday destinations in the Mediterranean can be arranged from many regional airports (Luton, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, East Midlands, Newcastle,Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen).

   Tel :    0208 384 5020   Fax :    0208 384 5020

   e-mail : petexports@blueyonder.co.uk

Please mail us with your telephone contact details and address, what pet(s) you have, their weights and measurements (see important information we require section below -please also confirm that the measurements were taken in this way and not in the standing position), nearest international airport to your final destination and approximately when you will be emigrating. We will get back to you.

Please note that we only export pet cats and dogs and only from mainland England and Scotland. We do not import.

Our Services

Basic

We will supply the requisite IATA pet travel kennel(s).

We will reserve space with the airline.

Pet is taken by yourself/family/friends to the airport of departure.

Optional Extras

We can collect your pet(s) if you need us to.

We can board your pet(s) prior to the flight if required.

We can obtain export documentation and arrange veterinary inspection if required.

We can sometimes obtain Import permits (if required) on your behalf.

Notes

Arranging the necessary paperwork, complying with veterinary requirements, booking space with the Airline and building the pet travel kennel(s) all take time. Bearing this in mind it is recommended that as much notice as possible is given with a minimum of 30 days for most destinations. It can sometimes be done in a shorter time frame than this (for example the United States and Canada) but it does depend on the destination.Animals are accepted under our Terms and Conditions.

Important - Information that we require

Before being able to provide any costings (ballpark figures can sometimes be hundreds of pounds out) we need to know the weight of your pet(s).

In the case of dogs only we also need the maximum height and the maximum length excluding tail.

Measurements should be as accurate as possible in inches or centimeters (please do not add a few inches "for comfort" as this is taken into consideration anyway).

For the Height measurement, please get your dog to sit up. In this position measure his/her vertical height from the ground by the front paws to either the top of the ears (if they at any time prick up) or the top of the head.

For the Length measurement, please get your dog to lay down. Irrespective of how he/she normally lies, the measurement required is from the base of the tail (end of bottom) to either the tip of the front paws or nose (whichever protrudes furthest).

The reason for this is to determine the correct pet travel kennel size. Your dog must be able to sit up in the kennel, be able to turn round and be able to lie down comfortably.

Costs

Unfortunately, due to airline charges and the logistics involved, it is not cheap. Unless you are lucky enough to be travelling first class, taking your pet(s) will, in general, cost more than your own airfare. Try not to let this put you off the whole idea - We do aim to give a competitive quotation to you based on the information supplied. Prices are dictated by the size of the transit kennel(s) used and these are in turn dictated by the size of your pet.

The Doggery

The Cattery

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