Pods are capable of carrying dogs, cats and small pets safely and comfortably and have plenty of floor and height space.
We work with reputable IPATA registered pet shipping company who provide cargo flights for pets both outbound from the UK and inbound to the UK from across the world.
Our partner has been IPATA registered since 1993 and also IATA member. They are passionate about pets and have high standards for the work they do for pets.
Please be prepared to be flexible as none of the flights are guaranteed at present due to airlines changing their itinerary daily due to the Coronavirus pandemic. There are also limitations on airports so not all transport may be possible at present.
DUE TO BREXIT FLIGHTS ARE LIMITED.
We know of no reputable road pet transporter who is offering transport outside of the UK. This is due to Coronavirus.
We can only assist with transport that involves the UK.
For transport that doesn't involve the UK, you will need to find an agent in the departure country.
Our drivers are called handlers due to the experience they have.
Handlers care for your pet to a high standard during transport and reduce stress to your precious pet.
The following is direct from APHA, who are the best to gain advice from.
APHA took over from DEFRA for pet travel, pet imports and exports, notifiable diseases and more.
The UK will become a third country when it leaves the EU. Third countries can apply to the European Commission to be listed.
Pet travel requirements have now changed following the UK exit from the European Union.
The UK is now a Part 2 Listed Third Country.
To make sure your pet is able to travel from the UK to the EU after Brexit, you should contact your vet at least 4 months before travelling to get the latest advice.
A current EU pet passport issued in the UK will not be valid for travel to the EU.
However, if your pet(s) have an EU Pet Passport, issued in Great Britain before 1st January 2021, they will be accepted for entry into the UK.
Before your dog, cat or ferret can travel, you’ll need to take the following steps:
You will not be able to travel with your pet if you have not completed these steps.If the blood test result is not successful you’ll need a repeat vaccination and another blood test taken at least 30 days after the repeat vaccination.
Find out more about rabies vaccination boosters and blood tests.
You must also take your pet to your vet no more than 10 days before travel to get an animal health certificate (AHC). (The AHC needs to be signed by an official vet. Check with your vet that they can issue AHCs for pets.)
You must take proof of:
Your pet’s AHC will be valid for:
If you’re travelling with your dog directly to Finland, Republic of Ireland or Malta it must have treatment against tapeworm 1 to 5 days before arriving in one of those countries (Echinococcus multilocularis). Your vet must enter full details on the AHC following treatment.
On arrival in the EU, pet owners travelling with pets will need to enter through a designated Travellers’ point of entry (TPE).
At the TPE, you may need to present proof of:
Your pet will need a new health certificate for each trip to the EU.To get a new health certificate you must take your pet to an official vet no more than 10 days before you travel. Again, you must show proof of your pet’s:
Pets do not need a repeat blood test before travelling again if they have:
You’ll need tapeworm treatment if you’re travelling to Malta, Republic of Ireland or Finland.
There will be no change to the current health preparations for pets entering Great Britain from the EU after Brexit.
Your pet must have one of the following documents when returning to the UK:
Check the routes before you travel. You must travel using approved routes. Your documents and microchip will be checked when entering England, Scotland or Wales (Great Britain). Different rules apply in Northern Ireland. Owners of assistance animals do not have to travel on approved routes.
You do not have to travel on an approved route if you travel to Great Britain from:
Talk to your vet about what preparations you need to make before you travel from these places.
You need to take your dog to a vet no less than 24 hours and no more than 120 hours (5 days) before entering the UK, for an approved tapeworm treatment. This requirement will not change after the UK leaves the EU.
You do not need to treat your dog for tapeworm if you’re coming directly to the UK from Finland, Republic of Ireland or Malta.
If you’re living in the EU and plan to travel with your pet using a UK-issued pet passport, you should speak to your vet. They’ll help you understand the effect of Brexit and ensure you’re compliant with EU Pet Travel Regulations.
If you have a pet passport issued by an EU member state, you can use it to bring your pet to the UK. You can also use it to return to the EU, as long as your pet has had a successful rabies antibody blood test. You must make sure the blood sample is taken at least 30 days after the date of rabies vaccination. If the blood sample is taken in the UK, you must wait 3 months from the date the successful blood sample was taken before you travel back to the EU. You do not have to wait the 3 months before travelling if your pet has a successful blood test before leaving the EU.
The UK is a Part 2 listed third country.
You must have your pet microchipped and vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. You’ll need to make sure your pet’s rabies vaccinations are kept up to date and make sure your dog has tapeworm treatment if needed.
You must also visit an official vet no more than 10 days before you travel to get an AHC confirming that your pet is microchipped and vaccinated against rabies. Your pet will need a new AHC for each trip to the EU if the UK becomes a Part 2 listed country. On arrival in the EU, pet owners travelling with pets need to enter through a designated TPE. At the TPE, you may need to present proof of microchip and rabies vaccination and tapeworm treatment if required.
Speak to your vet to find your nearest official vet. Many veterinary practices will have one in their team. You can also read guidance on how to find an official vet
Pet travel from Northern Ireland
For information on the Pet Travel Scheme in Northern Ireland, read pet travel guidance from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
Contact the pet travel helpline if you need more help Email: pettravel@apha.gov.ukTelephone: 0370 241 1710 Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm (closed on bank holidays)
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pet-travel-to-and-from-great-britain
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