PET TRAVEL AND SAFE TRANSPORT OPTIONS Pets can be transported in the aircraft cabin, as excess baggage or as manifested cargo. The options available will depend on the airline, size/breed of pet, itinerary and destination country. Travelling as manifested cargo is considered a safer option overall. To be clear, pets end up traveling in […]
Pet Travel

MOVING PETS TO AUSTRALIA Cats and dogs can be imported to Australia under strict conditions designed to manage biosecurity risks. Moving pets to Australia is a complicated process. Pets are required to have an Import Permit and serve a minimum mandatory 10 day quarantine. Pets coming in from New Zealand or Norfolk Island may […]
MOVING PETS TO AUSTRALIA
PETS TRAVELING TO THE UK *NEW INFORMATION ADDED REGARDING BREXIT The United Kingdom is a popular destination for relocation and pet travel The UK follows a PET TRAVEL SCHEME for all pets arriving in to the UK. There have been many recent changes (APRIL 2017) regarding the rules and requirements for importing pets to […]
PETS TRAVELING TO THE UK

PET AIR TRAVEL Pet travel and booking your furry family member with the airlines can be a confusing process and often people are misinformed, resulting in foiled plans and frustration. Add to this process the complex requirements for pets entering foreign countries and it can become overwhelming. We would like to offer a brief […]
PET AIR TRAVEL

Microchip Information What Is a Microchip? A microchip is a small, electronic chip enclosed in a glass cylinder that is about the same size as a grain of rice. The microchip itself does not have a battery—it is activated by a scanner that is passed over the area, and the radio waves put out […]
MICROCHIP INFORMATION

How do I ship my pet ? Whether you are moving domestically within the US or internationally, there are airline requirements and country regulations for shipping your pet. Each airline has their own regulations which can vary depending on the breed of your pet. In addition, for international pet shipping, each country has their […]
HOW DO I SHIP MY PET ?

Looking to add to your family ? Pets bring so much joy to our life but it’s important to find the breed that is right for your family. To get started, We’ve included a list of the most popular dog breeds of 2014-2015. Most Popular Dog Breeds of 2015 – For the 24th consecutive year, […]
DOG BREEDS

SUMMER PET SHIPPING – SHIPPING YOUR PETS DURING THE HOT SUMMER MONTHS CAN BE A CHALLENGE Are you looking to relocate your pet ? There are many things to consider when relocating your pet, such as the import rules and regulations of the country you are relocating your pet to. In addition to […]
SUMMER PET SHIPPING

HOW TO RELOCATE MY PET HOW TO RELOCATE MY PET: Anyone who relocates for a job knows what a hassle it can be: finding a new house, packing, shipping furniture, and transporting pets. Pet Relocation Specialists can streamline and simplify moving with a pet. Continental Pet Relocation, based in Charlotte NC, can […]