Can I ship a dog to the UK?

Pet Import Requirements for the UK The order in which these requirements must be completed is: Microchip (implanted and scanned before rabies vaccine administration) Rabies Vaccination and Certificate (at least 21 days old before final vet visit) Rabies Antibody Titer Test (if coming from an unlisted country)



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  1. STEP 1: Identification with microchip. ...
  2. STEP 2: Rabies vaccination. ...
  3. STEP 3: 21-day waiting period (after primary vaccination) ...
  4. STEP 5: Have APHIS endorse (counter-sign and emboss/seal) the UK Health Certificate. ...
  5. STEP 6: Tapeworm (Echinococcus multilocularis) treatment- DOGS ONLY.


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Which UK Airlines Allow Pets In Cabin? The main 3 airlines that allow pets in the cabin are: KLM, Lufthansa and TUI. This only applies for very small pets that weigh less than 8kg and would have to be booked direct through the airline, without the assistance of a pet export company like Fetchapet.

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You need to fill in a declaration if you are not going to sell or transfer the ownership of your pet. Dogs must also usually have a tapeworm treatment. Your pet may be put into quarantine for up to 4 months if you do not follow these rules - or refused entry if you travelled by sea.

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British Airways only allows assistance dogs trained and certified by an organization that is a full member of Assistance Dogs International (ADI) or International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF) to travel in-cabin. Emotional Support Dogs and other pets without certification are ineligible for in-cabin travel.

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Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on trains to and from London or on our Eurostar Sun and Snow routes. However, you can travel with a guide or assistance dog or cat, but you'll need to contact us at least 48 hours before your journey.

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All dogs, cats and ferrets may enter Portugal commercially from EU countries, rabies-free or rabies-controlled countries. Dogs, cats and ferrets from other countries may only enter Portugal with or within 5 days of their owners or their owner's representative. In this case, non-commercial regulations will apply.

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There are three ways you can ship your pet via the airlines:
  1. Your pet can travel on the plane with you (either in-cabin, as accompanied baggage, or as cargo). Your pet will be charged accordingly. ...
  2. You can book your pet on a separate flight. ...
  3. You can have your pet shipped through a licensed commercial shipper.


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Flying a dog in the cabin usually costs between $125 and $200, while the cargo hold is typically over $1000. There are also licensed companies that offer international pet shipping companies — they usually charge between $1000 and $6000.

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We do not carry animals on board any Ryanair flights, except guide/assistance dogs on certain routes. For more info on guide/assistance dogs, please click here.

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Most pet-friendly airlines do not permit travelers to buy their dogs a seat on a plane. Small dogs can typically accompany you in the cabin, however, most airlines require them to remain inside a kennel tucked under the seat in front of you for the entire flight.

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Usually dogs are only allowed to fly in the cabin—known as carry-on pets—if they can comfortably fit in a carrier that you can stow under the seat in front of you. A small number of airlines, including JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Etihad Airways, allow passengers flying with dogs to buy an extra seat for their pet.

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