Pet Travel: How to Clear Airport Security with a Pet

You and your pet are traveling in the cabin of an airplane together. You have checked in at the reservation desk, your pet is lying down in their airline compliant pet carrier, you have tickets and possessions in hand. Everything is going according to plan. You proceed to the TSA security checkpoint. As you wait in the line, you wonder – what is coming next? How will TSA officials deal with your furry traveling companion?

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Pet Passport – what is it? Why does your pet need one? How much will it cost?

The term “pet passport” was originally popularized in the European Union (EU) where dog, cat or ferret owners could get a blue pet passport from their veterinarian under the Pet Travel Scheme and travel freely through the EU member countries. … Continue reading

Pet Travel: Why Temperatures Matter

Photo by Naomi Salome: Pexels.com So, it’s time to travel with your pet. Whether your trip is planned or unexpected, why should you understand that temperatures matter? Simply put, extreme weather outside your door, at any place you stop along the … Continue reading

US Department of Transportation Expands Pet Airline Incident Reporting

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT)?recently passed regulations important to helping pet owners to choose a safe airline with a reliable record to transport their pets. Until now, a limited number of airlines had to file yearly reports on … Continue reading

New Ruling on Dog Rabies Vaccination Requirements for Entry to the US

The United States (US) is one of the most pet friendly countries in the world. Dog passports need only to document proof of rabies vaccination at least 30 days prior to entering the country. Presently, dog owners and importers transporting … Continue reading