It appears that the deaths of seven puppies in the cargo hold of an American Airlines jet earlier this month has incited a request from 3 senators to refind the word “animal” to include commercially bred and show dogs. Airline pet cargo safety records need to be more accurate so that pet travelers can make wise decisions regarding their pets airline cargo travel for their pets.
Continue readingTaking your pit bull to Denmark? Think again. Denmark recently passed a ban on 13 breeds of dangerous dogs. This may mark the beginning of a trend to increase the list of banned breeds to all EU countries.
Continue readingNeed to travel with a pet by air? Following simple steps can save you both a lot of stress and heartache. Preparation is the key…
Continue readingA recent incident at Laguardia Airport has caused Continental to re-evaluate its pet policy for transporting certain breeds in cargo in its Safe Pets Program.
Continue readingWe have recently launched Pet Travel’s forum, and we want you to be a part of it. Have you traveled with your pet recently? Our visitors would love to hear about your experiences. Help us make this a premier resource for people traveling worldwide with pets.
Continue readingStarting in July, 2011, all EU countries will require that your pet have a microchip and all documentation supporting the microchip number to permit entry. Some EU countries will accept all major brands of microchips and others will only accept the 15 digit ISO microchips.
Continue readingPet travel to England needs to be budgeted. Costs for taking a pet to England are significant. Be sure and plan when taking a pet to England.
Continue readingAirline pet travel in the cabin of the aircraft does not have to be stressful if you follow some simple rules. Make sure that your pet does not exceed the limits for in cabin travel. Make a reservation. Choose an airline compliant carrier. Get your pet a check up. Keep your pet in their carrier. These simple rules and a few more can make for a safe and comfortable trip in the cabin of an airplane.
Continue readingIt used to be hit or miss as to whether your pet could travel in the cabin with you as a Comfort Animal. These animals have never been given the status of Service Animals until now. Many signature airlines have signed a letter from the Department of Transportation that will allow Comfort Animals to travel in the cabin with their owners with authorization from a medical professional.
Continue readingThe UK Pet Travel Scheme celebrates 10th Anniversary. This program allows pets traveling to the UK to avoid quarantine.
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