Happy Tails Travel Inc. Offers Tips for International Documentation on Pet Moves

    TUCSON, AZ, December 03, 2014 /24-7PressRelease/ -- According to Happy Tails Travel, it is never too soon to start planning for an international move with your pet(s). Documentation needs vary, depending on the different requirements of the various destination countries. For most pet owners, the first step should be to talk to an accredited veterinarian. Some vets will be able to help pet owners through the process; however, not all vets are familiar with the requirements for overseas destinations so owners should check that their vet has the necessary experience and can work with them. Requirements may include: health certificates, updated vaccinations, disease testing and the review and endorsement of documents.

An alternative is to work with a professional travel consultant, such as Happy Tails Travel Inc. Steps involved include:

- Researching documents, tests, vaccinations and inspections required by the destination country and deadlines for completion
- Developing a timeline for each document, obtaining and completing it
- Checking that pet import or export information is up to date
- Researching which airline the pet will travel on; each airline has specific qualifications for animal travel
- Making adequate copies of paperwork for every person or agency involved
- Ensuring original documents travel with the pet
- Ensuring forms are accurately completed and reviewed and that nothing is missing that might delay travel plans
- Ensuring completed documents are present for airline personnel and customs agents to check

"Unplanned delays due to incomplete or missing paperwork can be extremely costly and also traumatic for both pets and their owners," says Bridget Monrad of Happy Tails Travel. "It is important to give owners peace of mind and to ensure that the family pet and the crate are prepared for a safe relocation with the most direct flight, along with the logistics of transportation to and from the airport."

Happy Tails Travel provides one-to-one assistance throughout the process. Hiring an experienced pet travel consultant is the best way to ensure a safe and comfortable move for owners and pets alike.

Click here for more information or call 800-323-1718 or 520-299-3315 to discuss how we can help ensure a successful relocation and to obtain a no-obligation, no cost estimate.

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