International pet travel, made clearer
Find the information you need for your pet’s next chapter. Search a country or topic, or choose a section below to explore at your own pace.
01 · Prepare for the journey
New to international pet travel? Begin with the planning checklist, then understand the documents to discuss with your veterinarian.
Planning
A practical starting point for planning an international dog or cat journey: route, veterinary preparation, documents, flight arrangements and arrival.
Read this guide: Your International Pet Travel Planning ChecklistDocuments
Understand the difference between veterinary records, destination health certificates and USDA endorsement when taking a pet abroad from the United States.
Read this guide: International Pet Health Certificates: What to Prepare02 · Explore your destination
Choose a country or region to understand what to ask before booking. Each guide clearly explains which pets and routes it covers and links to official requirements.
Destinations
Plan pet travel to England, Scotland or Wales with a checklist for identification, rabies records, documents, approved routes and arrival arrangements.
Read this guide: Taking a Dog or Cat to Great BritainDestinations
A starting guide for EU pet travel: microchip and rabies sequence, origin-dependent testing, entry documents and destination-specific planning.
Read this guide: Taking a Dog or Cat to the European UnionDestinations
Understand Japan’s preparation sequence for dogs and cats from non-designated regions, including antibody testing, the waiting period and advance notification.
Read this guide: Taking a Dog or Cat to Japan: Plan the Timeline FirstDestinations
A planning overview for dogs entering Australia from Group 3 countries, with attention to eligibility, the official preparation guide and quarantine arrangements.
Read this guide: Taking a Dog to Australia: Preparation and QuarantineDestinations
Plan a dog’s entry or return to the U.S. by checking its six-month country history, vaccination situation, CDC requirements and other applicable rules.
Read this guide: Bringing a Dog Into the United States03 · Get a clearer answer
Explore the details of our two travel options and the practical questions that come up when preparing a pet’s move.
Personally Coordinated Transport brings together planning, documentation guidance, airline and airport arrangements, and pickup or delivery as needed, without a Pet Commute escort. White Glove Assisted Transport adds a dedicated travel professional to accompany your pet. The team reviews which method is suitable for the animal and route.
Compare both transport optionsYes. Include the number of animals in your quote request and provide details for each one. Species, size, records, containers and movement category need individual review. Do not assume that pets traveling together have identical preparation or acceptance requirements.
Request a quote for your petsIn-cabin travel must be suitable for your pet and accepted on the specific airline and route. An assisted transport request does not by itself confirm cabin acceptance. Share your pet’s details and carrier measurements so the team can review the available method before arrangements are confirmed.
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