Plan Ahead for a Safe and Stress-Free Pet Move

Proper planning is essential when moving with your pet to ensure their safety and comfort. Start by selecting a well-fitted travel kennel that provides security and ease during transit. If your pet requires medications or specialty food, pack them in advance to avoid any disruptions.

Additionally, prepare a folder with emergency contact information to accompany your pet throughout the journey. These simple yet crucial steps will help ensure a smooth, safe, and reliable pet transport experience.

Checklist: Essential Things Not to Forget When Moving Your Pet

• Pet must be between 8 weeks old up to 11 years old to travel safely.
• Kennel must be made of rigid plastic (travel safe), wire cages not permitted. The kennel must be spacious enough to allow the animal to stand, turn around and lie down in a natural position.
• A picture of the pet inside the kennel
• Absorbent material placed at the bottom of the cage.
• Include two (2) empty plastic containers (one (1) for food and another one (1) for water).
• It is suggested not to feed the animal within two hours of the flight departure
• Vaccination records
• Identification - on Collar and/or Microchip
• Emergency Contact Info
• A health certificate issued by the veterinary and validated by the Agriculture authorities in Canada. Certificate is only valid for a period of 10 days. Please visit www.inspection.gc.ca for additional details.