Whether transporting your pet domestically or overseas, there are three main concerns
that you need to consider:
- Size of crate
- Health regualtions
- Making the journey stress-free for you pet
At Animal Travel, it is our job to help you meet each of these concerns.
Size of Crate:
You will need to correctly size your pet so we can correctly size the crate
that the animal will travel in.
Remember, there must be space for the animal to sit, stand and turn around.
We will need four measurements:
Length:
Measure you pet from the tip of it's nos to the tip of it's rump in a straight line. Do
not include the tail in your measurement.
See "A" in figure above
Height:
Measure your pet from the floor to the top of it's head, whilst standing. Incluide
the pet's ears in this measurement.
See "B" in figure above
Width:
You will need to measure your pet's width accross it's shoulders. This will
give use tha ability to determine what it's turning space will be.
See "C" in figure above
Weight:
You will need to give an indication of your pet's weight. Your vet can help with this.
Health Regulations:
Ensure your pet currently vaccinated. Your vet can supply you with a record card for easy reference.
Except in the case of very young animals, your pet should not be fed for twelve hours prior to travel
and should be exercised before being crated.
As a general rule, animals do not require sedation, but if you feel that this is necessary, we urge you
to seek veterinary advice on appropriate dosages.
Remember - animals must be able to stand, drink and be comfortable in their travel crate.
Making the journey stress-free for your pet:
In some instance it is advisable to allow your pet used to a crate prior to it's trip.
Providing your pet with a favourite blanket or toy to travel with is a good idea.
We undertake to plan your pet's journey so that it's time in transit is minimal.
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