International Travel
Traveling with your beloved pet can be a daunting task, given that different countries have their own distinct requirements for permits and paperwork. This is particularly true for nations like New Zealand, Japan, Hawaii, and the UK, which boast “rabies-free” status and may mandate several months of meticulous planning before embarking on your journey.
International Travel
Traveling with your beloved pet can be a daunting task, given that different countries have their own distinct requirements for permits and paperwork. This is particularly true for nations like New Zealand, Japan, Hawaii, and the UK, which boast “rabies-free” status and may mandate several months of meticulous planning before embarking on your journey.
To make the process easier, we suggest following these three simple steps before your appointment at Point Grey Veterinary Hospital:
- Contact the embassy or consulate of the country you’re traveling to and inquire about the current importation requirements for pets.
- Speak with the airline you’re planning to use as some may have restrictions on carrying certain breeds of pets or require specific kennels for transport.
- Contact the Canadian Food Inspection Authority (CFIA) for the necessary export documentation, and schedule an appointment with a government veterinarian at the CFIA to sign the certification once it’s completed by your vet.
The CFIA office in Burnaby caters to pets traveling in Vancouver and Richmond, and you can reach them by phone or email.
For complete guidance throughout the process, we recommend contacting Worldwide Animal Travel (www.animaltravel.com/), who can assist with the above steps. For more information on exportation documents, you can visit the CFIA website here.