01243 842832 As of 3rd July 2004, dogs and cats travelling within the EU can do so with an accompanying PETS Passport.
For a passport to be issued, the following procedures must take place [in this order]:
- Step 1: Microchip Identification
- Step 2: Rabies vaccination
In addition, for animals that are to return to the UK:
- Step 3: 2nd Rabies Vaccination 2 weeks after the first [advised but not mandatory]
- Step 4: Blood test for rabies antibody level, approximately 4 weeks after the first rabies vaccination. If antibody levels are adequate, the animal is allowed to enter the UK but not before 6 months after the date of blood sampling.
- Step 5: Treatment for ticks and intestinal worms by a veterinary surgeon with approved products 24 to 48 hours before return to the UK. A record of this treatment must be entered in the Passport.
For the passport to remain valid, a rabies booster vaccination must be given before the “valid until” date of the last rabies vaccination. This is usually a 3 year interval.
Costs (as at February 2010)
- Microchip placement £22.00
- 1st Rabies Vaccination [minimum age 3 months] £42.75
- 2nd Rabies Vaccination [2 weeks later] £26.35
- Blood Test – 4 weeks after first Rabies Vaccination £75.00
- Issue of PETS Passport £46.05
Health Risks:
- Babesiosis – advise use of Advantix monthly
- Ehrlichiosis – advise use of Advantix monthly
- Heartworm – advise use Advocate monthly
- Leishmaniasis – Sandfly repellent – Advantix every 2 weeks in high risk areas
- Lungworm – advise use of Advocate monthly
These health risks can be discussed in more detail, if required, at the time of vaccination.
However, the attached map may help to give clients travelling to Europe an idea of where the greatest risks are. Please click on this link: Canine Vector Borne Disease Risk Map
TheBritish Veterinary Association Animal Welfare Foundation also publish a very useful guide to Taking Your Pets Abroad
Further information on the Pet Travel Scheme can be obtained from:
- PETS Helpline on 0870 241 1710
- Fax: 020 7904 6834
- Follow this link to visit the website.
