Pet Travel to Germany

Name: Martin Wirtz
Email: teemwirtz@me.com
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: bird
Pet Breed: cockatiel
From: USA
To: Germany

We are a military family moving to Germany. We need information on importing our pet cockatiel and how your services may help us.

Thank you,

Martin

 

 

Hi Martin,

Thanks for the question. Here is some info about moving birds to Germany to get you started.

If you have any other questions about moving pets to Germany  you can check our website or contact us for a free quote. We'd be happy to help you sort everything out!

 

 

Name: Rob
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Cat
From: Northern Ireland
To: Frankfurt, Germany

 

I'm looking to move my cat from Northern Ireland to Frankfurt and keep reading contradictory info. I'm just looking for some help on the best airline to travel with and what my cat should have as far as passports or vaccinations.

Thanks,

Rob
 

 

Hi Rob,

These are the pet import requirements for Germany. You'll need to visit the vet and secure a few basic documents, and as far as airlines we recommend a pet-friendly carrier like KLM or Lufthansa.

Please let us know if you're interested in a free quote or simply more information -- we'd be happy to help. Good luck!

Name: Lory
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Toy Pomeranian
From: Savannah, GA
To: Germany

 

Hello. I am totally new to this whole pet traveling abroad, and have been getting a complete runaround with what is needed for my dog to come into Germany. If you could please help me, that would be great. Step by step would help a lot -- we are military, and are PCSing into Germany.

Thanks,

Lory
 

 

Hi Lory,

Thanks for contacting us! It's definitely normal to feel overwhelmed at the beginning of the pet moving process -- none of this is exactly intuitive. Here are the pet relocation requirements for Germany, and if you'd like to find out more about the services we offer, you can take advantage of our free quote form and we'll get back to you with an estimate.

If you decide to handle the move yourself, we advise that you look over these requirements carefully, allow plenty of time to carry out the process, and be sure to choose a pet-friendly airline.

Good luck and let us know if you have more questions!

Name: Doreen
Number of Pets: 2
Pet Type: Dogs
Pet Breed: Shih Tzu
From: Germany
To: USA

We recently moved to Germany from the US. We would like to travel back with our two dogs to the US for vacation. What do I require to bring my dogs back to Germany? We will only be gone for 10 days.

Thanks
Doreen



Hi Doreen,


Thanks for contacting us with your question. These are the pet import requirements for the United States and the pet import requirements for Germany. Make sure your vaccinations are up-to-date, and you'll need to once again have the correct health documents signed and verified within 10 days of departure.

While it sounds like you're experienced travelers, we normally suggest that pet owners avoid booking long flights for their dogs if possible (it may not be worth the time, effort and stress to go through the experience of flying if it's for a quick vacation rather than a permanent relocation).

Please contact us if you have any more questions, Doreen, and good luck with whatever you decide!

Name: Silvia
Number of Pets: 2
Pet Type: Cat
From: Dublin
To: Canary Islands

I am considering moving for eight months  to a year from Dublin, Ireland to Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain. Aerlingus does not accept any pets in cabin, nor in cargo. I was thinking about taking a longer route and going through Germany with two or three stops, but that sounds too long for the cats to be comfortable. What would be my options? Also, they are Irish cats, would they suffer too much in the hot weather?


Thanks,
Silvia


Hi Silvia,

Thanks for your question! First, there are a few pet travel misconceptions it may be helpful to address. It's easy to assume that cabin travel is always preferable to cargo travel, but in fact this isn't the case. Cabin travel can be noisy and stressful for pets, while being placed in the temperature-controlled cargo area run by a pet-friendly airline tends to offer a less confusing experience. Also, it's often assumed that direct flights are best, but in fact we often schedule a few shorter flights so that pets have a chance to take breaks at pet-relief areas.

In terms of the climate in the Canary Islands, that's an issue that's best to discuss with your vet.

Good luck with whatever decisions you make, Silvia! You're certainly welcome to contact us with more questions, and we also have a free quote form if you're interested in finding out more about the cost of our services.

Thanks,
Clifford


Hi Clifford,

Thank you for contacting us with your question. It sounds like you have some good travel experience, but just in case here are the pet import requirements for the US for your review. Also, we'd be happy to offer you an estimate for our door-to-door services -- simply fill out our free quote form and we'll get back to you soon.

Thanks again, and good luck with everything!

Name: Elizabeth
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Mixed 70 lb Lab
From: Houston, TX
To: Baku, Azerbaijan

I am going to be flying my 70 lb dog on a Lufthansa flight from Houston, changing planes in Frankfurt, Germany, then going on to Baku, Azerbaijan. Can you please help me with what EXACT paperwork I will need for the entire flight? I keep reading many different requirements from various sites, and they seem to be different. Are all the travel forms the same for travel? Any help you would give is greatly appreciated. I'm planning on leaving at the end of January.

Thanks,
Elizabeth




Hi Elizabeth,

Thanks for the question! These are the pet import requirements for Azerbaijan, as well as some information from our site about transiting through Frankfurt. In terms of paperwork, you can download the APHIS 7001 from our site.

Let us know if you have any more questions -- we're happy to help!

Name: Katya
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Cat
Pet Breed: Torty
From: Houston, TX
To: Berlin, Germany

I will be moving to Berlin, Germany by the middle of March 2012. I'd like to know whether I will have enough time to prepare my cat for the move; also which airlines should I fly and how much it will cost to fulfill all of the requirements, and how much will you charge to undertake the move of my pet for me? What are the conditions of travel for my pet with your service?

Thanks,
Katya



Hi Katya,

Thanks for getting in touch with us, we'd be happy to help you sort out your upcoming move! First, take a look at the pet import requirements for Germany. It is a good idea to start the process soon, and we'd be happy to offer you a free quote if you're interested in hiring us to help out. We look forward to hearing from you!

Thanks,
Tiffany


Hi Tiffany,

Thanks for your question! Here are the pet import requirements for the United States. This is one of the easier countries to import pets, and yes, you will need a microchip. We recommend a pet-friendly airline such as KLM, Lufthansa or Continental, and for more information about possible routes, costs and and other travel concerns, please contact PetRelocation.com for a free quote. Good luck with everything!

Name: Una
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: German Wirehaired Pointer
From: Germany
To: UK

Hi, I plan to import a puppy next year around May 2012. I'm fully aware of what is required by law for travel, but not sure how many airports accept the import of domestic pets. I can't seem to find a list. Your help is much appreciated.

Thanks,
Una



Hi Una,

We've been following the topic of pet travel to the UK pretty closely lately because they're set to relax their import requirements beginning Jan. 1, 2012. Take a look at our latest blog post regarding this issue (clarifying the new pet import rules to the UK), where we outline the UK airports to which you can import pets (hint: LHR, LGW, MAN, BRS and DSA).

Thanks for the question, and feel free to contact us if you need anything else!

Name: Matthew
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Siberian Husky
From: United States
To: Germany


Can we relocate a puppy without the Rabbies Vaccine?

Thanks,
Matthew




Hi Matthew,

Thanks for your question! It's important to put your dog's safety first, thus we'd advise that you wait to fly. It's our company policy not to relocate puppies until they are at least four months old. They're old enough to get a rabies vaccine by then, and they're generally better able to deal with the traveling experience.

Beyond that, here are the pet import requirements for Germany. Take a look at the information out there, and please contact us if you have any more questions. Good luck with everything!

Name: Stefania
Number of Pets: 4
Pet Type: 2 dogs, 2 cats
Pet Breed: 12 year-old-male lab/basset mix, one 3 year-old male Shih Tzu/Maltese, two Longhair Domestic Cats
From: USA
To: Germany

I read about the travel documents, but do we also need a blood test like the one required for Ireland, for example?

Thanks so much for your help,
Stefania


Hi Stefania,

These are the pet import requirements for Germany. Take a look and you'll see that you need a few vaccines and documents but a titer test is not required.

Hopefully this helps you plan your upcoming move. Have a great trip and please contact us if we can help with anything else!

Name: Liz
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Rottweiler
From: USA
To: Germany



Can I send an 8-week-old puppy to Germany without getting a Rabies shot?


Thanks,
Liz




Hi Liz,

Thanks for your question! Because the health of a pet should come first when planning a move, it's our company policy not to relocate puppies until they are at least four months old. They're old enough to get a rabies vaccine by then, and they're generally better able to deal with the traveling experience.

Here are the pet import requirements for Germany. Take a look at the information out there, and please contact us if you have any more questions. Good luck with all future traveling!

Name: Iv
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Golden Retriever
From: USA
To: Bulgaria through Germany

Hello,
I cannot understand something about rabies vaccinations and importing dogs in Europe. I found some information for importing pets to Bulgaria on the site of the Bulgarian Embassy in London, but should the vaccine be given "within the last 12 months AND minimum of 4 weeks before arrival" or is it "within the last 12 months OR minimum of 4 weeks before arrival"? We plan to travel in the beginning of November. Our vaccination was done in 2009 - more than year ago. We will redo it now but what about this ONE MONTH regulation?

Thanks for your assistance,
Iv.


Hi Iv,

Thanks for the question! The details surrounding pet moves can definitely be confusing, so hopefully we can clarify this issue. Simply, in order to move your pet to Bulgaria, you will need to wait at least a month from the time of the rabies vaccine. (It needs to fall within that stated time period -- more than a month, but less than a year.)

Hopefully this answers your question. Please contact us if you need any more help, and good luck!

Name: Rama
Number of Pets: 3
Pet Type: Two cats and a dog
Pet Breed: Mixed breed
From: India
To: Germany

Hello, I would like to take the cats in the cabin and the dog in cargo sometime in January of next year. What are the things I will have to do in order to bring them to Germany without any problems?

Thanks,
Rama



Hi Rama,

Thanks for the question! These are the pet import requirements for Germany. It's important to start preparing for the trip as soon as you can by securing the correct pet travel crates, health certificates and vaccinations.

Be sure to make reservations with a pet-friendly airline, too, and if you have any questions about anything, don't hesitate to contact one of our Pet Relocation Specialists for a free quote. Good luck with the trip!

Name: Mary
Number of Pets: 2
Pet Type: Cats
Pet Breed: American Short haired
From: North Carolina
To: Frankfurt, Germany

I am in the process of shipping my daughter's two cats to her in Germany. I plan to ship them out of Charlotte and she will pick them up in Frankfurt, Germany. She is working for the DOD in Bamberg. They have already received the ISO microchip and the rabies vaccine. They go back to the vet on October 13th to get their certificates. My concern is for the USDA endorsement. How should that be handled? I would like to ship them on October the 14th but I don't know if that is possible. Any information you can give me on this matter would be appreciated.

Thank You,
Mary

It's hard to say exactly how long it will take the USDA to return your paperwork to you, but it's best to have at least a couple of days to spare. Your proposed deadline is cutting it pretty close, as we usually provide a pre-paid FedEx envelope and allow at least a few days to receive the USDA documents back. You may need to try to reschedule either your vet appointment or departure date, or plan to board the cats for a night or two until the paperwork comes back.

Please contact us if you have more questions about importing pets to Germany, and good luck with everything!

Name: Dennis
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Labrador
From: USA
To: Germany

Our puppy is five weeks old. Moving him to Germany would require different vaccines at least four weeks before the travels, but since he is so young, it's not possible to vaccinate him that early. Are there any exceptions for young puppies concerning the required vaccinations?

Thanks in advance,
Dennis

Hi Dennis,

These are the pet import requirements for Germany. You can double check with the proper government offices, but yes, in our experience you'll need to wait until your dog is old enough to be vaccinated before making this trip.

Talk to your vet about any safety issues you're concerned about, and contact us if you have any more questions. Good luck and happy travels!

Name: Rali
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Dog
Pet Breed: Shih Tzu
From: Malaysia
To: Gemany

Dear Sir/ Madam,

I would like to ask you exactly what documents are needed for traveling from Malaysia to Germany. Do pets need the blood titer test? I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks in advance.

Regards,
Rali



Hi Rali,

Here are the pet import requirements for Germany. A titer test is not necessary, but you will need an updated rabies vaccine as well as a health certificate, among other things.

Contact us if you have any more questions about your move, and thanks for the question.