PetRelocation is a unique company that operates remotely. As you start your workday from your location, you can feel the passion and dedication of your colleagues, who share your love for pets and commitment to providing exceptional service. Though there…
This blog post was updated on March 3, 2020, to reflect the most recent information we have on summer airline embargoes.
Transporting pets during the summer can be a little extra challenging due to the possibility of high temperatures and resulting airline…
Last reviewed and updated on September 14
TLDR: Only if your dog has been in a CDC-listed high-risk country for dog rabies in the last 6 months and was vaccinated abroad. The titer blood draw must happen at least 30 days after the…
Last reviewed and updated on September 14
TLDR: Every dog entering the US needs a CDC Dog Import Form, to be at least 6 months old, and to be microchipped. A dog from a CDC-listed high-risk country needs extra rabies documentation and…
Last reviewed and updated on September 14 2026
TLDR: China is a CDC high-risk country for dog rabies, so the requirements depend on where your dog was vaccinated. Dogs vaccinated in the US follow one path; dogs vaccinated in China follow another.…
TLDR: Sedating a pet for a long-haul flight to Japan is not recommended by most veterinarians and is prohibited or strongly discouraged by most airlines. At altitude, sedated animals have reduced ability to regulate balance and cardiovascular function, and respiratory…
Flying Pets Separately From Their Owners
Yes, a cat can usually fly without traveling on the same plane as the owner. For a move like Hawaii to New York, the cat would normally travel as air cargo or through an…
Flying Internationally with Restricted Dog Breeds
Flying internationally with a restricted dog breed can be possible, but it takes more planning than a standard pet move. The biggest issue is that the term restricted breed does not mean just one…
