Changes to the Pet Travel Scheme
It will soon be much easier to travel with your pet. Defra has announced that from 1st January 2012, the rules for pets (dogs, cats, and ferrets) entering or re-entering the UK under the Pet Travel Scheme will change. These changes are being made to bring the UK into line with the EU pet movement scheme.
Dogs, cats and pet ferrets entering or re-entering the UK from an EU and certain listed non-EU countries (eg USA and Australia) must:
- Be microchipped
- Be vaccinated against rabies
- Have waited 21 days after vaccination before entering
- Have an EU pet passport
The current requirement to perform a blood test 21 days after vaccination followed by a six month waiting period will no longer be required.
There will also no longer be a requirement for pets to be treated for ticks before their arrival in the UK although we would strongly recommend that you continue to do so for the health of your pets. The UK is still in discussion with the EU about continued controls on tapeworms for pets.
Please click on the link below for more information or contact your local branch of Cinque Ports Veterinary Associates:
Website: www.defra-gov.uk/pets |
