There are many thing to consider when transporting your pet, especially when your pet is traveling internationally. Paperwork, possible quarantine, vaccinations and airline requirements are just a few factors. Also, your pet?s safety and the overall costs involved are important. Many countries require that specific steps to be taken prior to the pet transport which can be time consuming and very confusing.

Before you decide whether to hire a professional pet transporter, consider these advantages:

• Knowledge of the country requirements to import a pet.
• Experience with finding the safest and most efficient flights and routing for your pet.
• Provision of delivery and door-to-door service if needed.
• Preparation of all paperwork including import permits.
• The transition of pets to different airlines or airports.
• The provision of kenneling services.
• Assistance with clearing customs.

With many resources available such as the internet, we are in the age of ?DIY? (do it yourself) but there are times when hiring a professional with experience in transporting animals makes good sense. Below is a list of factors to consider before you make your decision.

Pet Safety:

Without being properly prepared for travel, your pet can be stranded in a foreign country, held in quarantine, returned to its original location or put down. All of these actions are at the expense of the owner and the costs can be significant, not to mention the anguish and upset to both the pet and owner.

Time is Money:

Regardless if you are relocating for work, pleasure or military purposes, you most likely have a million things to do.  Can you imagine the stress of preparing to move your family and belongings while preparing for a new place? Just consider the added stress in preparing your pet for transportl as well. For most travelers, this is just not a possibility. A pet transport company can handle all of the legwork for you while you can concentrate on other priorities.

Expertise in Special Circumstances:

Do you have a large breed of dog? How about an older animal, exotic animal or a brachycephalic (snub-nosed) breed? These types of animals can present more challenges. One quick search on the internet can get your head spinning trying to find the best possible way to transport your pet. Instead of being misguided by false information, leave these special circumstances to the pros.

 Don?t Believe Everything You Read:

The internet is a great resource, but can also provide conflicting and incorrect information. Picture preparing all of your documents for an international transport and when you arrive at the airport counter they tell you that your paperwork is expired, incorrect or just plain wrong. This is a nightmare that can be avoided by hiring the services of a professional. Also, keep in mind that most documents must be completed and endorsed within a certain time frame. Don?t be a victim of incorrect information.

If you decide that a pet transporter can assist in moving your pet, you can get a free quote here: www.pettraveltransport.com .