Pet Policy: Queen Mary 2
For forms, instructions and information for taking a pet aboard the Queen Mary 2, CLICK HERE.
ROUTES:
New York, United States to Southampton, England
Southampton, England to New York, United States
NOTE: The kennels aboard the QM2 book quickly and availabilty is limited through 2010.
The Queen Mary 2 accepts the carriage of pet animals. The cost of transportation will be given to you at the time
you make your own booking.
The ship provides 12 deluxe kennels and a full time "pet master" to provide care for your pet. Be sure to book early as kennel space is limited.
Pets must remain in the kennels or in the adjacent exercise area. Frequent times are available for owners to visit their pet.
Cunard's "Pets on Deck" program, including adding a range of pet-friendly services and amenities such as fresh-baked
biscuits at turn-down;a choice of beds and blankets; and even a QM2-logoed coat. As part of the enhanced program,
traveling dogs and cats also receive a complimentary gift pack featuring a QM2-logoed coat, Frisbee, name tag,
food dish and scoop; a complimentary portrait with pet owners; a crossing certificate and personalized cruise card.
Pets entering the UK must comply with the rules of the Pet Scheme. If you are traveling on to Le Havre
then different rules apply. Please note that animals cannot travel unaccompanied.
HELPFUL TIPS - TRAVELING WITH A PET ON A CRUISE SHIP OR A FERRY
HEALTH CERTIFICATE
A certificate of good health is required indicating that the pet is healthy enough for travel, is free of diseases communicable to humans and has been properly vaccinated.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
In mmany cases, your destination will be another country on the ferry or cruise line, and it will be necessary that you have
the proper documents to enter that country with your pet. Most countries have their own version of a veterinary certificate,
sometimes called a Zoo Sanitary Certificate. In addition, some countries require an import permit.
These forms are available here: http://www.pettravelstore.com/store-pet-immigration-forms1.html.
COLD WEATHER RESTRICTIONS
When the weather is very cold the Ferry Line may not be able to accommodate your pet in one of the pet crates located on the deck of the ship.
TRANSPORTING YOUR PET ABOARD SHIP
Each cruise and ferry line has different rules regarding the method of transporting pets aboard the ship.
PET CRATES
If the ferry line allows you to transport the pet in your own automobile or in your own pet crate, you will need to have
a suitable pet crate. The pet crate must meet certain standards of quality and construction in order to be taken aboard ship.
To learn more about compliant pet crates, visit this page: http://www.pettravel.com/passports_container_requirements.cfm.
To find the best size crate for your pet, go to http://www.pettravelstore.com/store-pet-airline-cargo-crates.html.
MORE TIPS FOR PET CRUISE SHIP AND FERRY TRAVEL
1. Never give your pet a medical (prescription) sedative prior to traveling on a ferry or cruise ship. If you have a hyper or nervous pet, then give it a natural relaxing agent such as HAPPY TRAVELER.
2. Always purchase your pet carrier well in advance of your trip so that the pet can get used to it.
3. Be sure to tell the cruise or ferry line you will be traveling with a pet as they impose restrictions on the number of pets on a specific sailing.
4. Even though sea travel may be stressful both you and your pet, both of you will be happier if your pet gets to travel with you on your trip.
For forms, instructions and information for taking a pet aboard a P&O Ferries, CLICK HERE.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about traveling with your pet send your question to info@PetTravel.com or post them to our blog.
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