In celebration of National Dog Day, here is a great article for pet-lovers moving with their pets

In celebration of National Dog Day, here is a great article for pet-lovers moving with their pets. This article will provide a checklist of things to do to see that your pets are happy and healthy.

Because pets have an instinctive fear of new surroundings, pet owners want to help them adjust quickly. This article will provide a checklist of things to do to see that your pets will be happy–courtesy of Stevens Worldwide Van Lines. Pre-planning for the transfer of your pet, as well as for your household goods, should begin as soon as you know you are going to move. This article covers the following topics:

• Pre-Planning
• State and Local Regulations
• Health
• Identification
• Transportation
• Birds and Small Caged Pets
• Tropical Fish
• Horses and Ponies
• Unusual Pets
• A New Veterinarian
• At Home in the New Home

Pre-Planning

This is the key to an easier transfer, regardless of the mode of transportation chosen. Travel arrangements should be completed as far in advance of moving day as is practical, keeping departure day tasks to a minimum. One person in the family should assume responsibility for the pet. Be sure to discuss the transfer of your pet with your travel agent. Your agent can help you select the best way to transfer your pet, offer helpful suggestions, and assist with, or take care of, any necessary shipping arrangements. The agent may recommend a pet handling agency that will take care of all the details of shipping pets, including boarding, pick-up, and delivery. Costs vary according to services rendered.
General Checklist

1. Take pet to veterinarian for checkup and health documentsapply for entry permit if one is needed; inquire about sedation for pet; obtain pet’s health record; schedule second visit to vet if necessary; ask your vet to recommend a colleague in the new city.
2. Obtain travel identification tag.
3. Check destination state’s pet entry regulations.

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