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Safe Pet Transport to Canada

Are you planning to move to Canada from South Africa with your pet? Keringa-Petwings can help you navigate all the necessary regulations and make the entire process safe and hassle-free.

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Pet Transport to Canada

Transporting pets to Canada without expert advice is challenging due to all the complex regulations and documentation required, including vaccinations, microchipping, and health certificates. Additionally, navigating airline policies and ensuring the pet’s comfort and safety during travel can be overwhelming without expert guidance.

Keringa-Petwings can assist with the following important requirements:

  • Documentation for Pet Travel to Canada

    As the pet owner, you must complete a written declaration stating that your pet is being transported for non-commercial purposes. To enter Canada, your pet must also have a pet passport or a Common Veterinary Entry Document. This document, issued by any veterinarian, confirms that your pet has been vaccinated and has undergone a veterinary examination. Your pet will also need a health certificate confirming it is fit and healthy to travel.

  • Veterinary Health Certificates

    Your pet will need a health certificate stating that it is fit and healthy to travel. This certificate should be valid for at least 10 days from the date of issue by the vet until the date of travel. A new health certificate is needed each time your pet travels. This certificate, which you can obtain from your vet, should include:
    • Results of antibody and blood tests.
    • Proof of Rabies vaccination.
    • Confirmation of internal and external parasite treatments.

  • Blood Tests, Microchipping & Vaccinations

    Pets require a Rabies Neutralising Antibodies Titration Test before entry into Canada. This can only be done by an authorised vet and needs to be completed at least 31 days after Rabies vaccination. Once the blood draw is complete and sent to an approved laboratory, travel can only be completed 90 days after the blood draw date.

    Before entering Canada, your pet must be microchipped. The microchip must be implanted before any annual vaccinations, as vaccinations given before microchipping are not recognised. According to Canadian regulations, only a registered veterinarian can implant the microchip and administer these vaccinations.

    Additionally, your pet will need specific internal and external parasite treatments before departure, which must be documented on your veterinary health certificate.

  • Customs Clearance & Quarantine

    For all pet travel exports to Canada, SARS customs clearance is required. Proof of this clearance must be provided to the airline along with your pets on their departure date. Keringa-Petwings will manage the entire customs clearance process for you, ensuring all export requirements are fully met. Each Canadian province may have specific quarantine regulations, but generally, your pet won’t have to be quarantined upon arrival in Canada as long as you comply with all the above health and documentation requirements.

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Canada Pet Transport FAQs

You’ll generally need a health certificate, vaccination records, and an import permit. The specific requirements may vary depending on the species of your pet and the province you’re moving to.

Canada generally does not require quarantine for pets, but it’s essential to have all documents in order to avoid any issues.

Pets must be at least 3 months old to be eligible for entry into Canada.

Your pet must have up-to-date vaccinations, including a Rabies vaccination at least 30 days old but not more than one year old.

Yes, all pets must be microchipped before they can leave South Africa.

If a pet arrives at the border and does not meet Canada’s import requirements, the situation will be reviewed, and a decision will be made regarding the animal’s eligibility to enter Canada. Depending on the facts of the case and the non-compliance with requirements, the animal may be ordered to be removed from Canada, fines may be applied, or legal actions may be pursued.

Yes, dogs must meet specific import requirements, which depend on various factors such as the country of origin, the dog’s age, the purpose of the import, and whether or not the dog will be accompanied by the owner to Canada.

Airlines may require additional documentation or have additional requirements when travelling with an animal by air. Check with your airline to determine what requirements are needed for your situation. You’ll also want to do some preparations in advance, such as finding the appropriately sized crate and training your pet to its new surroundings.

A pet passport is a collection of all the essential documents you need to travel with your pet. It includes identification details, vaccination records, and health certificates, among other things. It serves as proof that your pet is fit and healthy to enter Canada.

The cost of obtaining a pet passport for Canada can vary based on several factors, including veterinary fees, administrative fees, additional treatments, and import permits for exotic pets and birds. That is where Keringa can help.

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