Permits for cats and dogs
an approved country, you need a permit to import. a country that has not been approved,
your pet will not be allowed into NZ until it has spent 6 months in an approved country
and you can provide a vet certificate.
Can you take your dog from Australia to New Zealand?
Luckily for you,
pets moving from Australia to New Zealand do not need to fulfill a quarantine
. They also don’t need to secure an import permit (but they will still be inspected upon arrival and must show a vet health certificate signed by your vet).
Can you fly to New Zealand with a dog?
Air New Zealand allows domestic pets – cats and dogs (excluding any transported for profit e.g. racing greyhounds) and small caged birds to travel as checked in baggage on all domestic services
.
Do dogs have to quarantine in New Zealand?
All dogs and cats entering New Zealand, except those coming from Australia, must undergo a period of quarantine in an MPI-approved quarantine facility from 10 days to 60 days
. New Zealand requires a quarantine period of 180 days for all dogs and cats entering the country, except for animals coming in from Australia.
How much does it cost to fly a dog internationally?
If your pet qualifies, it can fly for a fee. For travel within the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico, there is a $125 fee each way to carry on your pet.
For international travel or travel to the US Virgin Islands, that fee jumps to $200
. However, if you’re traveling to Brazil, the fee is just $75.
How do I own a dog NZ?
- register your dog with your local council and get it microchipped.
- keep your dog under control at all times.
- ensure your dog is in good physical health and that you meet its natural behavioural needs.
- ensure your dog has food, water and shelter.
What dogs are illegal in NZ?
Banned breeds
The following five breeds cannot be imported into New Zealand:
American Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Brazilian Fila, Japanese Tosa and Perro de Presa Canario
. Other breeds or types of dogs can be added to the list of restricted dogs, but only after an Order in Council is agreed by Parliament.
Can I take a dog on a plane?
Carry-On Pets
Small dogs, cats and household birds can travel in the cabin for a one-way fee, collected at check-in
. They must be able to fit in a small, ventilated pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you.
Can dogs go on flights?
Most airlines will allow you to take a cat or small dog in the cabin for an additional fee
. But you must call the airline well in advance; there are limits to the number of animals allowed in the cabin. If you are transporting your dog, make sure they meet the size requirements.
Where do dogs go on planes?
Though rules vary from airline to airline,
your dog can typically only fly in the cabin—a.k.a. as a carry-on—if they are small enough to fit in a carrier under the seat in front of you
. Any larger than that, and your pup will have to travel in the cargo hold, with the luggage and freight.
How much does it cost to fly a dog from Australia to New Zealand?
Pets, apart from cats and dogs from Australia, need an import permit. * If processing your application takes longer than one-and-a-half hours, additional time will be charged at an
hourly rate of $102.27 excluding GST or $117.61 including GST
.
Can I take my dog to WA?
As a general rule
your pet cat or dog does not require any inspection or specific entry requirements to enter WA
. Quarantine WA does ask that you check your animals fur prior to entry to ensure there are no seeds or burrs attached to their coat that may pose a weed risk to our state.
Can I take my dog to New Zealand from UK?
Dogs and cats being imported to New Zealand from the UK
need to have a primary rabies vaccination at least 6 months before they fly and then a rabies blood sample at least 3 months before they fly
. The rabies vaccination does need to be within 12 months of the flight date. Step 2: Get a flight booked.
Can you bring dogs overseas?
When flying abroad,
your dog can fly in cabin or in the cargo hold
. Cabin is reserved for small dogs that can fit in a travel carrier under the seat. Cargo is for bigger dogs that fly in an airline approved pet carrier or kennel. Many airlines will not let your dog fly in cabin if the flight is over 8 hours.
Can you take pets overseas?
Cats and dogs may only be directly imported to Australia from approved countries
. All testing and treatments must be performed by a government approved veterinarian or official government veterinarian in an approved country. Cats and dogs in non-approved countries cannot be directly imported to Australia.
What happens to a dog in quarantine?
If the dog shows signs of rabies and a veterinarian makes a positive diagnosis during the quarantine, the dog will be euthanized
. If the dog does not have rabies, it will be released to the owner after the 10-day quarantine. If it has not been vaccinated, a vaccine will be administered before release.
Which airline is the most pet friendly?
1.
Alaska Airlines
. Alaska Airlines is the best airline for traveling with a pet. It had among the lowest fees and the most flexible pet policy in terms of what types of pets you can bring.
Is it safe to ship my dog in cargo?
The USDA has since removed public animal welfare documents from its website. Undeniably,
cargo is the more dangerous option for pet travel
. The safest way for any animal to fly is in the cabin as carry-on luggage, provided that’s an option.
Can you ship a dog through FedEx?
A. FedEx Express does not accept live-animal shipments as part of its regular-scheduled service and
does not transport household pets
such as dogs, cats, birds and hamsters.
Do dogs have to be microchipped in NZ?
Microchipping is required for all dogs registered in New Zealand for the first time, with the exception of working farm dogs
. Dogs classified as dangerous or menacing, dogs impounded but not registered and dogs registered but impounded twice are also required to be microchipped.
How much is a dog?
Owning a pet isn’t cheap: In a typical year, the average pet owner spends
between $500 and $1,000
for a dog and more than $600 for a cat. If you’re considering adopting a pet, it’s good to have a handle on the costs involved in year one and beyond.
What happens if you don’t register your dog NZ?
$300 fines
You can be fined $300 if you do not: register your dog.
Are wolfdogs legal in NZ?
Mixed breed dogs are fine as long as they are not on the banned breed list
, which as you can see includes breeds like the American Pit Bull Terrier and Japanese Tosa. In other words, you should be good to go!
What is an illegal dog breed?
Dobermans, pit bulls and Rottweilers
are always on home insurance banned lists, according to a recent study by Forbes Advisor. Chow Chows, Presa Canarios and Akitas also make frequent appearances. Other breeds commonly banned include the German Shepherd, Husky, Mastiff, Alaskan Malamute and Bullmastiff.
Are Staffy dogs illegal?
Staffordshire Bull Terriers look similar to Pit Bulls, but
they’re legal and common pets
. There is a loophole though. If you can prove a dog’s safe, despite it being a banned breed, then you can get a certificate of exemption.
