The following checklist will ensure that your trip goes smoothly; have a good read before setting off:
- PASSPORT AND VACCINATIONS
- Always check that your guide dog’s passport and vaccinations are valid.
- See the following web site to verify the required vaccinations: https://www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad.
- VETERINARY CHECKS
- Remember to arrange the mandatory TAPEWORM–CESTODA vaccination (to be given between one VETERINARY CHECKS and five days before the dog travels).
- Make sure that your dog is in good health to cope with the trip.
- We recommend a trip to the vet’s as a precautionary measure.
- CERTIFICATES
- When booking the flight, keep your guide dog’s or assistance dog’s certification card to hand, as issued by the association responsible for training.
- WHEN BOOKING THE FLIGHT
- When booking the flight, remember to inform that your guide dog or assistance dog will be traveling on the flight up to two days before the date of the flight.
- Please contact the airport authorities in the UK:
- Phone: 0044 2087457894
- E-mail: harc.generaleng@cityoflondon.gov.uk
- For more info on assistance dogs into UK visit: https.//www.gov.uk/pet-travel-travelling-with-assistance-dogs
- EQUIPMENT
- Ensure you have all the necessary equipment for your dog and its needs, such as a leash, water container and suitable food.
- ON ARRIVAL
- Never disembark from the flight if the staff responsible for checking your dog’s documents are not with you, even if this means having to wait on board.