Travelling with your pet can make a good vacation great.  Preparation is key to stress-free pet travel.  Make sure you discuss travel plans with your veterinarian prior to your trip.  Travel to certain areas may increase your pet's risk of contracting diseases not usually seen in Florida, and we can advise you on preventive measures prior to travel to keep your pet safe.  Depending on how well your pet travels, a light sedative may be needed to reduce stress.  If your plans include flying, make sure you have an interstate health certificate issued for your pet to prevent hassels at the airport.  For travel outside of the continental United States, there are very specific guidelines, forms, testing and treatment that may be required up to 6 months before the date of travel.  If you are planning a trip with your pet outside the continental United States, contact our office immediately to allow us to adequately prepare your pet and prevent travel delays. You can also visit Air Animal for online information.

Tips for Pet Travel

Please contact our veterinarians at Animal Medical Hospital in Saint Petersburg, Florida (FL) at 727-896-7127 for more information.