Pet Relocation Blog

Today on Twitter, we got a message from EcoPup, who is considering moving from Vancouver, BC to Luperon, Dominican Republic with their four pets -- two cats and two dogs.

When moving pets to the Dominican Republic, the most difficult obstacle many people face are finding the right airline to take. Many flights that go directly into the Dominican Republic are not considered what PetRelocation deems safe for pets -- the planes are not pressurized & pets are not kept in climate controlled conditions. Particularly in EcoPup's situation, as they point out in their twitter messages, they have an older Peke-Poo.

We suggested to EcoPup they route their pets similarly to how we would route them if we were arranging full door-to-door service -- we would pick up their pets in Vancouver and send them on Continental via Houston on their PetSafe program to San Juan, Puerto Rico. This would ensure that the pets were kept in climate controlled conditions throughout the time they are checked in and on the plane, and the Peke-Poo & his friends would also be cared for at a comfort stop in Houston at the pet hotel. Upon arrival in San Juan, our agent would take them with her in the cabin on a second "puddle jumper" flight from Puerto Rico to the Dominican Republic. These flights allow pets to go in the cabin, and are quick hops. Our agent would then deliver the pets to EcoPup's new residence!

As far as vaccinations, the Dominican Republic does not have strict requirements for importing pets. Essentially all that is required is a current rabies certificate and international health certificate. A helpful checklist can be found & printed out on our Dominican Republic Pet Import Rules & Requirements page on our website as well.

Thanks for asking EcoPup! We're always happy to help.

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