Pet Moving Services

Moving household objects is one thing, but transporting pets is altogether a different matter. It's still a fairly new concept in India, but companies that offer specialist pet moving services have come up. For those worried about the safety and health of their pets while relocating, this is great news indeed.

A pet moving services company is especially handy when it comes to moving pets abroad. Each company has a plethora of rules and regulations when it comes to pets. For example, if you want to take your pet to the UK, it will have to be in quarantine for six months. You also need a myriad of documentation like vaccine booklet, valid health certificate, quarantine certificate etc, for which you will need help.

While transporting pets, choosing the right kind of container is critical. These must be large enough for the pet to stand up, turn around and lie down; strong enough to ensure the safety of the animal; have absorbent material lining the floor; contain a water vessel and a food bowl that can be accessed from the outside. It must also have instructions on taking care for the animal fixed on the outside. There are some companies in India that specialise in such containers, and offer custom-built options too.

Some companies offer the option of someone accompanying the pet, like pet handlers. This is particularly useful if you're not travelling along with your pet.