Animal Immigration

25/03/2023

If you need to transport your fur baby, Animal Immigration SA will gladly assist. We will take good care of your precious baby and offer much more secure transport than the option in the video! But who can disagree... this is too cute!

18/07/2021

Such good news!!

Losing a pet is every dog lover’s worst nightmare, and such was the case of the Durbanite Mohamed Safwan Amod, whose beloved White

25/06/2020

Immigrating or planning to move abroad?

Animal Immigtation can assist with all your pet transport needs so your fur babies can be part of your new life abroad 🐾

(Partner Content) How and when will we be able to transport our fur babies overseas again for immigration?

02/06/2019

New direct flights from Cape Town to Australia is exciting news for our clients who want to transport their pets...

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/news/cape-town-to-australia-flight-time-direct-flight/

The right things are being said by the right people: Travelling from Cape Town to Australia via a direct flight is now a matter of "when", rather than "if".

11/04/2019

How to take on a day like your dog. Some food for thought.

Do you wake up with the same enthusiasm as your four-legged friend?

26/03/2019

26/03/2019

15/01/2019

Here's looking back at a couple of Animal Immigration's favourite moments in 2018!
Super excited about the new adventures, interesting destinations and wonderful clients awaiting us in 2019!
If you want to add to Animal Immigration's stories, please contact us at [email protected]

21/11/2018

From the tiny Chihuahua to the gigantic English Mastiff - there are at least over 200 different dog breeds (the Fédération Cynologique Internationale currently recognizes 344 breeds officially!) Dogs come in many different sizes and shapes.

The important point we want to make is that each dog needs a travelling crate according to its unique size. The most accurate measurements are required for two reasons: Firstly, the space of your dog’s crate will determine the cost of the airline ticket. Secondly, your dog must be comfortable in its crate and be able to stand up easily and to lie down naturally. If the crate is too small, your dog may not be accepted by the airlines, causing endless headaches all around, delays and extra costs!

Therefore, do make sure you triple check your dog’s measurements according to the diagram provided with this post (from IATA) to makes sure they are as accurate as possible. You might need extra hands for this (and perhaps some patience, depending on your dog’s energy levels as it might think its some sort of new game you’re playing!!)

Please contact us for more information on how to measure your pet and the correct size for your furkid at [email protected]

20/09/2018

Relocating? Give us a call!!
Because you love them too much to leave them behind!

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

20/09/2018

Relocating? Give us a call!
Because you love them too much to leave them behind!

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

22/08/2018

YAY OR NAY TO SEDATION OF PETS WHILE FLYING?

This is a question most pet owners ask before their furry ones takes off on a plane and wrongfully assume this will be the way to reduce stress. Not so at all! In fact, it is possibly the
worst thing you can do with regards to your pet’s safety as sedating a pet about to fly can be very dangerous.

What happens during sedation, is that the pet’s blood pressure drops. Because the cargo hold is pressurized and because of altitude, this will happen anyway and therefore additional sedation can cause fatal problems. It may increase the risk of heart and respiratory problems as it can interfere with regular breathing and other bodily responses.

Furthermore, animals can respond very differently to sedatives/tranquilizers under normal circumstances. Cats for instance, occasionally become more excited following the administration of “sedating” drugs.

So, what can be done then? Go natural! There are numerous natural products and herbal remedies available these days that can help calm your pet. Pheromone sprays can also help. Ask your vet or pop into your local vet shop for options.

Off course, as emphasized in a previous Animal Immigration post, crate training is very important! Make sure your pet gets familiar and comfortable well ahead of time with the crate it is to fly in. Placing your T-shirt or your pets’ favourite blanky in the crate will make it remember its family or home and be comforted by that. The flying kennel should feel like a safe mini-home away from home so to reduce stress.

For more advice on natural calming aids and crate training ideas, please get in touch with Animal Immigration!

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

23/07/2018

All about the crates!
When relocating or travelling with your pets by means of air transport in the air-conditioned cargo hold, there are a couple of IATA regulations to comply with.

But before we look at these, we at Animal Immigration strongly encourages our clients to get the crates as soon as possible before travelling so your best friends can grow familiar to their crates which they will be spending a few hours in whilst travelling. It comforts them tremendously to be with(in) something they are accustomed to. This helps the furry ones to be travelling with less stress and anxiety. Look as it as their temporary house in the air!

Is the crate large enough?
Your pet must have enough space to turn about normally while standing (without touching the top), to sit and to lie in a natural position. There should be 4 finger’s space between your pet’s head and the roof of the crate.
Breed or species
Different containers are required according to the animal species being transported; for example, cats and dogs requires different crates than those of rabbit and birds. For snub-nosed pets (see previous post on this page), space requirements are to be increased as they need much more ventilation.
Specifications
Plastic moulded containers are suitable for cats and most breeds of dogs. Specially constructed containers of hardwood, metal and plywood might be required if you have a very large or aggressive natured breed.
It is very important that the crate be secured with screws and joined with bolts and not plastic locks or fastening alone.
The door must form the whole of one end of the crate and must have a centralized locking system which fastens both locks on top and at the bottom of the door. Door hinges and locking pins must extend beyond the horizontal extrusions above and below the door opening by at least 1.6cm.
For hygiene and comfort, absorbent material must be placed beneath your pet’s blanket. (Put in a blanket that they are familiar with.)
A food and water container must be affixed to the crate.

One last important note: Sedation of animals is not recommended at all! The combination of altitude and drugs is potentially fatal in older, chronically sick or stressed animals.

Animal Immigration gladly assists in supplying & making sure your furry friend travels in a complaint and correctly sized crate. Please do send us the most accurate measurements of your pet when making a quote inquiry so we can ensure your beloved one travels in the most comfortable (and legal) way!

03/06/2018

New job, new home, new country! All so exciting, but stressful too!

Let Animal Immigration take care of your pet's travel arrangements - We provide expert assistance with flights, crates, documentation, vaccinations & permits to ensure the stress-free relocation of your dogs and cats!
..because you love them too much to leave them behind!

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

21/05/2018

Animal Immigration SA are pet relocation experts and pet import & export consultants.

We will go out of our way to ensure that your pet travels as comfortably as possible. No matter where you are from or where you headed, or how many pets you’re bringing along, we are here to help!
...because you love them too much to leave them behind!

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

10/05/2018

First things first!

If you are planning on travelling internationally, you might be wondering if your pet requires to be micro-chipped? . Before any of the other procedures for the travel are carried out, a pet should be fitted with a microchip so it can be properly identified.

Although most countries do require it, not all does. However, to be on the safe side, it is definitely recommended as a microchip is the only permanent form of identification.

Virtually all countries that require that your pet be microchipped as a condition of entry, specify an ISO-compatible microchip which is a non-encrypted 15-digit microchip operating at 134.2 kHz (international standard). Microchips are similar in size than a rice grain, and it is a quick procedure for your local veterinarian do. Once the microchip is implanted, it should last the lifetime of the pet, no need to be replaced ever.

Providing your pet with a microchip gives the owner much peace of mind as it will ensure that your pet will be returned safely back home should he gets lost.

30/04/2018

Thinking of relocating overseas? Obviously you want to take precious Buddy and Tiger with you. So, planning well ahead of time is crucial! Unfortunately, too many pet owners realize this too late and are not able to take them with. Depending on the country, there are time schedules to follow and adhere to precisely. For example, exporting your pet to New Zealand requires you to start your pet’s immigration process at least 6 months ahead! Some countries are easier than other, but if you by any chance know you might immigrate, start doing your homework with a consultant as soon as possible, because, as we say here at Animal Immigration: “you love them too much to leave them behind”.

16/04/2018

Napoleon, the French bulldog, enjoying his last couple of sunny days in the Garden Route before returning to his home country Denmark on Wednesday. Animal Immigration will see their snub-nosed friend again in December!

Snub-nosed pets like pugs, English bulldogs, Boston terriers, Persian cats (and Napoleon) need special care when traveling via air. (They are called brachycephalic pets, but snub-nosed is just much easier, isn’t it?!) Travelling is riskier for them because of their facial structures and related respiratory issues; therefore, they are more susceptible to heat stroke and breathing problems.
Not to worry, they can still fly safely with you! Snub-nosed one’s will need a larger travelling kennel in relation to its size than normally. This is to ensure sufficient ventilation around all four sides.
Also, snub-nosed pets travel internationally via certain selected airlines only. Some airlines will not fly short-nosed pets due to safety concern. It is thus critical to plan your pet’s travel well in advance to ensure you get booked with the right airline for your selected route.

19/03/2018

Dax looking pleased and relaxed on her fur bed supplied by AISA (off course a t-shirt from dad also helped!) This beauty, a Hungarian Vizsla, was so sweet and bravely traveled from George landing safely in London. Hungarian Vizsla is a breed rarely seen in South Africa, but definitely growing in popularity as a family dog. Enjoy the English countryside Dax😉🐾

15/03/2018

Moving to a new country or just locally?

Animal Immigration SA are pet relocation experts and pet import & export consultants.

Our services include:
* Veterinary requirements
* Pet passports (vaccination requirements, microchip info)
* Booking of flights
* Custom Clearance
* Approved Travel crates and boxes
* Arranging of 5 star kennelling for pets

www.animalimmigrationsa.co.za

12/02/2018

A WARM, FURRY HI TO ALL CLIENTS & FRIENDS!!

ANIMAL IMMIGRATION has found its new pilot and is ready to continue trusty service with much love and care as before. We wish Vikki only happiness, peace and success in her new life, safely back in her home country. Also, a huge applause to Vikki for the past 30 years of excellency!

It remains the goal of ANIMAL IMMIGRATION to find great joy and happiness in helping her clients & friends, and building trustful relationships. Looking so much forward to meeting new fur friends and their owners, and assisting them to our best, because ANIMAL IMMIGRATION understands that 'love is a four-legged word'.

In conclusion: "Excellence is not a singular act, but a habit. You are what you do repeatedly" S. O'Neal.

Happy petting everyone🐾💕

02/01/2018

And the feathers :O

02/01/2018

Montenegro. What a place to try and get cats into. With problems popping up in all the surrounding countries, it was quite a mission. Two of my best cat pals, Oreo and Sushi, stayed with me for what seemed for ever. They were such laid back fun cats and I enjoyed having them with me. This is a random photo session I did with them which they thoroughly enjoyed. My feather sticks were suitably destroyed :)

31/12/2017

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018 to all my clients and friends I've made along the way over the last 30 years with my business ANIMAL IMMIGRATION. 2018 will be seeing me not only retire from this wonderful work but also a complete change of life and country. This company will soon change hands once the next pilot has been found and an announcement will be made here. I want to thank all those wonderful people and their incredible fur children for the love and trust you have shown and given to me over the years. Its been a real pleasure to have had such an enjoyable vocation that has brought me great joy and happiness

31/12/2017

Remembering back over the last year or so and some of my more exciting work. This was one I really enjoyed. The BIG guys are Diego, Cassidy and Nuska, the Yorkie and cat are Sheila and Pumba. All one consignment to Vientiane in LAOS. What a long way to to go from our small area of George here on the Garden Route and what a pleasure to have such wonderful agents around the world to meet and greet and make sure the final destination was met. This consignment was one of the biggest and with the furthest destination. Happy days :)

10/09/2017

Willie. A really elderly Labrador. Successfully landed in Munich with his very happy owners. (photo taken by my agent Vedran in Munich) This dog was so accepting of everything that went on. Well done Willie.

10/09/2017

Tiger became my Tigeroo for a few weeks. One of the oldest cats to come stay with me before his documents were ready for Munich. I adore this cat and he and his mom keep in regular touch. Look how he adores his Mom :) I hope to visit him one day.

10/09/2017

Unless I absolutely have to, I prefer to use the molded plastic crates for transporting the bigger dogs. Not only are they stronger, they are lighter for volumetric weight thus saving the client money. They accomodate all the way up to St. Bernard and Rottweilers.