Dog Travel from Florida to California
Name: Sandra
From: West Palm Beach, FL
To: Los Angeles, CA
Pets: German Shepherd
Dear PetRelocation,
From: West Palm Beach, FL
To: Los Angeles, CA
Pets: German Shepherd
Dear PetRelocation,
We have a very large puppy that we want to give to a family member. What is the safest way to transport him (he is 8 months old and 85 lbs)? We would like to send him unescorted, if possible.
Any information you can share would be helpful, thanks!
-Sandra
Hi Sandra,
Sure, we'd be happy to offer some advice. To move a pet domestically you need to show proof of an updated rabies vaccine and also have a vet health certificate (here are the pet import requirements for the United States). The most important tips we can offer are these:
- Choose a pet friendly airline, such as United
- Make sure your travel crate is large enough and airline approved (find more info here)
- Work to help your dog feel comfortable in his travel crate in the weeks before your move
- Look over these frequently asked pet travel questions for more information
Hopefully this helps to get you started. Please contact us if you have more questions or would like a free quote for our services. Thanks again for the note, and good luck!
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