Three easy ways to ensure your

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Three easy ways to ensure your pet is travel-ready

Cause as little disruption as possible when moving.

Three easy ways to ensure your

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We spoke to Hazel Imrie, PETport Owner and Founder to find out how best to ensure your pet will travel safely and easily.

Relocating is stressful enough. Add a beloved pet to the mix, and suddenly an admin-orientated job becomes a bag of emotions. The last thing you should have to worry about is your pet’s wellbeing during the process.

Your pet’s state of health plays a big role when planning a move. Considering they don’t have the luxury of ‘telling’ us if they have any ailments, we must take the necessary steps to ensure they are healthy and happy.

How to ensure the big move is a seamless one

Physical health

It may seem obvious, but if your pet has any glaring physical issues, you’ll need to consider how they affect their travel prospects. While pet transport services are more than equipped to handle these cases, it’s a good idea to resolve problems beforehand.

This may mean leaving your pet with a loved one until they’re back to their usual self. Rather that than risk a challenging move. The experience, after all, often affects how well they settle into their new home.

Mental state

Your pet’s mental health is as important. They may be prone to panic attacks or stress easily – something you’ll have to address before you remove them from their safe space.  

Don’t underestimate mental disorders in animals. Birds, for example, experience depression. Dogs and cats exhibit OCD behaviour. If you’ve noticed your pet is a bit ‘off,’ consult an animal behaviourist. They’ll be able to address problems and advise the best way forward.  

Age factor

Relocating a senior dog and a puppy are vastly different. Older dogs are more tranquil but they’re also prone to conditions like arthritis and heart disease.

The first step, then, is to take your ol’ friend to the vet for a checkup. Experts can determine if the animal’s age will impact their move.

Pet transport companies like PETport are committed to ensuring the successful relocation of your furry family member. But it’s a team effort that requires pet owners to do their part too. Enquire today on how to get started.

About PETport

PETport is a registered pet travel and relocation specialist service, affiliated with the major international animal governing body, IPATA (International Pet Animal Transport Association) and ATA (Animal Transportation Association). With international training and hands-on experience passed down from one generation to the next, PETport is the best choice to transport fur babies, fluff babies and feather babies.

PETport| info@petport.co.za | 0867 227 678

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