Friday, August 8, 2008

Taking Your Pets To Hawaii - Pet Transportation

From Amy Christy, International Personal Move Counselor


One of the most popular destinations we ship pets to is beautiful Hawaii. Hawaii is and always has been a rabies-free state.


Hawaii’s regulations have an “international flavor” and pets entering Hawaii are subject to quarantine if all of the procedures are not followed correctly.


The basic requirements are:


1. Each pet must have two rabies vaccinations in its lifetime, administered more than 90 days apart.

2. Each pet must have a microchip.

3. A rabies titre sample must be submitted to an approved laboratory.


Your pet will be eligible for direct release in Honolulu 120 days after the blood sample is received by the lab, AND 90 days after the administration of the most recent rabies vaccination.


There are some additional requirements for a flea and tick treatment and specific requirements for the health certificate, and we will provide exact instructions every step of the way. We will also prepare the application that is required to be submitted at least 10 days in advance of your pet's arrival.


We can also arrange for transport services from Honolulu to any of the Hawaiian Islands. Our pet move counselors will assist you every step of the way to ensure that your pet has a safe and comfortable journey to this beautiful tropical state!

1 comment:

Unknown said...

I am moving to Hi. I have 2 small 12 lb Sheitzu/mx and can not find a carrier who will take them. There are 2 things I run into. No pet shall arrive Hi in the passenger compartment. and no short nose dog can arrive in the cargo bay. We have our paperwork in order, have been planning on this move for more than a year. Any suggestions?????