06-25-2003, 03:27 AM
Did anybody out there bring pets with them when they crossed the pond? I'm trying to find info on bringing my iguana with me when we leave England for the States shortly.
06-25-2003, 03:27 AM
06-25-2003, 07:55 AM
My wife wanted me to bring my cat but I decided that cats get more attatched to places than people and it would be cruel to her so she got to live with my sister who has 2 other cats to play/fight with and lots of land to catch things and climb trees so I think she's happier now.
Iguanas on the other hand....not sure. I made a personal decision based on hassle factor and what is best for the cat.
Iguanas on the other hand....not sure. I made a personal decision based on hassle factor and what is best for the cat.
06-25-2003, 09:04 AM
Don't know about iguana's, they may come under some DOA rules about exotic animals.
We shipped both our cats over, and they made the transition just fine.
Best bet is probably to start on the US Dept. of Agriculture Website, if that doesn't give you any answers, theres probably a number you can call to get all the info you need.
We shipped both our cats over, and they made the transition just fine.
Best bet is probably to start on the US Dept. of Agriculture Website, if that doesn't give you any answers, theres probably a number you can call to get all the info you need.
06-25-2003, 10:24 AM
The following all pertain to importing animals into the US.
After spending some time reading through them there doesn't seem to be anything specific to Iguana's except that there are species that are endangered and therefore you wouldn't be allowed to bring it here unless you can get special permits usually reserved for breeding to save a species.
The sites all suggest to call the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at 703.358.1949 for specific info and the permits you will need if you are allowed to import your pet.
Pets and Wildlife 9
U.S. Public Health Service
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Division of Global Migration and
Quarantine (E-03)
Atlanta, GA 30333
Tel 404.498.1670
http//www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/animal.htm
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Technical Trade Services, Animal Products Staff
U.S. Department of Agriculture
National Import/Export Center
4700 River Road, Unit 40
Riverdale, MD 20737-1231
Tel 301.734.8364
Fax 301.734.8226
http//www.aphis.usda.gov/ncie
To obtain wildlife permits
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Division of Management Authority
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 700
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel 703.358.2104
http//www.international.fws.gov
For clearance ports and inspection fees
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Office of Law Enforcement
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 500
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel 703.358.1949
http//www.le.fws.gov
E-mail LawEnforcement@fws.gov
U.S. Customs Service
1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20229
Tel 202.354.1000
http//www.customs.gov
I hope something here is of some help to you. smile
After spending some time reading through them there doesn't seem to be anything specific to Iguana's except that there are species that are endangered and therefore you wouldn't be allowed to bring it here unless you can get special permits usually reserved for breeding to save a species.
The sites all suggest to call the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at 703.358.1949 for specific info and the permits you will need if you are allowed to import your pet.
Pets and Wildlife 9
U.S. Public Health Service
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Division of Global Migration and
Quarantine (E-03)
Atlanta, GA 30333
Tel 404.498.1670
http//www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/animal.htm
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Technical Trade Services, Animal Products Staff
U.S. Department of Agriculture
National Import/Export Center
4700 River Road, Unit 40
Riverdale, MD 20737-1231
Tel 301.734.8364
Fax 301.734.8226
http//www.aphis.usda.gov/ncie
To obtain wildlife permits
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Division of Management Authority
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 700
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel 703.358.2104
http//www.international.fws.gov
For clearance ports and inspection fees
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Office of Law Enforcement
4401 N. Fairfax Drive, Room 500
Arlington, VA 22203
Tel 703.358.1949
http//www.le.fws.gov
E-mail LawEnforcement@fws.gov
U.S. Customs Service
1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20229
Tel 202.354.1000
http//www.customs.gov
I hope something here is of some help to you. smile
10-09-2003, 02:00 PM
Hi there,
a couple of years ago my hubby brought a dog back to USA from the UK for a friend who wanted it from a specific breeder. All you have to do is call the airlines and they will tell you the procedure to bring your pet. Some airlines fly pets, others don't. So, contact a couple of airlines and then you will have to book your flight through them. I think hubby flew Continental that time.
The airline can tell you what type of box to transfer it in and also what you need from your veterinarian for an iguana. I was amazed at how easy it was to bring an animal over. Not like trying to take one to the UK, huh.
a couple of years ago my hubby brought a dog back to USA from the UK for a friend who wanted it from a specific breeder. All you have to do is call the airlines and they will tell you the procedure to bring your pet. Some airlines fly pets, others don't. So, contact a couple of airlines and then you will have to book your flight through them. I think hubby flew Continental that time.
The airline can tell you what type of box to transfer it in and also what you need from your veterinarian for an iguana. I was amazed at how easy it was to bring an animal over. Not like trying to take one to the UK, huh.
10-09-2003, 06:57 PM
Not wanting to be the one to steal Monster's thunder (she being the research queen), but the last time a question about bringing a pet overseas (or not) came up, the result was a ten page debate. Check this out http//www.british-expats.com/phpBB/viewtopic.php?t=5687
10-09-2003, 08:05 PM
ScousePete Wrote:
Not wanting to be the one to steal Monster's thunder
:lol: 's ok -I was otherwise engaged ;)
11-18-2003, 01:53 PM
I don't want to wade through the '10 page' debate, so just in case this isn't mentioned
I addition to the other information posted, pet licensing is a State matter. Each state has its own regulations and you will need to comply with these - usually before the pet leaves the UK.
For example, we brought 2 cats from the UK to MA - we had to have the relevant documentation together before the airline would carry them. Once in MA they had to have rabies jabs (regardless of whether they had them already) and were issued tags (which in one case was bigger than said moggy).
There are kennels/catterys that will do every thing for you - but I'm not sure about more exotic pets.
In short - check the website of the State you are moving to before you do anything.
I addition to the other information posted, pet licensing is a State matter. Each state has its own regulations and you will need to comply with these - usually before the pet leaves the UK.
For example, we brought 2 cats from the UK to MA - we had to have the relevant documentation together before the airline would carry them. Once in MA they had to have rabies jabs (regardless of whether they had them already) and were issued tags (which in one case was bigger than said moggy).
There are kennels/catterys that will do every thing for you - but I'm not sure about more exotic pets.
In short - check the website of the State you are moving to before you do anything.