Pet Passports have become a crucial document for pet owners. These official records of a pet’s health and vaccination history play a significant role in ensuring a smooth and safe journey across borders. Also for pet owners in Dubai, having a properly maintained pet passport will help you in making sure you keep your pet healthy and up to date with all the required vaccinations.
Why do I need a Passport?
Pet Passports serve as a comprehensive and standardized way to document important information about pets. They are especially valuable when traveling between countries with varying entry requirements for pets. Without a valid Pet Passport, pets may face quarantine or even be denied entry into the destination country, causing unnecessary stress and anxiety for both pets and their owners.
What does a pet’s passport offer?
Now, you can get your pet’s passport from Petsfirst at any time from on our our pet clinics in Dubai. Book an appointment with us and PetsFirst has you covered!
Identification
A Pet Passport includes a unique microchip number or tattoo identification, providing a secure and reliable way to link pets to their owners. This crucial feature helps prevent pet theft and ensures that lost pets can be quickly reunited with their families.
Vaccination Records
Pet Passports include a detailed record of the pet’s vaccination history, particularly the rabies vaccination, which is often a mandatory requirement for international travel. Up-to-date vaccinations not only protect the pet but also safeguard the health of other animals and humans in the destination country.
Health Certificates
Pet Passports contain health certificates issued by licensed veterinarians. These certificates confirm that the pet is in good health and free from contagious diseases, providing reassurance to authorities in the destination country.
Microchip or Tattoo Verification
Some countries require additional verification of the microchip or tattoo during the entry process. The Pet Passport simplifies this process by providing clear and standardized information about the pet’s identification.
Record of Treatments
If the destination country has specific requirements for parasite treatments or other preventive measures, these are documented in the Pet Passport, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Convenience and Reusability
Once issued, a Pet Passport remains valid for a specific period, often facilitating multiple trips during that time. This feature adds convenience and saves time for pet owners who frequently travel with their pets.
For more tips on keeping your pet healthy you can also read some more pet health tips here.
At Petsfirst, we give you both a physical and electronic pet passport. Like this, you will always have the full health record of your pet at your disposal. To make an appointment with one of our vets in Dubai, just book it online here or give us a call or visit us in one of our veterinary clinics in Dubai.