How to Travel with Your Pet to the UK Stress-Free

Travelling with your pet should be a joyful experience, not a logistical nightmare. At Pet Moves, we’re dedicated to ensuring that your pet can travel right by your side—from take off to touch down and beyond! Here’s how we make travelling with your pet to the UK a breeze and some tips to keep your journey smooth and stress-free.

Why Choose Pet Moves when Travelling With Your Pet?

Travelling with pets and flying with pets, especially on long-haul journeys, can be daunting. In many cases, pets are relegated to the cargo hold, which can be uncomfortable, noisy, and stressful. At Pet Moves, we offer an alternative that keeps your furry friend right by your side. Our unique approach involves flying to Paris instead of Heathrow, where your pet can often accompany you in the cabin—even larger dogs that usually wouldn’t qualify for in-cabin travel! From Paris, we meet you at the airport and chauffeur both you and your pet to the UK.

With years of experience helping families relocate with their pets from the US, Canada, and other countries, we know the process inside and out. We’re here to help with everything from documentation to ensuring your pet feels safe and comfortable when travelling with your pet.

Preparing for the Journey: Tips for Stress-Free Travel with Your Pet

1. Get Familiar with Documentation Requirements

Every country has its own pet travel requirements, especially for entering the UK, which includes pet passports, vaccinations, and microchipping. Our Pet Document Check and Advice Service ensures you’re all set with accurate paperwork before your departure. This will save you from last-minute stress and ensure you and your pet won’t face any travel delays.

2. Choose the Right Travel Crate

If your pet needs to be in a carrier for the flight, ensure it’s the right size for them to sit, turn around, and lie down comfortably. Familiarise your pet with their travel crate weeks in advance by letting them spend time inside it with their favourite blanket or toy. Comfort is key—this will be their personal cabin space!

3. Packing Essentials for the Flight

Just as you have travel essentials, your pet does too! Pack a few essentials like:

  • Collapsible water and food bowls
  • Favourite snacks and toys
  • Waste bags and wipes
  • Familiar blanket or item with your scent for comfort

Bringing along a few comforts from home can help your pet feel secure during the journey.

4. Take Care of Pre-Flight Needs

Before boarding, give your pet plenty of exercise to burn off excess energy and take them on bathroom breaks before heading to the gate. This helps them relax and makes them more likely to nap peacefully on the flight.

5. Focus on Comfort During the Flight

During the flight, reassure your pet with a calm voice and gentle touches if allowed. While they may not understand every word, they’ll appreciate the familiar sound and your comforting presence.

Arrival in Paris: What to Expect

Upon arrival in Paris, Pet Moves makes sure the rest of your journey is smooth and stress-free. We’ll meet you at the airport and take care of every detail so you can simply enjoy the trip with your pet. Our experienced team handles the drive from Paris to the UK with the utmost care and attention to your pet’s needs—whether it’s a scheduled bathroom break, a snack stop, or just a little reassurance along the way.

A Personal Touch from Pet Moves

Pet Moves is more than just a pet travel service. As a family-run business, we understand that pets are family. Edward and Barry, our founders, have years of experience caring for animals on their family’s small holding, home to everything from cats to a lovable Labrador named Goldie. This gives us first-hand insight into the care and attention pets need. When you’re travelling with your pet with us, you’re entrusting your pet to a team that genuinely cares.

Ready to Travel? Reach Out to Pet Moves!

We’re here to make your journey as easy and enjoyable as possible, for you and your furry companion. If you’re planning a trip to the UK with your pet, get in touch with Pet Moves today, and let us handle the details. After all, pets aren’t luggage—they’re family, and they deserve a first-class experience, just like you.

Travelling with your pet to the UK with your pet should be an adventure filled with excitement, not anxiety. With Pet Moves by your side, you can focus on what matters most: creating wonderful memories with your pet, right by your side every step of the way.