On January 1 the UK's Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) was harmonised with the rest of the EU so cats, dogs and ferrets entering the UK from EU and certain listed countries - while still needing to be microchipped and vaccinated against rabies - will only have to be quarantined for 21 days, rather than six months.
Other changes to the scheme mean:
Other changes to the scheme mean:
- Animals will no longer need a blood test for rabiesbefore entering the country, or treatment for ticks.
- Tapeworm requirements have been relaxed.
- Animals from non-listed countries will now be able to enter the UK if they are vaccinated, have a blood test and wait three months before entry.
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