International Pet Shipping
Departure Checklist
PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS READY BEFORE YOUR PET’S TRAVEL DATE
- Food to last your pet’s entire travel duration plus 3 additional days (just in case), stored in a sealed ziplock bag. WRITE SIMPLE FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS on the bag using a marker or a labeling sticker (ie:1 cup 2x day). Airline layover facility may choose to use their own food.
- BEDDING that smells like home. Must fit appropriately in crate. If bedding is soiled, it will be discarded and replaced with clean material. We recommend lining the bottom of the crate with cardboard, then place a towel or blanket on top.
- Veterinarian prescribed and airline approved medication only. Prescription must accompany pet. Place in a ziploc bag with clear instructions for administration. NO SEDATIVES ALLOWED! Anti-anxiety medications are typically sedatives.
- Solid toys can accompany your pet but are not rSolid toys can accompany your pet if they do not present a choking hazard (no hollow or squeaky toys). The TSA or airline agent may choose to remove the toys at their discretion.
- Please send a leash and collar with your pet (not needed for cats).
- ORIGINAL INK SIGNED documents must accompany your pet. All ORIGINAL health paperwork plus ONE COPY. This also applies to the rabies certificate and any other required records. If we have your pet’s original health documents, we will bring them plus a copy.
- FEED your PET(s) LIGHTLY on the day of travel! EXERCISE your pet. Make sure your pet has space and time to EMPTY their BOWELS before check-in. Your pets will not be let out of the crate from the time the check in is complete until arrival at the next destination
**DO NOT SEND ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS WITH YOUR PET. AIRTAGS/LITHIUM BATTERIES ARE NOT ALLOWED BY LAW. We cannot guarantee items will arrive with your pet. Items do occasionally fall off the crate or are discarded if soiled.
IF FFEXPRESS IS PROVIDING AND BRINGING THE CRATE TO THE PET CHECK-IN, PLEASE IGNORE THE ITEMS BELOW THIS POINT
- CRATE SETUP: If you are bringing your own crate, set it up according to the instructions at the following link. You do not need to bring stickers or tape anything to the crate in advance, as we will do that for you at the time of check-in: https://youtu.be/xNRIIrSwums
- Each crate needs a FOOD & WATER bowl affixed to the inside of the door and absorbent material lining the bottom of the crate. Do not put food in the bowl.
- VERIFY THE CRATE SIZE that you have is the SAME SIZE listed on the contract/quote. Send us PHOTOS of the FULLY SETUP crate.
We’ll treat your pets as our own
Every team member at FFexpress is also a pet parent, so we know just how important your fur baby is to you. We only use the best airlines and facilities to ensure your pet is receiving the best care possible.
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