Planning international pet travelin 2026?Start with the timeline — not panic.
A calm, reliable framework that shows you what needs to happen, when, so you don't miss a step that could delay or derail your pet's journey.
Built from real international relocations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Instant download. No spam. No fluff.
This checklist is for you if:
- You're planning international travel or relocation with a dog or cat
- Your trip is weeks or months away (not tomorrow)
- You're overwhelmed by conflicting advice from vets, airlines, and forums
- You want to avoid discovering problems at the airport or border
This checklist is not for you if:
- You want airline booking or medical advice
- You're traveling domestically only
- You need last-minute emergency clearance
Most pet travel problems don't happen because people forget forms.
They happen because steps are completed out of order — or too late.
Rabies titers, waiting periods, endorsements, residency rules...
Once one step is done incorrectly, months of preparation can become invalid.
This checklist shows you the correct sequence — before you start booking or calling vets.
Inside the 2026 International Pet TravelPlanning Checklist:
Typical 30–180 day planning windows by route type
The one sequencing rule you cannot break (microchip → rabies → titers → certificates)
How entry rules differ from return rules (this is where most people get stuck)
Which steps are handled by you vs your vet vs government authorities
Why airline rules often surface after paperwork is complete
A framework to organize your journey before decisions become expensive
Checklist current as of January 2026.
“I wish I had this before we started. Everything finally made sense.”
“This explained why our timeline kept changing — not just what to do.”
“The sequencing alone saved us from a major mistake.”
This isn't another pet travel checklist.This is the framework behind the system.
The checklist shows you how international pet travel actually works.
Inside Paws Abroad, this framework becomes a personalized plan mapped to:
Want this mapped specifically to your pet and route?
Inside Paws Abroad, members get:
Paws Abroad provides planning tools, organizational support, and educational resources. We are not veterinarians, pet shippers, or government authorities. Regulations change frequently and vary by route. Always verify requirements with official government agencies, airlines, and licensed veterinarians.