Many airlines also have their own regulations regarding dog transport. Any dog which is legally described as a "fighting dog" must be transported in a special box. These are constructed from strong wood and come with specially designed grilles, so that a dog who becomes bored during transit will not be able to escape. GRADLYN’s expert assessment provides invaluable support and assistance to the dog owner, because it’s only when a transport box meets airline requirements that this hurdle can be overcome and the safe and stress-free transportation of the dog can take place.

Advice on timing and procedure

To be well-prepared, an animal transport must be planned well in advance, so always start your planning in good time!

• Thirty days before your scheduled date of departure, our experts from GRADLYN’s Export Department will discuss the journey details with you. They will explain all the forms required and the supporting documents which will be required during the process.
• The animal should not be given any food on the day of the flight, because a well-meant meal or a "reassuring" treat can lead to unintended stomach upsets during take-off and landing. So it’s therefore best if the tummy is not too full!

GRADLYN Pet shipping always allow plenty of time to advise pet owners on any questions, worries, fears or uncertainties they may have. Because animals and their owners should not only have a safe journey, they should enjoy a memorable experience too.