Movers Tips When Moving With Pets
• Make certain your household pet is wearing proper identification and any required license tags in case they get lost.
• Ask your veterinarian for a copy of your pet's medical history to take with you, and be sure all shots are current.
• Shortly before the move, your pets may become nervous because of all the unusual activity. Keep a close eye on them; stress may cause them to misbehave or run off. Consider having them boarded during the most hectic days.
• When you move, take along a health certificate and a rabies vaccination certificate. The health certificate, signed by your veterinarian, says your pet is in good condition. The rabies certificate states when and where your pet was vaccinated.
• If you move across state lines, call or write the state veterinarian or State Department of Animal Husbandry for laws on the entry of animals. Some states require up-to-date rabies vaccinations. For example, the state of
• After the move, give your pets time to adjust to the new neighborhood. Don't let your pets roam freely until they learn where new "home" is now -- otherwise they may get lost!
• If you pet has an ID implant, remember to have updated contact information.
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