Can you take your dog to Australia?
Yes, but only if it came from an approved country, is not pregnant and is not a banned breed or domestic/non-domestic hybrid
The dog must first be fully vaccinated and microchipped before it can get an import permit
Within 45 days of travel it has to test clear for diseases including Ehrlichia canis, Leptospirosis, rabies and parasites
Five days before travel it must be health-checked by a government-approved vet in the export country
On arrival it must go into government quarantine for a minimum of 10 days on arrival, longer if it is seen as coming from a riskier country or it shows signs of ill-health
Private jets are subject to the same regulations as any other vessel or aircraft
Source: Australian Department of Agriculture |