Pet transport to Spain from United States
If you’re thinking of relocating or moving to Spain from United States and don’t want to leave that special furry member of the family behind, Relopet can help you transport your pet. No matter where you are thinking of moving to, we offer pet transport services so that your furry friend is always with you.
3 modes of pet transport
All our trips are accompanied, except if it is impossible due to airline restrictions (Weight >45 kg. and some dog breads)
Shared pet transport
Our agents travel with your animals and another one from another client. Maximum 4 animals per companion. If you pick up at the airport there is no waiting time. Home delivery must be considered, it is not included.
All customers must agree on the date of travel and there is no home delivery, only to the airport of destination.
Combined pet transport
Our agent only transports your animals, and on the return flight travels with the animals of another client. You may need to change the date of your trip by one or two days. More economical than an exclusive trip.
The date of travel may differ by 1 or 2 days from the date you wish, we can deliver/collect to your home, but the date is set by us.
Exclusive pet transport
Our agent travels the day you want, at home, taking only your animals. A TOP service where we only work for you, but at a slightly higher cost.
Whatever you want, wherever and whenever you want. We make the trip just for your beloved pets.
What animals do we transport to Spain?
Our international pet transport service to Spain is limited, at this moment, to the shipment of domestic animals: dogs and cats.
Dogs
From small dogs, like Chihuahua, to big dogs, like saint bernard dog or bobtail.
Cats
Normal cats and brachicephalic, like Persian or Birmanian
Rodents
Sometimes we can manage the transport of rodents. Consult with our experts.
Birds
At this moment we don’t transport birds.
Horses
At this moment we don’t transport horses.
Reptiles
At this moment we don’t transport reptiles.
Aquatic animals
At this moment we don’t transport aquatic animals.
Restictions for the transport of pets to Spain from United States
Before collecting the necessary documentation to proceed with the transport of our pets, we must take into account some restrictions:
- Dogs, cats and ferrets less than 3 months old cannot be moved to Spain. They need to have Rabies Vaccine 3 weeks prior to the trip.
- All animals must have a Antibody Serology Blood Tests 90 days prior the trip. Exceptions: Canadá, USA, México, Argentina, Chile and all intra European Union countries.
Requirements for the carriage of pets in the cabin
It will be allowed to send pets by plane where the animal travels in the cabin as long as someone accompanies the animal during the flight. It is the cheapest way to transport your pet. But if you do not have this possibility or the airline does not allow the shipment of pets in the cabin, the pet will be transported in the hold.
Airlines that allow pet travel by plane inside their cabin will normally only accept those animals whose weight is around 8 kg including the weight of the pet carrier, except for the guide dogs which are always allowed. Those who exceed the allowed weight (including pet carrier) must travel in the hold.
The acceptance of the animal on board, as well as the acceptance of the transport measures, will always depend on the prior authorization of the airline itself.
Requirements for shipment of animals in cargo hold
If your pet travels in the plane’s hold due to its characteristics, maybe it will be necessary to hire the services of a cargo agent. In Relopet we work with freight agents at each airport to guarantee your pet’s trip by plane.
The number of pet carriers that can be transported on the same flight as well as their dimensions, is limited by the type of aircraft and by the internal regulations of the airline itself. In general, two animals of different species (dogs with cats, for example) cannot travel on the same flight. The number of animals on board will be limited.
The pet carrier must be made of a resistant material, its base must be waterproof and must provide good ventilation so that the plane trip does not affect the health of the pet. Likewise, the appropriate size will be the one that allows the animal to stand and can turn around without problems.
Steps to send an animal to Spain from United States:
To request our pet transport services in Spain, you just have to fill in the form below with the delivery and collection addresses and the basic data of your pet.
Whether a dog, a cat, a bird, a ferret, even a reptile or a horse, we have the necessary means to take care of the transport of your pet.
We take into account the breed, dimensions, size, age, weight and other characteristics of your pet, so that the transport is always carried out following international transport regulations and of course, ensuring the welfare of your pet.
Pet transport to the main cities of Spain from united states
We take your pet anywhere in Spain. It doesn’t matter if it’s a big city or a small town, we offer international pet transportation services throughout Spain, the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands. We transfer your pet to:
- Pet transport to Madrid
- Pet transport to Valencia
- Pet transport to Seville
- Pet transport to Balearics
- Pet transport to Canary island
Import and export of pets to Spain from United States
To carry out the international transportation of your pet within the European Union, you will need to provide the following documentation:
- European passport
- Pet identification with microchip
- Certificate of good health
- Updated rabies vaccine (by country)
- Deworming test 24/48 hours before the flight
- Commercial invoice or declaration of value in the case of a shipment between individuals.
- Authorization of dispatch
- AWB copy
Rules for the transport of pets
Animals will be accompanied by their owners or legal representatives.
Los animales irán acompañados de sus dueños o representantes legales.
The owners will accredit by means of a written personal declaration that they undertake not to sell the animals and to accept the measures that the veterinary services deem appropriate.
The agent may accompany a maximum number of five pets.
It will be considered commercial shipping if the pet flies alone or is a puppy less than 1 year old.
Frequently asked questions in International Pet Transportation
If my pet travels in the hold, will it be cold?
The animals do not travel in the same hold where the bags are loaded. The wineries of the airplanes where the animals travel are specially conditioned. The regulations require that the trip be carried out at a temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. The animals do not go cold, but you can put a blanket inside the carrier if you think so convenient.
