How do I transport my dog safely from USA to Singapore?

Question

Which airlines have the best record? How can you prepare the dog to handle the confined space & the long journey? Can anyone give me any tips? My dog is a 12 year old labrador.

Answer 1

I also advise you check re any quarantine requirements by Singapore and perhaps any further health certificates , tattooing or microchipping or further vaccinactions your dog may need , also check with the airline re their requiements of what they consider is a safe crate for travel - check with your vet re health of your dog - what he may advise for long travel also as he is an dog older check to see he is fit enough for long travel and any stay in quarantine that may be required - It cost me quite a bit to take my dog and lots of preparation but it went well and my dog fared pretty well - I hope this may be the same for you .
I used an external water bottle attacthed to the crate for Hydration during a long voyage with electrolytes in the water - I have a safe toy -blankets and dry bed liner in the crate for the comfort of your dog -so
get in touch with the airlines get all details.
get in touch with Singapore re their quantine requirements and health certificates .
get in touch with your vet.
I contacted my quarantine department where I live and they gave me details of what was required by other countries and gave me contact numbers of overseas departments . you could try this too .
I think you will find that Singapore has a huge dog lovers contingent and a huge show interest -they have many many dog lovers that spend so much money on their dogs and spoil and care for their dogs so well and their pets are loved family members - do not be put off by some reports that your dog will be eaten - there are some places in asia that this happens and its so horrible - but its not all over the place- its not rampant they dont go stealing your pets off airline terminals for food !!
your dog is travelling with you and under the care of the airline they do not give your dog away for food - there a huge number of great shops that cater for pets over there and I think you will find what you need there in regards to food - health and welfare of your dog and tons of accessories .
Good Luck I hope all goes well .

Answer 2

Usually during the summer you have to take them on the plane with you and they sit with the crew because it's too hot in storage. They usually require a large kennel because the flight is so long. If it's during the winter they can go in cargo. All you can do is start using the kennel now so the dog wont be afraid of it. Don't keep it in too long but let it sleep there. It should only have to stay in long periods of time when necessary such as the day of the flight. You could give it treats in the kennel so it thinks of is as a good place.

Answer 3

There are a lot of factors that will go into shipping your dog to Singapore.
THE BEST AIRLINE TO USE IS CONTINENTAL (my choice)
They have all climite controlled storage areas, even the transport from the lobby to the aircraft.
Expect to pay more to ship your dog than what you pay for your own ticket.

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All Visitors entering Singapore with a pet must submit an APPLICATION FOR IMPORT PERMIT.

Visitors from any Country other than Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom and Ireland must also complete the APPLICATION FOR QUARANTINE FACILITY.

The official application forms and instructions are available online - see below for ordering instructions.

You will need a veterinary certificate from your veterinarian certifying that your pet is in good health and that their shots are current. The pet if it is a dog or cat it must have a microchip implanted showing the same identification number as that on the certificate.

Your pet must be treated for both internal and external parasites.

The treatment for external parasites must occur between 2 days and 10 days prior to arrival.

The treatment for internal parasites must be done within 4 days of arrival into Singapore.

QUARANTINE; Upon arrival your pet will be vaccinated for Rabies at the airport and put in QUARANTINE for 30 days.

Visitors arriving from Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom or Ireland are exempt from the 30-day quarantine for their pets.

Singapore requires an Application to Import and unless you are arriving from Australia, New Zealand, The United Kingdom or Ireland you will also need the Application for quarantine.

The forms and instructions are available from Pet Travel, Inc. for $15.00 per set

Order online at: http://www.pettravel.com/store-pet-immigration-forms.html

Or, you may order by mail by sending your name and address and a check for $15.00 to cover postage and handling to:
Pet Travel, Inc.
P.O. Box 1225
Borrego Springs, CA 92004

If ordering by mail BE SURE to indicate which Countries form you need.

Order online at: http://www.pettravel.com/store-pet-immigration-forms.html

There is more info I can send, but I will need to know if you have Adobe Reader.
There is an indepth form I will send you if you will email me.
I am computer challanged so I dont know how to send it on this page. I couldn't copy the email site address.
You will definately have to get in contact with the quarantine facility in Singapore. The form I mentioned above will cover all that stuff.
This should be enough to make your head spin.
I often ship, but I have never shipped to Singapore.

Answer 4

I would check to see if they let you take him straight into the country or if he has to be quarantined. Some countries quarantine all animals until they know they are not diseased in any way. Doesn't matter if they have a shots record. and all shots have to be up to date. Only 2 airlines will fly dogs. Dogs have to be crated and then they are put in a cargo hold for animals

Answer 5

Do you mean the pack of a pickup truck? Sorry, but a cage is your best bet. Even when you travel with your pet on a plane you must put your pet in one of those pet transportation cages. If you really don't want to use a cage, you'll have to try the back seats (if your truck has them), keep the windows closed, put your dog in the back and hope your pet doesn't jump in the front seats and distract you while driving.

Answer 6

Good lord with all the bad video I've seen lately showing what the airlines really do with your pet crates would make me VERY worried.
I watched one on msnbc just last week showing crates sitting in the sun, on the runway for over an hour.
Thank goodness I still have my fear of flying to keep my pets safe and sound!

Answer 7

wow, never travelled with a pet like that before. I do know that you will have to have a health certificate to travel with him, but after the trip, make sure you have him checked out by a vet. an office exam is not that expensive and it would be better to be safe than sorry with an elderly dog.

Answer 8

I flew Asian Air to Korea with my 2 Labs. They did fine and were helpful tarnsporting the dogs around the airport.

Answer 9

U can try Fedexx. dey got a colored dog as dey logo

Answer 10

They will eat your dog. Leave 'em with family or friends.