Summer Holiday Pet Travel: Why You Should Book Your AHC Early

Summer is one of the busiest times of year for pet travel. Many owners choose to take their dogs and cats with them on holiday to France, Spain, Poland, Portugal, Italy and other EU destinations.

If you’re planning to travel to Europe with your pet this summer, you will usually need an Animal Health Certificate, also known as an AHC.

At The Pet Passport Co., we provide convenient Animal Health Certificate appointments across a growing number of UK locations, including Wiltshire, Bournemouth, Cheshire, North Wales and Chester, Manchester, Solihull, South Wales and Exeter.

Why summer gets busy

During the summer months, demand for Animal Health Certificate appointments increases significantly.

This is because many families travel during:

• School holidays

• Bank holiday weekends

• July and August summer breaks

• Longer European road trips

• Last-minute summer getaways

Although the certificate must usually be issued within 10 days of entering the EU, it is still important to book ahead so you can secure the right appointment date.

Don’t leave it until the last minute

Leaving your pet travel paperwork too late can create unnecessary stress.

Common issues include:

• Rabies vaccination problems

• Incorrect microchip details

• Unclear travel routes

• Missing owner information

• Limited appointment availability

Booking early gives you time to check that everything is in place before your appointment.

What your pet needs before travel

Before travelling to the EU, your pet will usually need:

• A microchip

• A valid rabies vaccination

• An Animal Health Certificate

• Tapeworm treatment for dogs travelling to certain countries, where required

If your pet’s rabies vaccination is not valid, you may need to delay travel, so it is worth checking your records as soon as possible.

Popular summer destinations

We regularly help pet owners travelling to:

• Spain

• France

• Poland

• Portugal

• Italy

• Germany

• The Netherlands

• Belgium

Whether you are flying, driving, taking the ferry or using Eurotunnel, we can help prepare the correct Animal Health Certificate for your journey.

AHC appointments across the UK

The Pet Passport Co. offers Animal Health Certificate appointments in several areas, including:

• Wiltshire

• Bournemouth

• Cheshire

• North Wales and Chester

• South Manchester and Stockport

• Solihull

• South Wales

• Exeter

This means owners in many of our covered regions can access convenient pet travel appointments without needing to spend hours searching for an Official Veterinarian.

Book your summer AHC appointment

If you’re planning a summer holiday with your dog or cat, book your Animal Health Certificate appointment early.

Summer availability can fill quickly, especially around school holidays and peak travel dates.

The Pet Passport Co. provides simple, convenient AHC appointments for pet owners across Wiltshire, Bournemouth, Cheshire, North Wales and Chester, Manchester, Solihull, South Wales and Exeter.

Book your Animal Health Certificate appointment online today.