We have also provided links to general information on pet travel and to pet travel requirements from some major airlines. The best advice for traveling with your pet is to plan ahead. Have your pet checked by a veterinarian to make sure it is in good health for traveling. Be sure to take a copy of your pet's health certificate and proof of inoculation with you - these are required by many airlines and are also necessary when traveling to a foreign country. If you are traveling out of the country, please check with your travel carrier and the consulate of the country you'll be visiting for specific requirements well in advance.
Many countries have quarantine laws regarding animals.
Even within the U.S., it is wise to plan ahead, for example, Hawaii also has a quarantine law regarding animals entering the Islands. Below you will find some resources which may provide you with more specific information as well as travel tips. There is a great deal of information available about traveling with your pet. Below we have included a sample selection of articles from popular magazines and newspapers. Many upscale hotels not only accept pets but provide special services such as grooming, room service with pet food, and dog walking.