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Safe and Stress-Free Travel to Your Destination: Your Expert in Animal Transport to , Australia
Trust in our 25 years of experience in global pet logistics. With specialized teams based directly at the Munich and Frankfurt hubs, we’ll guide your family member safely through the world’s strictest import regulations —so that the moment of reunion Down Under is as carefree as you’ve always dreamed it would be.
Australia is one of the strictest countries in the world when it comes to bringing pets into the country. Even the smallest errors in documentation can lead to significant delays, additional quarantine periods, or refusal of entry.
We’ll help you ensure your pet’s safe entry into Australia— from the initial preparations through to successful admission to quarantine in Melbourne.
pets by pro helps you and your pet travel to Australia safely, in compliance with regulations, and stress-free.
Please email your request to info@petsbypro.com.
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Everything is possible, but nothing is obligatory: we offer a comprehensive all-round service. You have the freedom to choose exactly the services you need – our flexibility guarantees a customized solution for your needs.
To help you stay on top of things, we will put together an individual checklist and schedule for you – from your inquiry to your arrival.
An animal transfer can have different requirements depending on the country, animal species and breed. We will advise you in detail.
Our transport boxes are the animals’ protective home for the duration of the flight. The boxes must be impact and break-proof, comfortable and easy to clean at the same time. The box should protect your pet from noise and disturbance and must also comply with IATA regulations and the individual requirements of your pet. We choose the right box for you – and if it doesn’t exist yet, we build it.
The transportation of animals is highly regulated. There are international animal welfare and species protection regulations for all animal species and individual breeds, compliance with which is checked by veterinarians and customs on entry and exit. We know the requirements and take care of the formalities.
Health certificates, certificates, pet passports – these are the travel documents for animals. We will check all documents for completeness before your trip and advise you on other necessary vaccinations and entry requirements.
Which airline is suitable for transportation? Which route is suitable for long-haul flights? Is a stopover necessary? We book the flight for your pet.
Animals must undergo a veterinary examination before the flight We can carry out the final examination on site before the flight.
pets by pro also offers a door-to-door service, we collect the animals from you and bring them safely to their destination.
The well-being of your pets is our top priority at pets by pro. This is why all animals are looked after by trained, but above all experienced and animal-loving staff before departure.
Moving to Australia with a Pet
Anyone who wants to emigrate to Australia with a dog or cat faces a complex organizational challenge. Australian authorities require strict compliance with all entry requirements—from microchip registration and the rabies titer test to booking quarantine in Melbourne.
For over 25 years, pets by pro has been helping families, expats, and emigrants safely transport their pets to Australia.
We coordinate:
- the entire process of entering Australia
- Import Permits
- veterinary examinations
- Document Reviews
- Quarantine Processes
- Flight bookings and IATA-compliant transportation solutions
This turns a complex bureaucratic process into a safe and predictable journey for your pet.
" The DAFF Jungle": Why Australia Doesn't Forgive Mistakes
Planning a move to Australia is often an enormous emotional burden for pet owners. Put an end to the information chaos in the bureaucratic jungle. The Australian authorities (DAFF) show no leniency: a single transposed digit or an incorrectly dated test result isn’t a minor detail that can be corrected—it’s a logistical disaster.
The daunting hurdles of importing into Australia:
- Uncompromising precision: Every health certificate, every vaccination, and especially the rabies titer test must be carried out exactly within the specified time windows. A one-day deviation can undo months of preparation.
- Import Permits: Without the proper lead time and absolutely complete documentation, the aircraft will remain grounded.
- Logistical Pressure: For laypeople, coordinating between public health officials, specialized laboratories, and flight schedules is nearly impossible to do without making mistakes.
The Consequences of Mistakes: In the worst-case scenario, a missing stamp could result in your pet being denied entry. Your pet will either be placed in expensive mandatory quarantine for months or immediately sent back at your expense. We ensure that this scenario is ruled out.
What are the requirements for bringing pets into Australia?
Australia has particularly strict biosecurity regulations for dogs and cats. Preparations often begin as early as 6 to 8 months before the planned departure.
Anyone who wants to transport a dog or a cat to Australia must comply with numerous biosecurity regulations.
The most important requirements include:
- ISO-compliant microchip
- valid rabies vaccination
- Rabies Titer Test
- Import Permit issued by the Australian authorities
- veterinary health certificates
- Quarantine Booking at the PEQ Facility in Melbourne
- Timely blood tests and parasite treatments
- IATA-compliant transport crate
Even minor formatting errors or incorrectly dated documents can lead to rejection or significant delays. That is why pets by pro reviews all documents as early as the draft stage.
The Solution: The 5-Phase Safety Model from pets by pro
We transform bureaucratic chaos into a structured, secure process. Our goal: Maximum safety for your pet and complete peace of mind for you.
1) Strategic Planning & Time Management
We’ll create a customized roadmap for you. Since preparation often takes 6 months or longer, our timeline is your foundation.
2) DRAFT Document Service (Our USP)
Our most important safety net. Before an original document is sent, our experts review all drafts to ensure they comply with Australian law.
3) Custom-made IATA transport crate
The crate is a protective home for long-distance transport. We select the perfect size or build a custom, impact- and break-resistant crate in our own workshop.
4) In-House VET Check & Technical Approval
The key advantage over regular veterinarians: Our in-house veterinarians are thoroughly familiar with the specific DAFF requirements. The examination takes place directly at the MUC or FRA location, which saves on additional travel.
5) Flight & Arrival at the Quarantine Facility (PEQ)
We book optimized routes to minimize flight time. After landing, we oversee the process until the handover to the Mickleham Post-Entry Quarantine (PEQ) Facility in Melbourne.
The USP in Detail: DRAFT Document Service
Our most important safety net has been making your documents “bulletproof” since 1999. The key difference: We request preliminary drafts from the laboratories, before official certificates are issued. This allows us to correct errors before they are officially recorded.
“We’d rather fail on paper so that you never fail at the border.”
Location Expertise: Munich (MUC) & Frankfurt (FRA)
Our physical presence at key German hubs ensures seamless monitoring of the logistics chain.
How much does it cost to transport an animal to Australia?
The cost of bringing a dog or cat into Australia depends on several factors.
These include, among other things:
- Pet’s Size and Weight
- Flight Route and Airline
- Quarantine Stay in Melbourne
- veterinary examinations
- required transport box
- Government fees and import permits
- Scope of the desired service package
After a no-obligation initial assessment, we will provide you with a transparent, customized cost estimate for your pet’s transport to Australia.
Package Overview: Transparent Security
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Full-Service Modules in Detail
Route Optimization
Every hour less in the air means less stress. We choose airlines with the highest level of expertise in transporting animals.
IATA Crate Construction
Standard sizes are often not sufficient. In our workshop, we craft crates that are precisely tailored to your pet’s anatomy—for maximum safety.
Appropriate care
We treat your pet like a member of the family. Before departure, we provide water, a quiet place to relax, and plenty of loving care in our quiet areas.
Government Management
We handle all communication with customs and veterinary authorities so that you can focus on your own move.
Why Australia Has Particularly Strict Rules for Pets
Australia protects its unique wildlife through extremely strict biosecurity regulations. Diseases such as rabies do not occur in Australia. For this reason, the authorities enforce particularly strict controls on the entry of dogs and cats.
Even small mistakes in:
- Vaccinations
- Lab results
- Microchip Data
- Time Windows
- Health Certificates
may result in an animal being denied entry.
That is why professional preparation is crucial when traveling to Australia with a pet.
FAQ – Expert Answers on Bringing Pets into Australia
Preparation for dogs and cats usually takes 6 to 8 months. Key deadlines include those related to the rabies vaccination, titer test, document review, and booking quarantine in Melbourne.
Upon arrival, a stay of at least 10 days at the government-run Post-Entry Quarantine (PEQ) facility in Mickleham, near Melbourne, is required. pets by pro coordinates the entire process in advance.
The most important documents include microchip registration records, vaccination records, rabies titer test results, veterinary health certificates, and the official import permit issued by the Australian authorities.
Even the slightest errors in lab results, dates, or microchip data can result in denial of entry. That is why we review all documents at the draft stage, before official certificates are issued.
Australia generally allows dogs and cats to enter the country only through approved cargo procedures followed by quarantine.
Ideally, you should start at least 7 to 8 months before your planned move to Australia. This will give you enough time to meet all veterinary and regulatory requirements.
In our own workshop, we manufacture custom-made IATA transport crates for dogs and cats—which are especially important for long-haul flights to Australia.
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Reliable: Our mission at pets by pro is to provide pet owners worldwide with a reliable and safe transportation solution.
Species-appropriate and committed to animal welfare: We strictly adhere to species protection regulations and work to ensure largely stress-free transportation for your animals.
Experience: 25 years of experience speak for themselves, we all still enjoy working with animals.
Animal-friendly: We transport your family member, not goods. You will notice this from the very first contact.
Our mission at
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Our mission at pets by pro is to provide pet owners worldwide with a reliable and safe transportation solution. We guarantee a largely stress-free transport for your beloved animals by taking care of their individual needs and taking all necessary precautions for their safety. We adhere strictly to all applicable regulations and are actively committed to the protection and welfare of the animals. Your satisfaction and the well-being of your pets are our top priority.
Ready for a safe flight to Down Under?
Moving to Australia is a great adventure. We make sure that the complex logistics involved remain out of sight for you and that your family member arrives safely at their destination.
Contact our experts for a no-obligation consultation:
- Munich Headquarters: +49 89 9761 700 | info@petsbypro.com
- Frankfurt Office: +49 69 2474 2456-0 | fra@petsbypro.com
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Südallee Module A, 4th floor
85356 Munich-Airport
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P.O. Box 23 19 52
85328 Munich
pets by pro GmbH
Südallee Module A, 4th floor
85356 Munich-Airport
Postal address
P.O. Box 23 19 52
85328 Munich
