Destination: Hobart
Taking Pets to Hobart Australia
Taking Pets to Hobart Australia
Moving to Hobart, Australia, with your pet opens the door to a lifestyle rich in natural beauty, with the city’s stunning waterfront, surrounding mountains, and a welcoming, close-knit community. Hobart is renowned for its pet-friendly parks, scenic walking trails, and the relaxed pace of life, making it an ideal destination for pet owners seeking a peaceful environment. However, bringing your pet from the UK to Hobart involves navigating Australia’s rigorous biosecurity regulations to protect its unique ecosystem.
Australia’s import laws are among the strictest in the world, and Hobart, as part of Tasmania, has additional requirements due to its island status. From mandatory vaccinations and quarantine requirements to understanding local pet registration rules, the process can seem daunting. Engaging a professional pet relocation service can simplify the journey, ensuring that all aspects of the move are handled efficiently and according to Australian law.
Whether you’re settling in Hobart’s historic neighborhoods or its scenic outskirts, this guide will walk you through the steps to relocate your pet, allowing them to settle safely and comfortably into their new home and enjoy one of Australia’s most picturesque cities.
Step 1: Begin with Early Research and Preparation
When planning to relocate your pet to Hobart, Tasmania, it is crucial to start your preparations early. Australia’s biosecurity laws are among the strictest in the world, and Tasmania, being an island state with a unique ecosystem, has even more stringent requirements to protect its environment.
- Consult your vet: It is recommended that you speak with your veterinarian at least nine months before your intended move. This ensures ample time to complete all necessary steps and avoid potential delays.
- Professional assistance: Working with a professional pet relocation service, such as PetAir UK, can help streamline the process and ensure compliance with all requirements.
Step 2: Understand the Quarantine Requirements
All pets entering Australia, including those destined for Hobart, must undergo a mandatory quarantine period. Pets are housed at the Mickleham Quarantine Facility near Melbourne, as Hobart does not have its own quarantine facility.
- The quarantine period typically lasts between 10 and 30 days, depending on the compliance with all biosecurity requirements.
- If all steps are completed correctly, your pet may only need to stay in quarantine for 10 days. PetAir UK can assist you in ensuring that all documentation and veterinary steps are followed precisely, minimizing the quarantine period.
Step 3: Identification Check for 10-Day Quarantine Eligibility
To qualify for the 10-day quarantine period (instead of the standard 30 days), pets must undergo a new identity verification process before the Rabies Neutralising Antibody Titre Test (RNATT).
- The ID check must take place before blood sampling for the RNATT. If the RNATT is conducted before this verification, it becomes invalid, and the 180-day waiting period for export will restart from the date the new blood sample is received by the lab.
- The new identity check process will be implemented in the UK from 4 November 2024, meaning the earliest pets will be eligible for export under this process is 3 May 2025.
- The identity check is complex and must be completed by two OV66-authorized veterinarians. PetAir UK can help guide you through this step, ensuring everything is done correctly for your pet to be eligible for the shorter quarantine period.
Step 4: Import Permit Application
An Import Permit is required to bring your pet into Australia, and after the Rabies blood test (RNATT), it is one of the most critical steps in the process.
- The import permit application can take several months, so once your pet’s Rabies test results are back, it is essential to start this application immediately. PetAir UK can assist with the application to ensure timely submission and approval.
Step 5: Booking Quarantine Accommodation
Since there is only one centralised quarantine facility in Australia, quarantine spaces can fill up quickly. Booking your pet’s quarantine accommodation as soon as the import permit is issued is critical.
- Early booking ensures that your pet has a place reserved, which will help you avoid delays in your pet’s travel to Australia.
Step 6: Veterinary Treatments & Additional Blood Tests
To comply with Australia’s strict biosecurity regulations, your pet must undergo a series of veterinary tests and treatments in the months leading up to their travel.
- PetAir UK will provide your veterinary practice with detailed, step-by-step instructions on the required tests and treatments. This ensures compliance with Australian regulations and successful entry into the country.
- Our services can include your vet’s costs, so you won’t need to worry about handling additional fees during vet appointments.
Step 7: Arrival in Australia
Upon arrival at Melbourne Airport, your pet will be met by staff from the Mickleham Quarantine Facility.
- After completing the mandatory biosecurity clearance, your pet will be transferred directly to the quarantine facility.
- While in quarantine, your pet’s health and well-being will be closely monitored. You will be kept informed of your pet’s condition throughout their stay.
- If any health issues arise, they will be promptly addressed by the quarantine staff, and you will be notified immediately.
Step 8: Arranging Transport from Quarantine to Hobart
After the quarantine period is completed, most pets will need transportation from Melbourne to Hobart. PetAir UK works with trusted agents in Australia to handle the onward transportation to Hobart.
- Pets are usually collected early in the morning on their release day and placed on the soonest available flight to Hobart, ensuring a swift reunion.
- This final leg of the journey will be carefully arranged so that you can focus on enjoying your reunion with your pet.
Step 9: Enjoy Life with Your Pet in Hobart
Once your pet has safely arrived in Hobart, you can start enjoying life together in your new home. Hobart offers many pet-friendly parks, trails, and outdoor spaces that are perfect for exploring with your pet.
By following these steps and working with PetAir UK, you can ensure that your pet’s relocation to Hobart is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Although the process can be complex, early planning and professional support will help ensure everything is compliant and that your pet is reunited with you in Hobart without unnecessary delays.
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Shah and Gus at Perth
Shah & Gus arrived safe and well. They have settled in very quickly.
It was very emotional collecting them at the Airport. Thanks to all at PetAir for taking care of my fur babies.
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Bramble flew to Australia – September 2020
Well, that’s him arrived!
We picked him up this morning – only wrinkle was that the crate still did not fit the car but we can sort that out.
I will get the final bill from the Quarantine folk paid and it only remains for me to say a huge thank you to you and all of your colleagues along the way for getting Bramble here in challenging times and for steering me in the correct direction and mopping my anxious doggy-parent brow on more than one occasion!
Bramble is trying to follow everyone around as he gets used to his new surrounding and his Australian “pack” but I am sure as the days go by he will get settled!
Thanks for everything
Colvin
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Laika and Skip flew to Melbourne, Australia
I just wanted to say thank you so much for all your help in getting my babies safely to Melbourne. I was very happy with the service and never felt a bother when I asked a thousand questions about the process. I really appreciate all the reassurance and understanding you provided, as this helped keep my anxieties at bay. I was so impressed by how easily you were able to sort and rearrange our travel arrangements when I became ill after having my baby. It couldn’t have been easier or more stress free on my part. I picked up Laika and Skip from quarantine expecting them to be skinny and shaking with stress, but they were the happy healthy pups I left in the UK. They have settled into life here so easily and I am so glad we were able to bring them along. Thank you Catherine and thank you to everyone at PetAir UK, I would definitely recommend you to anyone!!
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Pippi the dog flew to Australia
Hi Rachel, Just wanted to let you know that we collected Pippi from quarantine this morning and she’s settling into her new home down under quite nicely.
She’s lost quite a lot of weight in quarantine, but generally she’s in great shape.
Thank you and everybody at Pet Air for everything – this was a long project for me: my initial enquiry with you was at the end of 2014, and at times I didn’t think it was ever going to happen…but here she is! You and your team made the whole thing very straight forward for me, and I’m very, very grateful.
Kind regards, Sxxxx
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Finally, Athena made it over to Brisbane, Australia!
Hi Catherine,
Just to let you know I collected Athena from BNE yesterday for a very happy reunion.
I’m not sure which of us was more excited! Actually, my Dad wins – hands down ! He’s already calling Athena “my dog” and after only 3 hours together the pair of them are inseparable.
Thank you for all your help. I can’t imagine even trying to organise all this by myself. Fantastic service!
Warm Regards,
Drew, Roz and Athena
Oh….And Jim!
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Nigel the cat flew to Tasmania
Hi Lenny and Catherine
Nigel is home, safe and sound. He’s explored every room of his new home, steadfastly ignored all his new toys, eaten far more treats than strictly necessary, and is now cuddled up by my feet on the sofa looking very contented and happy.
A huge thank you to both of you and everyone else involved in getting him safely here. You’ve obviously looked after him very well, and it’s wonderful to have him back. We missed him so much!
We really appreciate everything you’ve done. If we ever hear of someone wanting to bring their pet over from the UK, we will keep recommending you relentlessly until they give in!
Thanks again,
Lxxxx and family.
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Bert In Melbourne
“Dear Linsey and Catherine,
Sorry for the delay in replying and can I just say a massive massive THANK YOU for all your help with Bert, you were brilliant with our last minute issues, reassuring, calm and everything else.
We collected Bert last weekend and apart from being very pleased to see us and a tad skinny he is full of beans.
I’ve attached a couple of photos, feel free to use them anywhere you like (I apologise for appearing in one of them!).
If you ever want to put a client in touch with somebody as a testimonial then please do not hesitate.
All the very best,
Cxxxx and Nxxxxx”
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Sonny, Floss and Mylo went to Cairns, Australia
I just wanted to let you know that sonny floss and Mylo have all arrived safely and are with dad in cairns enjoying their new home! I wanted to thank you for your great efforts in helping us to move our fur babies to Australia, I have had nothing but absolute confidence in you and your company and in making it a smooth transition for myself and my husband and our adored pets, your driver was extremely professional and certainly made me feel like he loved my animals as much I do and he was brilliant in what was an extremely emotional time for me, you are both a huge credit to your company and I feel so happy that we used you to take care of everything.
Thank you again, I wish you all the best and would 100% recommend you to anyone thinking of moving their pets overseas.
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Jett flew to Australia June 2023
Oh how happy we are!!
Thankyou Pet Air UK for an amazing service getting our 10 year old Goldie from The UK back to his homeland Australia. Special mentions to Alfie and Kim for keeping us updated when transporting him and to Ali who set us up at the start and for answering my millions of questions and last but definitely not least to Emma our wonderful Export Consultant for her time, patience and expertise, she also answered my millions of questions with promptness and professionalism and kindness. We have loved being kept informed of Jetts whereabouts along the way, everything was clear and concise and the photos you get really do make a difference. We were thankful to know that Jett was healthy and calm during his travels! First class service! Our advice for anyone wanting to transport their pet is – plan early, ask all the questions and definitely choose Pet Air UK!”
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Pip to Australia
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything in getting Pip to Melbourne! She’s been home a week and a half now and is doing great! I think she likes Aussie life and is enjoying beach walks and the sunshine!
Pip was much better in herself than expected when I picked her up from the Australian quarantine, the facility seemed well organised and the staff were very nice. Thank you again for making the process so much easier for all of us – our family is now complete!
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Sansa to Australia – August 2019
Everything went very well with Sansa’s relocation to Australia… in fact, so much better than I expected. She is quite a sensitive little thing, but she has settled into her new Aussie home really quickly. Thanks so much for looking after her and making the whole procedure far less stressful than it could have been. Thanks again!
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Teddy to Australia
“Hi Linsey, Many thanks for your message and bringing teddy to us safely. He is doing well and getting use to his new life down under! I attach a couple of pics from his day he arrived where he is smiling!:
Many thanks, Mxxxxx & Ted”
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Dotty to Australia
“Dear Catherine and Linsey,
Just wanted to say thank you for your help in arranging Dotty’s travel arrangements to Australia. All went smoothly and she is settling really well. Here we are on Brighton beach Adelaide at the weekend. Doggy paradise.
Best wishes
Dxxxxx”
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Elvis, Oscar, Princess and Zion to Australia
“Hi Everyone
This is just to send you all a BIG thank you for your help, service, patience and understanding with the move of our four cats to Australia. The service you provided was excellent. Moving country can be so stressful but Catherine especially I knew I could contact you with any concerns or worries with the cats’ move and you would reply straight away with reassurance! From the time I received a quote to even the driver Kevin collecting the cats, I felt that your service was first rate.
Lenny, thank you for sending your updates once the cats arrived in Melbourne. The video was such a lovely touch and was so reassuring.
The cats have settled in well. Princess is still a little nervous (she is a nervous cat anyway) but the others seem fine and are all adjusting well!
Some pics are attached 🙂
Thank you again.
Take care
Cxxxxx Dxxxxxx”
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Amber is loving Sydney life!
Thank you so much for everything Pet Air did for us. We are so very appreciative of everything you did, both for us and for Amber. It took all the stress and worry out having you guide us the whole way through the process and we knew Amber was in safe hands. I would also be happy to recommend you to anyone who wanted to move their pet 🙂