Can I bring in my dog's effects into Australia - e.g collar/lead/jumper/soft bed?

Yes, you can bring them, but they are considered "used animal equipment" and must be declared at the border for inspection: You must declare certain food, plant material and animal products.

1. How can I avoid pet quarantine in Australia?
2. Are prong collars banned in Australia?
3. Can you import dogs into Australia?
4. How much does it cost to bring a dog into Australia?
5. How long is quarantine for dogs going to Australia?
6. How long do pets have to stay in quarantine in Australia?
7. Are prong collars really that bad?
8. Are electric dog collars illegal in Australia?
9. Do prong collars cause aggression?
10. Which airline is most pet friendly?
11. How much does it cost to import a dog from New Zealand to Australia?
12. Can dogs fly in cabin Australia?

How can I avoid pet quarantine in Australia?

To avoid an awkward situation at the Australian border, make sure your pet has received all the vaccinations required:

1. A rabies vaccination within one year of entering Australia.
2. Recommended cat vaccines – against feline enteritis, rhinotracheitis and calicivirus.

Are prong collars banned in Australia?

Pronged collars (also known as a pinch or constriction collar) are illegal to import into Australia but are not illegal to use on dogs, except in Victoria.

Can you import dogs into Australia?

Dogs can be imported into Australia under strict conditions to manage biosecurity risks. The Australian Government Department of Agriculture is the government agency responsible for managing biosecurity risks from imports.

How much does it cost to bring a dog into Australia?

How much will it cost to import my cat or dog to Australia? See cat and dog import permit application fees and government animal quarantine station fees. The minimum cost to import one cat or dog that undergoes the minimum 10 days quarantine is $2000.

How long is quarantine for dogs going to Australia?

Quarantine Rules for Dogs Entering Australia

The standard stay in quarantine for dogs and cats is 10 days. This is the minimum period; there is a chance a longer stay may be required.

How long do pets have to stay in quarantine in Australia?

All pet dogs and cats entering Australia from category II and III countries are required by the Australian Government to spend a minimum of ten days in the Post Entry Quarantine (PEQ) at Melbourne. The length of the quarantine depends on the country your pet is travelling from and your pet's health status.

Are prong collars really that bad?

When used properly, the prong collar can actually protect the dog from trachea damage caused by an inexperienced handler or by the dog itself when it pulls on the collar excessively due to excitement or bad behavior. ... A drooping collar can cause the dogs neck to actually get pinched and hurt the dog.

Are electric dog collars illegal in Australia?

Legality. Although the use of electric shock collars is illegal in New South Wales, South Australia, and the Australian Capital Territory, they are able to be used in all other states and territories, although often with restrictions on use.

Do prong collars cause aggression?

The fear and pain elicited when the dog feels the prong collar being pulled may temporarily stop his pulling/lunging/etc., but it doesn't teach him what he should be doing instead. Suppression of instinctual behaviors can lead to learned helplessness, redirected aggression, and physical issues.

Which airline is most pet friendly?

Most pet-friendly U.S. airlines

• Southwest Airlines: Best for cheap pet fees.
• JetBlue: Best for pet amenities.
• Allegiant Air: Best for pet check-in process.
• Frontier Airlines: Not really the best for anything.
• Alaska Airlines: Best for unique pets in checked baggage.
• Hawaiian Airlines: Best for inter-island flights in Hawaii.

How much does it cost to import a dog from New Zealand to Australia?

If you want to bring your dog to Australia, you will need to apply for an import permit from the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment. This will cost you approximately $480 (AUD), and an additional $240 (AUD) for any additional dog.

Can dogs fly in cabin Australia?

Are Dogs Allowed to Fly in the Cabin in Australia? The first thing I need to break is that unfortunately dogs are not allowed to travel in the cabin on flights within Australia (as well as to and from Australia), unless they are a recognised service dog (with all the paperwork rules of the airlines satisfied).