Travel with cats April 16, 2009, 10:10:05 am Yahoo Message Number: 101413Has anyone here travelted with cats into Canada, specifically British Columbia? I had found information about taking a dog, but nothing about cats. Any relevant information will be appreciated.Linda and John Prescott, AZ
Re: Travel with cats Reply #1 – April 16, 2009, 10:45:33 am Yahoo Message Number: 101414Linda Leach wrote: Has anyone here travelted with cats into Canada, specifically British Columbia? I had found information about taking a dog, but nothing about cats. Any relevant information will be appreciated. --- The rules for bringing pet cats into Canada are the same as for pet dogs, i.e., a current certificate of rabies vaccination: "Domestic or pet cats may enter Canada if accompanied by an original valid rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian(1) in either English or French, which clearly identifies the cats and states that they are currently vaccinated against rabies. The certificate should identify the animals as to breed, colour, weight, etc., and indicate the name of the licensed rabies vaccine used (trade name), including serial number and the duration of its validity (up to three years). Please note that if the duration of validity is not indicated on the certificate, it will be considered to be valid for one year. There is no waiting period imposed between the time the animal is vaccinated for rabies and the time the animal is imported into Canada." Note that this information applies to cats over three months old; kittens younger than three months aren't required to be vaccinated against rabies (and shouldn't be). Do pay attention to the (Canadian government's) requirement that your vet include the trade name of the rabies vaccine used, its serial number, and *the duration of validity*; vets in most U.S. states use a vaccine with a 36-month duration. Depending on the sate of issuance, your vet's form may not have a "space" for this information. Depending on where and when you cross into Canada, and the particular customs inspector who shows up at your window, you may or may not even be asked if you are traveling with a pet, especially if the cat(s) is/are not visible to the inspector. But, it's a very good idea to be prepared with the appropriate "pet papers" (and to pay close attention to the other border crossing regulations.)Have a good trip.Joan
Re: Travel with cats Reply #2 – April 16, 2009, 10:56:40 am Yahoo Message Number: 101416i have-often- taken my cat into bc (with my dogs). all they ask at the border for, is a valid rabies cert for all animals. the same coming back into the us. marta
Re: Travel with cats Reply #3 – April 16, 2009, 11:07:29 am Yahoo Message Number: 101419Thanks to all for the "travel with cats" info. It was as I expected, but hoped it wasn't. I guess we won't be traveling into Canada (both of my cats are completely housebound and do not get rabies shots).Thanks again,Linda and John__
Re: Travel with cats Reply #4 – April 16, 2009, 11:31:04 am Yahoo Message Number: 101420When Jackie and I crossed into Canada 3 or 4 years ago, we don't recall any questions about pets either entering Canada or returning to the U.S. We did make sure the cats were current on all vaccinations and did get a rabies certificate from their vet, but were not asked about them. Naturally, YMMV /noel/
Re: Travel with cats Reply #5 – April 16, 2009, 11:32:30 am Yahoo Message Number: 101421We took Draino into Canada ( not BC) and as previously mentioned just had a current rabies certificate. He travels with us ALL the time so I always have the certificate on board. He wears a collar with id tags BUT he is also microchipped. I recommend to anyone to get your pet cat or dog chipped. I also believe that birds ( parrots) can be chipped as well. Draino has a harness for when we propane up or I need to take him out while traveling ( he's not fond of it BUT...) He loves to travel. Not a sound unless his food dish is empty As I post this he is asleep on the bed ( we have a 30 IB ) though when underway he is on the sofa, in his bed on the window sill behind the sofa, on the chair behind the driver ..In other words whereever he pleases. Drain is the 2nd cat we have traveled with. Our first was a special needs kitty who used to get IV fluids 2x a week. My hubby made a hanger for the IV bag to hang from & I would wrap her in a towel he would hold her & in minutes it was done. I just can't imagine traveling without the cat. Would also like to get a dog..My daughter has 6 so I could "borrow" one but as I am always on call to leave to go to work at a moments notice..the cat is easier as I leave & the hubby & cat go home or where ever until they may drive to pick me up when my job is complete.Sylvia
Re: Travel with cats Reply #6 – April 16, 2009, 11:37:19 am Yahoo Message Number: 101422Quote Thanks to all for the "travel with cats" info. It was as I expected, but hoped it wasn't. I guess we won't be traveling into Canada (both of my cats are completely housebound and do not get rabies shots).Thanks again,Linda and John Linda & John, My 17.5 year-old toy poodle is 99% a house dog, yet we get him a rabies vax every three years. The cost is minimal. We have toured Campobello Island, the Canadian side of Niagara Falls, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and the magnificent Canadian Rockies. It's a shame you will forego these adventures. Can your cats not tolerate the rabies vaccine? Have you never been asked for a rabies certificate for your cats at any US campground?Paul NE 50
Re: Travel with cats Reply #7 – April 16, 2009, 11:38:27 am Yahoo Message Number: 101423QuoteI guess we won't be traveling into Canada (both of my cats are completely housebound and do not get rabies shots). Linda, we have a cat who also is completely housebound, and she still gets her rabies shot every year. (Infected rodents, bats, etc. have been known to get into houses.) It's no trauma to the cat and doesn't cost much. I'd say... if you want to take your cats into Canada, just go ahead and have them vaccinated!Martha in Santa Fe
Re: Travel with cats Reply #8 – April 16, 2009, 11:50:09 am Yahoo Message Number: 101426I checked in our files and both our cats do have rabies shots good until 12/2009. These two cats travel with us anytime we are in the LD, so if we decide to venture into Canada we will just make sure to see their vet and get a certificate with all the required information before we leave. Thanks again for all the input.Linda and John__
Re: Travel with cats Reply #9 – April 16, 2009, 12:31:01 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101428"Paul Wood" wrote: Have you never been asked for a rabies certificate for your cats at any US campground? --- This question was surprising to me; my answer would be "No". I've traveled and stayed in (and out of) just about every type of "campground", public and private, all over the U.S. and western Canada with a dog and, occasionally, with a cat. The only times that I've ever been asked for my pets' rabies certificates have been (coming and going) at Canadian border points. Joan
Re: Travel with cats Reply #10 – April 16, 2009, 02:18:36 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101434QuoteHas anyone here travelted with cats into Canada, specifically British Columbia? I had found information about taking a dog, but nothing about cats. Any relevant information will be appreciated. In 2006 we took our two in. Rabies shots and certificates required. On return to USA, we had to surrender special diet cat food that was not in original bag. Going in you give up potatoes, some fruits and veggies. Coming back, fresh/frozen chicken, beef and certain meats. Best to check ahead for current restrictions.Steve
Re: Travel with cats Reply #11 – April 16, 2009, 02:22:34 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101437QuoteI guess we won't be traveling into Canada (both of my cats are completely housebound and do not get rabies shots). Ours too, but getting the shots was no big deal, and worth it to have them with us. It was for 2 months, and their first trip in their 8 yrs. Very skittish cats, but completely at home in the LD.Steve
Re: Travel with cats Reply #12 – April 16, 2009, 02:42:13 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101438Joan,Scusset Beach State Reservation, on the Cape Cod Canal in Massachusetts requires a rabies shot certificate. That was a NE Lazy Dazer GTG site. Also, SKP Coop near Wauchula, FL. requires it, not to mention a 40 lb. max limit on a dog's weight.Alex Rutchka '05 MB
Re: Travel with cats Reply #13 – April 16, 2009, 03:17:39 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101440Have any of you cat people traveled with a cat and no toad? If so does that mean you need a generator if you were to park someplace overly hot to sightsee? How does that work? Nancy-- wannabee
Re: Travel with cats Reply #14 – April 16, 2009, 06:30:57 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101446QuoteHave any of you cat people traveled with a cat and no toad? If so does that mean you need a generator if you were to park someplace overly hot to sightsee? How does that work? Nancy-- wannabee in Atlanta > That's a very good question, Nancy. Thanks for asking! This soon-to-be ex-wannabe with a geriatric cat (18 yrs) would be interested in other people's experiences leaving an animal alone during the day in the RV. I'm assuming we can leave the over-cab windows open, plus vents (assuming no rain). Is that correct? We are planning to travel in "BluCon" mostly during the fall-winter-spring seasons, because we love being in Santa Fe in the summer and prefer to avoid gazillions of families with kids in the national parks, etc. So this may not be a huge problem for us. But still, there may be times...Thanks for any advice.Martha in Santa Fe
Re: Travel with cats Reply #15 – April 16, 2009, 06:57:32 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101448We have traveled with our two cats for three years, with and without a toad. We always leave the cats in the motorhome when we go sightseeing or out to eat, etc. We leave vents open, sometimes a window slightly (so as not to be pushed out by cats). If we had hookups and it was hot, we would leave the air on slightly if we weren't going to be gone long. Our cats love traveling in the MH. When we get home our female goes off by herself for a couples days, in depression. Our male jumps up on the overhead bed the minute the engine starts and stays there until the engine turns off. The female sleeps on couch, chair, my lap, and dash.Hope this helps.Linda and John__
Re: Travel with cats Reply #16 – April 16, 2009, 07:01:08 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101450QuoteHope this helps. It really does, Linda. You're helping to put my worries about the "kitty thing" to rest.Thanks a million!Martha
Re: Travel with cats Reply #17 – April 16, 2009, 07:32:55 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101452Nancy, We do not have a toad and have not had issues. We have 12 volt fans and with the vents open have not had any problems. If it is VERY hot then I am sure to close the blinds etc to keep the inside a bit cooler. Leave him lots of water & he's good. There have also been times when we know we will be gone ALL day and then we find a campground so we can have electric & leave the fans & ac on and rent a car to get around.Hope this helps.SylviaCurrently in Helen, GA on the way to Doll Mtn ( Carter's Lake )
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #18 – April 16, 2009, 07:57:23 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101453"Have any of you cat people traveled with a cat and no toad? If so does that mean you need a generator if you were to park someplace overly hot to sightsee? How does that work? Nancy-- wannabee in Atlanta" Common sense rules. If you think you'd be comfortable shut up in the LD while your pet is out sightseeing, then your pet will probably be comfortable. Conversely, if you think you'd be too hot or too cold, leave on what ever appliance will make your pet comfortable, e.g., portable fans, vent fans, a/c, furnace, etc.Chris Horst 2002 30' IB Arvada, CO
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #19 – April 16, 2009, 09:13:10 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101462"If you think you'd be comfortable shut up in the LD while your pet is out sightseeing, then your pet will probably be comfortable [while you do the same]." That's the best advice I've seen, Chris! Common sense indeed rules. :-) "there is hardly a day that goes by that I don't learn something from someone about LDs, RVs and RVing when I sign on to this group." Same here! I'm so grateful to all who contribute their knowledge here.Andy Baird http://www.andybaird.com/travels/
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #20 – April 17, 2009, 10:44:32 am Yahoo Message Number: 101492We have always traveled with dogs and for a few years in the beginning we still had our cat with us. You just have to adjust your thinking/planning accordingly. It does mean that there are some things you can't do and you need to accept that. If it is very hot and we need to run into a store to get something we would turn on the generator and run the A/C but if we plan to be gone more than about 15 minutes and it is so hot that leaving all the vents and coach windows and cab windows (part way) open, fantastic fan on, parked in the shade, etc or whatever else you can think of to make it comfortable for them isn't going to be good enough for a longer time period, then you just don't do it. The reason is that the generator or the A/C could fail and in fact once the 120 V current tripped a circuit breaker when we were parked in a driveway and so you can't even count on that. And, even if you think you've covered all the bases and you think they'll be fine you have to keep watch over the weather as it can change quickly as we all know. You may think that this is being overly protective but picture coming back to your camper and finding that you weren't careful enough. In the end it's really about your mind set and planning accordingly. You don't go to places when the temperatures are above comfort level. It doesn't mean you can't ever go, you just go at a different season.And the peace of mind is a great pay back.Happy travels.Helen
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #21 – April 17, 2009, 11:05:17 am Yahoo Message Number: 101498QuoteAnd the peace of mind is a great pay back.> Thanks, Helen, for the wise advice. We who love our critters so much that we want them along with us on our travels certainly want to take all precautions to ensure their safety.Martha in (SNOWY TODAY!) Santa Fe
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #22 – April 17, 2009, 05:13:30 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101529Maybe what I want to know is it best to tow a car if you travel with a cat so that I would only be leaving him in the rv in the park. I know conditions can change as some have mentioned on this topic but if I can't go out and sightsee some (I know he would not like to go sightseeing) I may as well wait till I no longer have a cat. He is 19. But then I will want another cat so that won't solve the problem. I am worried about traveling with him. So I should only travel to mild climates while I have him? That wasn't my plan. Nancy, wannabee
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #23 – April 17, 2009, 05:58:40 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101531As I told someone else, I have traveled with 2 cats since we had our LD (3 years). They love it, and we have been
Re: Travel with cats, dogs, lizards, birds, monkeys, etc. Reply #24 – April 17, 2009, 06:15:21 pm Yahoo Message Number: 101533Hi Nancy, I have a 12-going-on-13 yr old that lives in the m/h with me. He's not fond of sight-seeing, but the dogs are. :-) Cat's (his name is Raja, but I call him Cat now since he is the only Cat) reward for staying behind is watching tv with me on the sofa.He likes the m/h (especially the overhead bed area).Cheers, Helen[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
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