It is possible to import pets to
Spain if the following general conditions are met:
- Animals transported must be accompanied by
their owners.
- A certificate (with Spanish translation
attached) stating that the pets have been under the owner's
supervision for three months prior to importation.
- The certificate should include a declaration
that the pets are not intended for trade and that the owners
accept presenting their pets for medical checks to recognized
Veterinary Officers in accordance with legislation.
- There are specific rules for different kinds
of pets (dogs and cats, birds, monkeys and other kinds). In
general all pets will need a certificate of origin and health
which is valid for ten days only and will need to show that they
have valid anti-rabies inoculation (last twelve months or six in
some cases) except for pets under three months of age.
- Additionally for birds, monkeys and other
species a certificate stating that there has been no local
outbreak of disease that would affect that species for the last 60
days. For fuller advice please contact your local Spanish Consul.
- Owners who are only coming out for a
temporary stay should bear in mind the strict importation controls
still current in the U.K.
- VERY IMPORTANT: You must obtain X-Spot drops
or the Scalibor Anti-Parasite collar and place this on your dog's
neck 15 days before your arrival in Spain to give protection
against mosquitos and the Leishmania disease which is
prevalent in Mediterranean countries.
- VERY IMPORTANT: Another potential killer
disease is Heartworm disease, known in Spain as 'Filaria',
caused by a bite from a sandfly (smaller than a mosquito). It is
vital to protect your dog with either an annual vaccination
against infection or a monthly tablet.
Taking animals out of Spain is also
complicated and we suggest that you contact your local vet - or
someone who is familiar with all the paperwork
required. | 
