Brexit Impact on Regulations

Brexit

UK's exit from the European Union.

Companion Animal Species

Dogs, cats, and ferrets needing special regulations.

Five Freedoms of Movement

Rights for people, services, goods, money, pets.

EU Pet Travel Scheme

Regulations for pet movement within EU countries.

Part 1 Listed Countries

Countries following EU Pet Travel Scheme rules.

Part 2 Listed Countries

Countries needing additional conditions for pet travel.

Unlisted Countries

Countries not recognized under EU pet travel categories.

Animal Health Certificate (AHC)

Document required for pet travel to the EU.

Microchipping

Identification method required for pets before travel.

Rabies Vaccination

Mandatory vaccination for pets prior to travel.

Tapeworm Treatment

Required treatment before travel to certain countries.

Post-Brexit Regulations

New laws governing pet travel from Great Britain.

Great Britain (GB)

Island comprising England, Scotland, and Wales.

European Single Market

Economic area allowing free movement of goods and services.

Assistance Dogs

Specially trained dogs aiding individuals with disabilities.

EU Member States

Countries that are part of the European Union.

Transition Period

Timeframe for adjusting to new regulations post-Brexit.

Primary Vaccination

Initial rabies vaccination before travel requirements.

Health Certificates

Documents certifying pet health for travel compliance.

Travel Requirements

Specific steps pets must meet for international travel.

Countries and Territories

Geographical areas subject to pet travel regulations.

Pet Passport

Previous document for pet travel, now replaced by AHC.

Traveling with Pets

Guidelines for moving pets internationally post-Brexit.

Travellers' Point of Entry (TPE)

Designated entry points for pets into the EU.

Animal Health Certificate (AHC)

Required document for pet travel to prevent diseases.

Official Veterinarian (OV)

Veterinarian authorized to issue health certificates.

Rabies Vaccination

Mandatory vaccination for pets before entering GB.

Export Health Certificate (EHC)

Document confirming pet health for non-EU travel.

Pet Passport

Document allowing pet travel within EU and listed countries.

Microchipped

Identification requirement for pets entering Great Britain.

Canine Tapeworm Treatment

Treatment required for pets before entering GB.

Blood Sample Testing

Required for rabies vaccination verification in unlisted countries.

Rabies Antibody Level

Minimum 0.5 IU/ml needed for successful vaccination.

Waiting Period

3 months after blood sample before travel from unlisted countries.

Vaccination Proof

Evidence required to show pet is vaccinated against rabies.

Listed Countries

Countries where pet passports are accepted in GB.

Non-EU Travel Rules

Different requirements for pets traveling to non-EU countries.

Health Requirements

Criteria pets must meet for international travel.

Primary Vaccination

Initial rabies vaccination needed before travel to GB.

EU Member State

Country where EU pet passports are issued.

Travel Restrictions

Additional rules may apply based on destination country.

Companion Animal

Pet accompanying owner during travel.

Documentation

All necessary papers required for pet travel.

Foreign Diseases

Diseases not present in the UK, targeted by regulations.

Travel from Northern Ireland

Same rules apply as EU for pet entry to GB.

Veterinary Practice

Facility where pet owners obtain health certificates.

Test Results

Veterinarian must provide owners with test results.

Blood Sample Date

Date of blood sample recorded in veterinary certificate.

Rabies Vaccination

Animal's rabies vaccinations must remain current.

UK Rabies Status

UK has been rabies-free since early 20th century.

Bat Rabies Case

One recorded rabies case from bat in UK.

Rabies Symptoms

Initial symptoms appear 3 to 12 weeks post-bite.

Initial Symptoms

High temperature, headache, anxiety, bite discomfort.

Advanced Symptoms

Confusion, aggression, hallucinations, muscle spasms.

Rabies Fatality

Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear.

Echinococcus multilocularis

Tapeworm infecting canids, causing illness in humans.

Tapeworm Treatment Timing

Treatment must occur 24 to 120 hours before entry.

Praziquantel Requirement

Treatment must contain praziquantel or equivalent.

Exemption from Treatment

No treatment needed from specific rabies-free countries.

UK Echinococcus Cases

No domestically acquired Echinococcus multilocularis cases reported.

Cystic Echinococcosis

Hydatid disease from E. granulosus causes cysts.

Symptoms of Hydatid Disease

Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting from liver cysts.

Alveolar Echinococcosis

Slow lesion development primarily in the liver.

Symptoms of Alveolar Echinococcosis

Weight loss, abdominal pain, hepatic failure signs.

Quarantine Purpose

Determines animal disease status before country entry.

Decline of Quarantine

Quarantine use has decreased due to pet travel scheme.

Quarantine Exemptions

No quarantine if pet meets specific travel rules.

Quarantine Requirements

Mandatory for pets not meeting travel regulations.

Quarantine

Separation of animals to prevent disease transmission.

Isolation

Segregation of infected animals from healthy ones.

Ports for Quarantine

Designated locations for animal quarantine entry.

Airports for Quarantine

Airports authorized for animal quarantine entry.

DEFRA

Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Application for Licence

Form to request animal quarantine detention.

Landing Licence

Document allowing animal entry into quarantine.

Rabies Cargo Sticker

Label required for transporting quarantined animals.

High Security Enclosed Yard

Area for secure animal transfer at quarantine.

Vaccination Requirement

All animals must be rabies vaccinated within 24 hours.

Kennel Identification

Clear markings and records for each kennel.

Impenetrable Perimeter Fence

Security feature surrounding quarantine facility.

Double Door Entry

Entry system preventing simultaneous door opening.

Disinfectant Mats

Mats for disinfecting footwear before entering facility.

Veterinary Superintendent

Veterinarian overseeing quarantine operations daily.

Staff Training

Education on rabies dangers for kennel staff.

Individual Kennels

Separate enclosures for each quarantined animal.

Kennel Size for Small Dogs

Sleeping area: 1.1 m², run: 3.7 m² minimum.

Kennel Size for Medium Dogs

Sleeping area: 1.4 m², run: 5.5 m² minimum.

Kennel Size for Large Dogs

Sleeping area: 1.4 m², run: 7.4 m² minimum.

Kennel Size for Cats

Total floor area: at least 1.4 m².

Kennel Height Requirement

Minimum height of 1.8 m for all kennels.

Release Criteria for Animals

Conditions under which animals can leave quarantine.

Rabies Outbreak Protocol

Extended quarantine if rabies outbreak occurs.

Shared Accommodation Risk

Extended quarantine if a cohabiting pet dies.