If you are moving within Alberta, view our pet-friendly housing listing page to help you and your pet find a home where you can stay together.
If you’re in transition and can take your pet back once you find a permanent, pet-friendly place to live, consider emergency boarding or having them stay with family/friends.
Consider staying at a pet-friendly hotel for a short period to give yourself more time to find long-term pet-friendly housing.
When relocating internationally, give yourself time to research the pet import laws for the place you’re moving.
In some countries, certain animal types or breeds may not be permitted.
Many countries will require your pet be vaccinated and/or microchipped, and may have a mandatory quarantine period.
Your vet may have assisted other clients with international moves and be familiar with what’s needed.
A veterinarian can also assess whether your bet would be suitable for a long-distance move.
If your pet can move with you, they can provide the required medical records or vaccines to ensure a smooth transition to your new home.
There are companies who specialize in assisting with pet relocation both domestically and internationally that are familiar with both safe transport and the paperwork and logistics required.
The International Pet and Animal Transportation Association (IPATA) is a network of pet shippers who must adhere to specific rules and regulations and offers a tool for finding IPATA member pet shippers by air or ground based on location.
If these options haven’t worked for you, you can return to our HELP Tool to find more ideas tailored to different concerns.
If you’re thinking of re-homing your pet, we recommend taking steps to find them a new home yourself before bringing them to a rescue or shelter. Pets often do better if they can go directly to a new family. For tips on how to responsibly rehome your pet, read our guide.
If you still have questions or want to talk about other options, please submit a support request below and a member of our team will get in touch with you.