Travel The Fascinating Islands - Canary Islands Travel Tips For Canary Islands:
 Travelling to Spain with a pet:Travellers visiting Spain with a pet, should present valid documentation such as a passport or a veterinary certificate for the pet, also providing sufficient proof that the owner has been in possession of the pet at least three months before arrival to Spain or from the time of birth of the pet. The owner is not allowed to sell the pet and Spain and will have to bear all expenses with regards to the sanitary maintenance of the pet for the safety of other people subject to all sanitary regulations.
While travelling with pets:
1. It is necessary to place a muzzle on the pet ( which is an equipment used to place on the snout of an animal to keep it from biting).
2. The pets should be identified with a tattoo or a microchip.
3. The pet should be carried in an appropriate container.
4. Not all accommodations in Spain accept the entry of pets , neither does every restaurant.
5. The maximum number of pets that are allowed to be carried in to the country depends of the species.
6. It is important to get the number of a good place that renders veterinary services , example vet, pet salon etc...
 Particular Pets:If the pet travelling with the visitor is a dog, cat or a ferret. The pet before entering the country should should be vaccinated for the prevention of rabies, the animal's entry into Spain will be restricted if the owner is unable to present any proof showing that the animal has been vaccinated for rabies , and meet other sanitary requirements from the resident country, in addition the pets have to be identified by the means of a tattoo or micro chip. The animal will not be allowed to enter the country if it is less than three months old.
 Birds are restricted: The entry of birds into Spain have been restricted due to the rise of the Avian flu in the past , therefore regardless of the resident country of the bird pet , be an EU member state or not , the bird will not be allowed an entry into Spain. The entry of ornamental birds into the country is prohibited as well.
Endangered species: Endangered species entering Spain with a traveller are always protected by certain regulations by international agreements.
Vaccinations before travelling to Spain/Visa Specifications:
Visitors to Spain need not be vaccinated before entering Spain, unless it has been it has been thought necessary by the concerning authority in certain circumstances to get a medical check up done for any illness requiring quarantine. However is is advisble to get an anti tetanus if travellers are planning to take frequent outdoor trips which may cause bruises or cuts in the course of travel. ********************************************* | 