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Planning pet transport to Italy can feel complicated without the right support. We help families bring dogs and cats to Italy with careful preparation and dependable handling. With more than 25 years of experience, we manage relocation through major airports, including Rome Fiumicino (FCO), Milan Malpensa (MXP), Venice (VCE), Florence (FLR), and additional approved entry points.
When you work with Pet Transport Pro, your pet receives steady attention, detailed planning, and hands-on care from a team that manages each step from start to finish.
These requirements are a general guide. Contact our team to review the exact preparations needed for your pet’s travel to Italy.
Many families contact us with a question: Can I take my dog to Italy? The answer is yes, as long as your dog meets Italy’s import rules.
Italy follows European Union entry standards. This includes a valid microchip, rabies vaccination, and a USDA-endorsed health certificate. Dogs that arrive with complete documentation do not go through quarantine.
We walk you through each step so the travel plan is predictable and safe.
Moving to Italy with a dog or cat requires attention to timing, documentation, and airline rules. We help you plan microchip verification, rabies vaccine timelines, crate sizing, and USDA scheduling. Many families begin the process several weeks before travel, so every requirement is completed without stress.
Rabies vaccination is the core requirement for entering Italy. Upon arrival, airport officials check the microchip, vaccination paperwork, and the USDA-endorsed certificate. Pets with correct documents are cleared to continue to their new home without quarantine.
Most pets travel to Italy on approved air cargo routes. We handle booking, routing, and airport coordination in the United States. Airlines require crates that meet IATA standards. We help you select the correct crate size and prepare your pet for the journey so travel day is predictable.
Italy is one of our most requested destinations for pet relocation. We support travel between the United States and Italy as well as onward movement across Europe. Our team has long-standing relationships with airport animal centers and ground partners throughout Italy. These connections help us manage paperwork review, check-in procedures, and arrival steps with confidence.
Families relocating to Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, and other regions rely on us for route planning, document preparation, and careful handling.
After landing, the airport veterinary team reviews your pet’s documents. Once cleared, your pet can continue to your home or meet our trusted partner for onward transportation. We stay informed throughout the process to help you follow your pet’s progress.
All services that begin in the United States are handled by our staff. We do not use third-party handlers in the United States. Your pet stays under the care of our trained team from the start of the trip until departure.
Families often share their appreciation for the attention and support their pets received while preparing for travel.
Italy is a pet-friendly country with accessible veterinary care and many dog-friendly spaces. After arrival, local veterinarians can issue an EU Pet Passport, which makes future travel within the European Union easier.
Our founder, Anthony, began transporting pets professionally in 1997. He has appeared on Nat Geo Wild’s “We Move Animals” and completes enough annual pet miles to equal several trips around the world. He oversees a team of specialists who manage logistics and help families stay informed during their pet’s journey.
Pricing depends on your pet’s size, the route, and the level of support required. We prepare custom travel plans based on your pet’s details instead of using a single standard price. Contact us for an accurate quote.
Below is a sample of the services available for relocating pets between the United States and Italy. Every plan is adjusted to fit your pet’s needs.
Yes. Dogs can travel to Italy from the United States as long as they meet Italy’s microchip, rabies vaccination, and USDA health certificate requirements. We help organize each step so the process is clear.
Your pet needs an ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel, and USDA endorsement. These are the core Italy dog entry requirements for travel from the United States.
No. Pets traveling from the United States do not need a rabies titer test for entry into Italy.
There is no quarantine for pets arriving from the United States as long as all documents are correct and the microchip and rabies vaccination meet Italy’s entry rules.
Cabin approval depends on the airline, your pet’s size, and available routes. Many pets travel in temperature-controlled cargo. We confirm the correct travel method for your pet.
Italy’s pet travel requirements include an ISO microchip, a valid rabies vaccination, and a USDA-endorsed health certificate. We verify each requirement before travel, so nothing is missed.
Pets must arrive early for airline paperwork review and check-in. Timing depends on airport rules. We manage the schedule so your pet is processed correctly.
Pricing depends on your pet’s size, departure city, and the services needed. We prepare custom quotes based on accurate details instead of using one set price.
Yes. We manage travel in both directions and support all documentation and routing for pets returning to the United States.
Airlines may have breed rules, and some breeds may require specific handling. We confirm airline policies and create a plan that follows Italy’s import rules.
