travel services
Vet on the Loose makes it easy by providing Animal Health Certificates (AHCs) in the comfort of your home.
We offer mobile appointments across Essex, Hertfordshire, and London, so your pet’s paperwork is sorted stress-free.
✅ What You Need for Pet Travel to the EU
To travel from Great Britain to the EU (or Northern Ireland), your dog, cat or ferret needs:
A Microchip
Your pet must be microchipped and the chip must be readable.
A Rabies Vaccination
Must be given after the microchip.
Your pet must be at least 12 weeks old.
This must be given at least 21 days before travel.
An Animal Health Certificate (AHC)
Issued within 10 days of travel.
Valid for entry into the EU, travel within the EU for 4 months, and return to the UK.
One certificate per trip.
Tapeworm Treatment (for Dogs only)
Required for entry into certain countries, including Ireland, Finland, Norway, and Malta.
Must be given 24–120 hours before arrival.
🏡 Mobile Animal Health Certificate Service
We bring the paperwork to you!
During your free pre-AHC appointment we’ll:
Talk to you about your travel plans
Check your pet’s vaccination status
Explain the full process
Tell you the total price
Answer any questions you might have
At your home appointment, we’ll:
Check your pet’s microchip
Review their rabies vaccination status
Complete and issue the AHC
Provide tapeworm treatment if needed
Answer any travel questions
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Contact us
We’re here to help!
Whether you’re curious about us, need help booking an appointment, or just want to say hi, we’re just a message or phone call away.
Send us a message using the form or call us on 01279 214264
