Bringing my cat to Panama with me from the States back in 2007 was pretty simple…
Bringing him and the Doberman I adopted in Panama to France in 2018 was a bit more complicated, though.
Having a furry family member on your journey with you overseas, whether to France or anywhere else in the world, is of the utmost importance to us pet parents, and figuring out how to do it the best, most comfortable, and most affordable way is a top concern when thinking about moving overseas.
Plus, having a dog with you as you settle in and explore your new home can be a huge benefit. Most people like dogs—your new neighbors, the waiters at your local café, the shop keeps around your neighborhood will recognize you and your dog, making you feel like a part of the community that might take longer without a dog.
People will stop you on the street and ask if they can pet your pup, you’ll meet other dog owners, maybe find a group that gets together to walk or play with dogs in a park…
Dogs are one of the little hacks I’ve come to find over the years that can make your new life so much easier to plug into and enjoy.
Don’t let the hassle and the administration of getting your four-legged family to your new home intimidate you—it’s complicated but easily accomplished.
Take a look at this week’s video to learn about how to bring your pets with you to France (but know that these steps are the same anywhere in the world you might want to import your animal).
