The Yacht Pet is a professional pet yachting company dedicated to the owners, captains, and crew. We offer comprehensive consulting, management, research, and pet travel solutions helping navigate global waters with pets on board.
Do not be denied entry at your destination due to improper pet preparations and planning.
Waves of change continuously impact pet travel protocol.
With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, our knowledge and service elevates your experience with a pet on board.
The Yacht Pet is the most comprehensive and preeminent resource for pet travel by sea. With decades of animal handling, transportation, and shipping experience we are an international company specializing in international pet travel. With deliver unparalleled service for pets traveling by sea or air.
Our parent company Life Unleashed (lifeunleashed.com) has been a proud member of IPATA (International Pet and Animal Transportation Association) since 2009, is certified as a LAR specialist by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and serves as a multi island and country expert for destinations around the world and surrounding oceans.
Navigating your pet through the waters
Over the many years we have cultivated a professional, reliable, and knowledgeable team throughout the world. We simplify the pet travel process by navigating complex regulations, assisting with paperwork, and facilitating sea travel logistics. As a full-service pet travel agency, we oversee the entire process to ensure safety, comfort, and peace of mind in a fun yet professional manner. Our unwavering commitment to quality ensures every client receives the best possible experience in getting paws to paradise. We pride ourselves on accuracy, responsiveness, and cultivating lifelong relationships of trust.
Meet our crew
Welcome on board The Yacht Pet! Below is our own canine crew and founder of the company. When not at sea we are off traveling and researching the next great destination and staying abreast of the most current information to best serve you.
Work with The Yacht Pet
Are you a tourism organization, marina, yacht, travel company or pet friendly service looking to enhance your reach and work with a pet lifestyle company that covers pet-friendly yacht and destination travel? If so, The Yacht Pet provides the perfect fit. We are pleased to collaborate with a wide variety of brands.
K M Gallagher, MBA
Founder, CEO + Captain
Seal of Approval
Quality Assurance
The Deckhands
Eli, Jethro, Willow
Hemingway
First Mate
Assisting boaters with the most desirable global cruising destinations and the pet yachting lifestyle.
FAQs
What is the FAVN test that is required?
The Fluorescent Antibody Virus Neutralisation (FAVN) test is a live virus test which determines whether the animal has adequate levels of rabies antibodies following vaccination. An antibody level ≥0.5IU/ml is deemed adequate to protect against rabies. It’s a common test for pets traveling to rabies-free countries. This is a separate test that is not the same as a current rabies vaccination.
How far in advance should I start planning?
When traveling with a pet to an international destination it is advised to start planning well in advance. In most instances we suggest at least six months to begin the process. Some tests can take awhile for turnaround time or are subject to precise validity periods. Make sure your pet remains current on all vaccinations and do not let any of the vaccinations lapse especially rabies.
Does my pet need to be microchipped?
Yes, a pet should be microchipped for international travel. It is important that your pet be microchipped before the initial rabies vaccine or this can impact validity. Also, make sure to include your pet’s microchip number on all corresponding health certificates, tests, and rabies vaccinations. In addition, you should have a certificate of microchip that states your pet’s name, microchip number, date of implantation, and anatomical location. Before travel make sure to have your vet scan the microchip to make sure it is readable.
Does my pet need to meet entry requirements if staying on board?
This will depend on the destination. In some cases a pet may need to be granted an in-transit permit and for other destinations a pet may not be allowed in the waters of the jurisdiction. It is very important to obtain this information as per entry allowance or in transit protocol when traveling with a pet on onboard and even if not disembarking.
You and your pet will enjoy smooth sailing with us on board.
- A vetted and professional global network
- Alleviate documentation stress
- Rest assured with our vast experience
The Yacht Pet - Advice for Pets at Sea 