Microchip, vaccination and pet passport checklist
Buyers should match document claims across the animal, breeder, veterinarian and travel route before assuming a puppy or kitten is ready to move.
Check before handover
- Microchip number is readable and appears consistently on records.
- Animal age fits the vaccination and handover timeline.
- Rabies timing is route-appropriate where cross-border travel requires it.
- Passport or health certificate claims match the issuing country and veterinarian.
- Names, dates and animal description are consistent.
For routes across borders, also review pet documents before buying abroad.