There are hundreds of thousands of stray animals in Greece and they all deserve a loving home. Unfortunately we can only bring over a limited number to the UK due to the expenses involved. All our dogs and cats are microchipped and vaccinated, and if old enough they are also neutered prior to homing.
Can you touch stray cats in Greece?
Cats of Greece – cats are commonplace in Greece. They are well taken care of by the community and very friendly. You can even pet them if you wish!
How easy is it to bring a cat back from Greece?
The cats need to be neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and have blood tests first to check for FELV. The passport can take up to 21 days to obtain and the cat would need to stay in a cattery until the month is over, I would be looking to rehome the cats so if you are interested in adopting, please reach out.
How do I bring my dog home from Greece?
It may travel in cargo either accompanied by a passenger or as "freight". There are also reliable pet transport companies that transport pets by special vans overland. We can also send you to vets we work with in Volos who are fully experienced in all the paperwork for sending an animal out of Greece.
Are stray dogs common in Greece?
600 million STRAY DOGS and CATS live on the street worldwide, ACCORDING TO THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION. GREECE ALONE IS ESTIMATED TO HAVE almost 3 million stray and homeless dogs and cats, in a country with 11 million inhabitants. This is HUGE!. Stray pets are a man-made problem.
Can an American adopt from Greece?
Under U.S. law, there are two distinct inter-country adoption processes: the Hague Convention process of which Greece is a member, and the non-Hague Convention process. Which process you will follow will depend on whether or not the other country involved is also a party to the Hague Convention.
How do I adopt a stray dog from another country?
Typically, all that is required is a healthy-looking dog, a valid rabies vaccination certificate, and a certificate of health from a veterinarian indicating the dog is in good shape to travel. The cost for adopting a dog overseas varies widely; expect the adoption fee to be up to $400, depending on the organization.
Do Greek stray cats have rabies?
Don't be frightened that you might catch rabies: the disease has not been seen in cats in Greece since the 1970s. Don't feed stray cats from your restaurant table. You could irritate the owners or other customers, which could result in the cats being harmed.
Do stray cats in Greece have rabies?
Don't be frightened that you might catch rabies: the disease has not been seen in cats in Greece since the 1970s. Don't feed stray cats from your restaurant table. You could irritate the owners or other customers, which could result in the cats being harmed.
Can you take a stray dog home from Greece?
What documents do I need to bring my dog into USA?
CDC does not require general certificates of health for pets for entry into the United States. However, health certificates may be required for entry into some states or may be required by airlines. Check with officials in the state of final destination and with the airline before your travel date.
How can I help stray dogs in Greece?
We are totally dependent on the generosity of people like you. With thousands of stray and abandoned dogs in Greek shelters, we really need your help. Please consider making a donation, or with monthly payments you will receive a sponsorship pack – a great gift idea!
Which country has the worst stray dog problem?
IndiaProblems caused by street dogsRabies is a major problem in some countries. India has the largest street dog population on earth, with about 62 million stray dogs, and the largest number of rabies deaths in the world.
What are the rules for adoption in Greece?
In most cases, a person adopts his/her spouse's natural child from a previous marriage. The adoption again becomes strong after a final judgment on a joint application of the adopter and the adult to be adopted. The adopter must have completed at least his fortieth year and be at least 18 years older than the adopted.
What countries can the US not adopt from?
The United States ceased adoption collaborations with Cambodia due to rampant unethical and illegal practices within the adoption process. Such practices raised concerns about the well-being and rights of the children involved. Ethiopia is another country that halted adoptions involving Americans.
What is the 33 rule for dogs?
Whether you rescue an older dog or a puppy, a lot of dogs tend to follow the 3-3-3 rule when getting acclimated: 3 days of feeling overwhelmed and nervous. 3 weeks of settling in. 3 months of building trust and bonding with you.
Can you take a dog from another country?
Dogs that have NOT been in a high-risk country in the past 6 months may enter the United States through any port of entry, and importers are NOT required by CDC to present rabies vaccination documentation.
Does Greece have dog rabies?
Greece is free of dog rabies. However, rabies may still be present in wildlife species, particularly bats. CDC recommends rabies vaccination before travel only for people working directly with wildlife.
Why are there so many stray dogs in Greece?
Over the years, thousands of people abandoned their pets, leaving them to fend and provide for themselves. A study conducted by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki found that the number of stray dogs and cats exceeds 3 million and is heading to 4 million in the coming years.