Author: Zerophoid

The below version is specific to Ireland and my experience as at writing of this (May 2019) Disclaimer: This below is my experience importing my dogs into Ireland, may differ from others experience. Do not see this advise and ensure that you verify facts on the various websites (see links...

When we decided to make the move to Ireland, there was no question that our furkids, Fred and Ginger, would be joining us. They are rescue cats – siblings from the same litter – and we couldn’t imagine making a new home in Ireland without them!  The first step we...

Immigrating with your parrot or birdie pals? Here’s a great Blog giving you possible direction. 1. You need to apply with SA first for a Cites export permit. Complete the form online and pay the R200 odd fee. I also posted the form and proof of payment to them- see details below. Their...

How to import your precious potted plants from South Africa, like Bonsai’s and Orchids for example It is quite a process and may actually not be worth it. Firstly, depending on the species of plant, they may not grow in the Irish climate. Bonsai are best outdoors long term, so be...

Bringing your pets by Ferry to Ireland via Amsterdam (Sonje and Andrew came from China) With the large volumes of South Africans immigrating these days, it is likely that not every South African moving to Ireland is in fact moving directly from South Africa. This is a story about a couple of...

Emigration is not for sissies. And that holds doubly true when you emigrate with your pets. For those of you who are thick in the admin of things required before you can move, just know that there is a shite-ton of planning involved in bringing your pets, and it needs to...