🐾 Adopting a Pet from India: Info for the UK or US Adopters
Adopt a Friend for Life
Wanna Adopt? Read about the costs and process here!
We help rescued cats 🐱, kittens 🐾, and dogs 🐶 find loving homes in the UK and US!
Every adoption saves two lives — the one you adopt, and the one we can rescue next.
We help families in the UK and US adopt rescued animals from India safely and legally. Our team handles everything — from vaccinations to travel paperwork — so your new family member arrives healthy, happy, and ready for a forever home.
✈️ Step-by-Step Adoption & Travel Process
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Apply for Adoption: Complete our
Adoption Enquiry Form
and specify whether you are in the UK or US.
Our team will review your details, match you with a suitable pet, and schedule a video call to introduce you to animals needing homes.
Cost: Free -
Pre-Adoption Requirements:
- Virtual home check
- Proof of residence and ID
- Agreement to lifelong care and annual vaccinations
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Medical Preparation (India): Each pet receives:
- Full vaccination course — Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Lepto, etc.
- Health & fitness-to-fly certificate
- Deworming and flea/tick treatment
- Spay/neuter (for adults)
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Rabies Titer Test (RNATT):
A mandatory blood sample is sent from India to an EU-approved lab (usually in the UK or Germany) to confirm antibody levels meet import requirements.
The test ensures the animal’s immunity to rabies before travel.
- Sample sent via approved courier to the UK or EU lab
- Test certificate required for UK & EU import clearance
- Waiting period of 3 months post-test for UK entry
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Pet Passport & Travel Documents:
- ISO microchip (15-digit)
- Rabies vaccination certificate
- Vet health certificate
- Export NOC from Animal Quarantine (India)
- Pet Passport (for UK) or US import documents
- Fit-to-Fly certificate
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Flight & Arrival:
- Travel via trusted airline partners or experienced handlers
- Quick customs clearance on arrival
- Pets handed safely to their new family ❤️
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Arrival Clearance & Handling:
- Airport agent assistance
- Document verification
- Safe handover to family
💰 Deposit Requirement: Once Step 1 (Adoption Application) and Step 2 (Pre-Adoption Checks) are complete and a pet is chosen, a 50% deposit is required to begin the rabies titer testing and travel document process.
💰 Estimated Cost Summary
| Service | UK Adoption | US Adoption |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Adoption Process | £50 | $60 |
| Medical Prep & Vaccinations | £190–£280 | $220–$330 |
| Rabies Titer Test (RNATT) | £120–£150 | $150–$180 |
| Pet Passport & Export Documents | £130–£150 | $150–$175 |
| Airline Cargo / Travel | £900–£1,450 | $1,150–$1,750 |
| Arrival & Clearance | £150–£250 | $150–$250 |
| Approx. Total | £1,540 – £2,330 | $1,880 – $2,745 |
📝 Exact costs vary by airline, crate size, and destination. A full quote is provided before booking.
🐕🦺 What’s Included
- Vaccinations up to date (mandatory)
- Deworming and tick/flea protection (mandatory)
- Spay/Neuter surgery (if applicable)
- Microchip (mandatory)
- Vet travel certificate (mandatory)
- Rabies vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- Vet health certificate (mandatory)
- Export NOC from Animal Quarantine (India) (mandatory)
- Pet Passport (for UK) or US import documents (mandatory)
- Fit-to-Fly certificate (mandatory)
- Foster care until departure (mandatory)
📝 Exact costs vary by airline, crate size, and destination. A full quote is provided before booking.
🐾 Foster Care
All adopted pets are cared for in foster homes until their travel date. This includes socialization, food, basic health checks, and safety in a clean and caring environment. There is no separate charge for foster care — it’s included in the adoption process as part of our commitment to the animal’s welfare.
🌍 After Arrival
- Allow 2–4 weeks for adjustment
- Follow-up support provided through WhatsApp and email