How much does it cost to bring a companion animal home?

For dogs coming to the UK/EU the average cost is approx. £4000.  This amount covers the following:

  • In country transport (dependant on where in Iraq your animal is located this can often come in at up to £500)
  • Travel Crates
  • Vet care in country (vaccines, microchip, FAVN Blood test, Spay/Neuter)
  • Kennel Fees – the animals we rescue on behalf of serving Military and Contractors are not housed at the shelter but in private boarding facilities and we must pay for the use of these facilities
  • Official Government Export Paperwork and Health Certificates
  • Flights – The cost of flights from Iraq to Jordan and then to the UK is not cheap as the animals have to travel as registered cargo, this can often mean that flights for one dog will come in at £2000+ depending on time of year, fuel surcharges, delays etc

For cats coming to the UK/EU the average cost is £2500

For dogs travelling to the USA/Canada costs are approx. $4000

For cats travelling to the USA/Canada costs are approx. $2500