Adopting a pet in Switzerland

Loïc

ViP

Member since 14 January 2019

Cap Malheureux, Rivière d

Loïc

05 February 2020 11:25:04

1777

Loïc

05 February 2020 11:25:04

1777

Cap Malheureux, Rivière d

Hello,

Are you a dog or a cat person? A pet can add life to a home and make an ideal travel companion during your expatriation in Switzerland.

However, formalities or regulations might put you off traveling with your pet making adoption a better option.

Are there any particular rules or procedures for the adoption of an animal in Switzerland?

What are the costs associated with adopting a pet in Switzerland?

Are there different procedures depending on the animal?

Are pet-sitting options available?

Have you ever adopted a pet in Switzerland? Is he or she still with you today?

Thank you in advance for your feedback,

Loïc

allie88

Member

Member since 01 March 2018

Nyon District, Canton of Vaud

allie88

10 February 2020 15:46:30

allie88

10 February 2020 15:46:30

Nyon District, Canton of Vaud

Hi Loic
We adopted a cat from the local vet here in Switzerland.
No formalities because they knew us through treating the cat who emigrated with us and therefore knew we would give him a good home. By the way, bringing our cat from the UK was easy - all we needed was a Pet Passport from the vet at home.
We still have our Swiss cat, who is now the boss!
I would suggest talking to your local vets about adopting an animal as there are always photos of cats needing homes on their notice board here...
At first he was a sad, terrified and depressed little creature but it was wonderful to see him gain confidence and settle into the very happy little personality who now bosses us about!
Good luck!