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Ecuador is a country straddling the equator on South America’s west coast. Its diverse landscape encompasses Amazon jungle, Andean highlands and the wildlife-rich Galápagos Islands. Ecuador is an incredibly beautiful country, with nearly every type of dramatic landscape packed into its small area. There are world-famous beaches on the coast, which is always warm due to Ecuador's location straddling the equator.

Ecuador is a very welcoming country for humans and canines. While relocating with pets, it is important to keep the following things in mind-

• The first step is to microchip your pet with a 15 digit ISO-compliant pet microchip.
• All pets must have proof of the current rabies vaccination and have an original Rabies Certificate, and this certificate must state the microchip number and the date of inoculation.
• Other vaccinations include, for dogs: Rabies, Distemper, Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, and Parovirus. For cats: Feline Vioral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus and Panleukopenia.
• Rabies titer test is mandatory for Ecuador, all samples must be processed at an approved laboratory.
• If your dog or cat is entering Ecuador in the cabin (excess baggage), an import permit is not required. For dogs and cats entering Ecuador as air cargo, an import permit is issued after inspection by the Agrocalidad inspectors. There is a fee for this service.
• A licensed veterinarian must complete the Veterinary Certificate for Ecuador 48 hours prior to travel.
• Pets may enter Ecuador via the Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Quito, José Joaquín de Olmedo Airport in Guayaquil or Carlos Concha Torres Airport in Esmeraldas.
• All pets must be free of evidence of disease communicable to humans when examined at the port of entry.
• Ecuador does not publish a list of banned breeds.

As you start planning your trip overseas, you should consider hiring professional assistance to make your pet’s relocation safe, smooth and hassle-free. AirPets relocates hundreds of pets every year to and from India and is very thorough with its process. You can get in touch with us at +91-9257-123-123 or write to [email protected] for a professional consultation.