AATA
is an international non-profit organization which dedicates itself to the
safe and humane transport of animals. It provides solutions to various
problems concerning transport of animals through its members including
airlines, truckers & shipping firms, government agencies throughout the
world, universities & research organizations, breeders, importers &
exporters, veterinarians, etc. Its members are also provided with
information, resources, contacts and key developments in the field. It
disseminates information through newsletters, research papers, manuals and
its recently launched magazine, “Migrations”| Contact : | 745 Winding Trail - Holly Lake Ranch, TX 75765 USA |
| Tel : | +1 903.769.9759 |
| Fax : | +1 903.769.9761 |
| E Mail : | info@aata-animaltransport.org |
| Website : | http://www.aata-animaltransport.org/ |
IPATA
is an international trade association whose members include animal handlers,
pet moving providers, kennel operators, veterinarians and others who work
for welfare of pets and small animals during transport. It has over 280
offices in over 60 countries with services to all major airports worldwide.
The IPATA members are registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture
(USDA) and abide by the rules and regulations of the USDA's Animal Welfare
Act.| Contact : | 745 Winding Trail, Holly Lake Ranch, Texas 75755, USA |
| Tel : | (903) 769-2267 |
| Fax : | (903) 769-2867 |
| E Mail : | inquiries@ipata.com |
| Website : | http://www.ipata.com/ |
AAHA
is the companion animal veterinary association. It works for promoting high
standards in veterinary practices and quality pet care in the veterinary
profession and general public. It provides the veterinary professionals with
resources for efficient management of their businesses by establishing
benchmarks of excellence and business practice standards and through
informative publications and educational programs.| Contact : | American Animal Hospital Association, 12575 W. Bayaud Ave. Lakewood, Colorado, USA 80228 |
| Tel : | 303/986-2800 |
| Fax : | 303/986-1700 |
| E Mail : | info@aahanet.org |
| Website : | http://www.aahanet.org/ |
IATA,
the international trade body, represents around 230 airlines. Apart from
serving the airline industry in general, it ensures safety and animal
welfare during live animals transportation by air. It coordinates the Live
Animals and Perishables Board (LAPB) and instructs the airline industry on
such issues as animal welfare, identification and animal behavior based on
modern science etc. The Live Animals Regulations (LAR) of IATA is the
worldwide standard for transporting live animals by commercial airlines.| Contact : | IATA Head Office, 800 Place Victoria, P.O. Box 113, Montreal, Quebec - H4Z 1M1, Canada |
| Tel : | +1 514 874 0202 |
| Fax : | +1 514 874 9632 |
| Website : | http://www1.iata.org/ |
ABK
offers boarding facilities for pets. It provides temporary home to pets for
a night or a weak along with meals, medication, recreation, bathing,
grooming and care. It also provides day boarding facilities for pets
including dogs, cats, birds and other small animals. | Contact : | 1102, east Highway 13, Burnsville, MN 55337 |
| Tel : | (952) 894-5100 |
| Fax : | 952) 894-8841 |
| E Mail : | dave@americanboardingkennel.com |
| Website : | http://www.americanboardingkennel.com/ |
MPA
is a non-profit association that represents the interests of humane and
responsible pet ownership. Its programs help pets and pet owners enjoy safe
and humane lives. MPA encourages responsible industry standards and provides
the industry with information about latest standards. It also organizes
training and education related to pet ownership, breeding and industry
standards and regulations.| Contact : | Capital Square, 400 Locust Street, Suite 840, Des Moines, Iowa 50309-2334 |
| Tel : | 515.245.7777 |
| Fax : | 515.245.7730 |
| E Mail : | info.MPA@afan.net |
| Website : | http://www.mwpet.org/ |
International
Pet Transportation, Inc. in relocating pets to Australia and New Zealand
according to the strict requirements of their import programs. It provides
professional assistance to pet owners, breeders, and their veterinarians in
relocating pets to the two countries within the rules and regulations of the
Live Animal Regulations of the International Air Transportation Association
(IATA)| Contact : | Post Office Box 2123, Manhattan Beach, California, 90267-2123, U.S.A. |
| Tel : | (310) 376-2899 |
| Fax : | (310) 372-3485 |
| E Mail : | iptlax@aol.com |
| Website : | http://www.iptlax.com/ |