A Cuban woman who relocated to Spain brought along her seven pets: six dogs and a cat. Regla Doreste Reyes shared her story on the Facebook page of Cuba's Animal Protection Society to serve as an example and inspiration.
"To show that with sacrifice, we can help our furry friends, and if we leave Cuba, we shouldn't abandon them on the streets or give them away to strangers. They feel our absence, suffer, and get depressed," she affirmed.
Regla detailed her journey with her pets, noting that some traveled in the cabin while others were in the cargo hold.
"Many tell me I'm crazy; no, I would be crazy if I had left them to fend for themselves and not knowing how they would feel without me," she said.
The photos reveal that all the dogs are small: one is a Pekingese, and the rest appear to be Chihuahuas, and the cat is also small. The journey for small animals is cheaper than for larger ones.
She clarified that the procedures aren't expensive. "It's just about keeping the dog's vaccinations up to date, sending blood samples to check the rabies viral load to the country where they are emigrating, and complying with Cuba's border regulations," she explained.
Traveling with Pets from Cuba to Spain
For those considering a similar journey or interested in the logistics of traveling with pets, here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
What documents are required to travel with pets from Cuba to Spain?
You need to keep the pet's vaccinations up to date, send blood samples to check the rabies viral load to the destination country, and comply with the border regulations of both Cuba and Spain.
Is it expensive to move pets from Cuba to Spain?
The costs are relatively low, mainly involving the maintenance of vaccinations and necessary tests. The journey is also cheaper for smaller animals.
How did Regla Doreste Reyes manage to travel with seven pets?
She made arrangements for some pets to travel in the cabin and others in the cargo hold, ensuring all necessary procedures and regulations were followed.