"Three years ago, I drove my rental car down the back end of Charles de Gaulle Airport, heartbeat in my throat. I handed over paperwork, asking for Chika and Enzo. Soon, a crate emerged. I pulled up to the door to see two fluffy butts, legs stretched out, as relaxed as ever. I relaxed for the first time in months: I'd gotten my bunnies safely to France."
"France has two sets of rules for pet imports: one for cats, dogs, and ferrets, and another for exotics. Under French law, "exotic" pets-legally known as nouveaux animaux de compagnie, or NAC-include rabbits, birds, reptiles, small mammals, rodents, and amphibians. Some exotic species, such as primates or venomous snakes, are restricted for conservation or safety reasons, while protected species, like gray parrots and sea turtles, require you to get prior permission before importing them to France."
Relocating exotic pets to France requires vaccinations, compliance with airline rules, and planning for easing into French life. France applies separate import rules for cats, dogs, and ferrets versus nouveaux animaux de compagnie (NAC), which include rabbits, birds, reptiles, small mammals, rodents, and amphibians. Certain species, such as primates or venomous snakes, face conservation or safety restrictions, and protected species like gray parrots and sea turtles require prior permission. Current rules generally allow up to five domestic rodents, pet reptiles, or ornamental fish per family if not for sale. Owners must verify recent, breed-specific legalities and research local veterinary care, noting some clinics treat only cats and dogs before arranging transport.
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