How to transport a pet to the country. Features of renting real estate in Montenegro with pets

Transporting your four-legged pet to a new location can be a daunting task. But if you're planning to move to Montenegro and have a little furry friend, don't despair. Carefully read the information in this article; there are no unsolvable difficulties, as well as strict rules. Get some advice from owners with similar relocation experience:

• Find chats and groups on social networks, write your question there and someone will definitely share their experience with you and give practical advice.
• Start looking for housing in advance. You'll have a better chance of finding something that's right for you.
• Make sure to start preparing the necessary documents in accordance with the import rules in advance; many of the notes in the passport must be fresh.

In this article you will learn:

• Difficulties in finding long-term rental housing in Montenegro with pets.
• Pros and cons of living here with them, tariffs for goods and services for their maintenance.
• Rules for importing pets into Montenegro in 2024, dog walking.
• Russian-speaking veterinarian in Montenegro and grooming salons - truth or fiction of emigrants.

1. How and where to find a cozy shelter for you and your pet

According to statistics, every third resident of the country has a furry pet at home for permanent residence, but some landlords are not willing to accept them in their apartments or houses. When looking for living space, pay attention to the advertisements that are posted on websites indicating the possibility of living with little friends. For example, on our website you will find the “Pet Friendly” section in the filter. The cost of such housing for annual rent per month can range from 380 EUR. See all current apartments at this link https://gomonte.me/en/search/rent/

If the site does not have suitable options with the selected filter, but you found another one and liked it, but it does not indicate whether or not you can stay with your lovely companions, write a message to our specialists in any chat of the social networks listed on the site.

The best options for renting apartments are in Budva, Becici, Rafailovici and Przno, but not all cities on the coast are suitable for living. For example, if you have a dog and you want to rent an apartment or an apartment instead of a house, you may face the problem of lack of space to walk, this is the same huge problem as finding a free free parking space if you have a car. Difficulties may also arise at the stage of searching for adequate owners. Not everyone is willing to rent out their living space due to this small fact that someone else besides you will live with you. And it will be even more difficult if you have several pets. Usually these are pre-season options that are rented out to tourists and do not have fresh renovations, modern appliances and furniture. But on our website you can always find good comfortable apartments for accommodation with furry friends, do not forget to use a special filter.

Consider the following points:

• City infrastructure. Not all cities on the coast have veterinary offices and walking areas. Check Google Maps for these conditions and read reviews. Below in the article you will find a list of clinics with Russian-speaking veterinarians.
• Be sure to check whether pets are allowed in the chosen accommodation to avoid subsequent problems. In some cases, landlords may charge an additional fee for this condition, so consider the amount of the deposit and the cost of the rental in advance.

2. Pros and cons of living with animals in Montenegro

A survey of owners showed that there are no critical deficiencies if your little friends are healthy. If they require complex treatment or surgery, it is quite possible that they will have to go to Serbia for treatment, since local private institutions do not have special equipment for complex cases. There are problems with the availability of MRI machines and gastroscopes, but there is equipment for ultrasound, x-rays, sterilization operations and more. When you have special needs and require medications, it is better to take them with you in reserve; there is always a risk that analogues will not be available for sale here.

Disadvantages:

• Some veterinary clinics operate around the clock and on Sundays. On the last day of the week in Montenegro, only pharmacies, cafes, restaurants, bakeries, shops at gas stations are open, and if there is a market in the city, they are usually open until lunch.
• Small variety of food on the coast. Besides the line of Royal Canin, Farmina, Monge, Pedegree, Gemon, Sheba, Whiskas, you are unlikely to find anything.
• Entering stores with dogs is strictly prohibited and there is now a specially equipped place near supermarkets where you can leave them.

Advantages:

• Good ecology and warm climate for an active lifestyle, outdoor games to develop physical endurance, reaction speed and mental abilities of your furry friend.
• Sandy and rocky wild beaches, forests that are conducive to long walks and are the key to a happy life not only for the owners, but for their tailed friends.
• Availability of specialists for training and education, you can easily find a dog handler.
• They love four-legged people here and almost all cafes and restaurants have “dog friendly” signs. You can sit quietly on the verandas, and a group of cats will be waiting for you at the tables, who don’t mind getting to know each other and may even order something from the menu with you. Russian public establishments, coffee shops, co-working spaces, and beauty salons allow entry with a small dog.

3. Walking rules

There are practically no designated areas for walking anywhere, but in Budva there are two free places on the embankment for playing with dogs. The first site is opposite the Tree Cane hotel with special exercise equipment and the second is on the embankment, fenced in, where your pet can run and play with you without disturbing other passers-by. Also take into account the information that there are many homeless, aggressive dogs in the country on their own. There is a big problem here with street stray animals. To solve this problem, residents must contact the municipal police, who will come and take them to the shelter. After a certain time, they are euthanized. Unfortunately, there are no hard and fast rules to deal with this problem compared to other European countries.

When walking dogs, you must consider the following rules:

• She must be on a leash and muzzle in public places.
• Be sure to have a chip and passport.
• You must clean up after your four-legged friend.
• Cruelty to animals, walking on lawns near the house and hotel areas is prohibited, swimming on public beaches with animals is strictly prohibited.
• Fines for violating the rules can be up to 500 euros.

4. Import rules, what documents you need to have

1. International veterinary passport of the animal with information about vaccinations, last treatment and chip information.
2. International veterinary certificate form 5a, issued no earlier than 10 days before crossing the border.
3. A certificate from a veterinarian stating that the animal is healthy and ready for transportation.
4. Certificate of microchipping. The chip must be in place until rabies vaccination. Moreover, after the last vaccination, at least 30 days must pass before departure.

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in quarantine for up to 1 month. It is also necessary to take into account the requirements in the previous paragraph. Read more about this and other rules for travelers on the official website of the management https://info.carina.co.me/informacije-za-putnike

5. Prices for veterinary services in Montenegro

There are many private hospitals that provide animal care services. The price may vary in different places depending on the city, but in general it is lower than in other European countries.

Services include:

• General inspection.
• Preventive vaccinations.
• Treatment of diseases.
• Surgical operations.
• Grooming and cosmetology services.

Prices for January this year:

• Initial appointment, examination - from 10 €
• Repeated appointment, examination - from 4 €
• Sterilization of cats - from 70 €
• Rabies vaccination - 30 €
• Ultrasound - 50 €
• Blood test - 10 €
• Surgical operation - from 100 €
• Anesthesia - 15 €
• IV kit - 4 €
• Anti-tick medications for cats - 6 €
• Anti-tick medications for dogs - 8 - 20 €
• Antiparasitic drugs - from 8 €

Russian-speaking veterinarians in Budva and Podgorica are not myths; they also speak English here. Most often, Russian emigrants turn to Vet Medica in Budva, where responsive and empathic Russian and Montenegrin employees will always help. The rating of the veterinary hospital has the highest rating and good reviews. But it is not 24 hours a day and on Sunday it is open from 9 to 12. Look at the address and location on a Google map. List of specialists: therapist, dermatologist, surgeon, traumatologist, rare animal species specialist

6. Cost of goods and services by content

Any large supermarket must have departments on the shelves of which there is always a different assortment of wet or dry food for cats and dogs, cat litter 4.2 euros per 5 kg. The cost of wet food in bags starts from 80 cents per 75 grams. Pet stores offer more products: toys, beds, houses, shampoos, brushes, special food, leashes, various treats. It is worth noting that some veterinary clinics also have stores with goods. Prices there are higher than in a regular pet store, but there are also profitable packages: Brit wet food, 12 pieces of 100 grams for 7.5 euros (0.62 cents/piece)

Russian-speaking dog handler, grooming salons, foster care, sitters - all this can be found through chats on Telegram, Instagram or the website https://www.petbacker.com/. Dog trainer on average from 20 EUR, foster care and walking from 10 EUR. In Budva, the IT Branch House coworking space hosts dog-friendly events for adults and children on weekends - lectures from a dog handler, practice, communication. Here you can make social connections and spend quality time over a cup of tea or coffee. Cost from 5 EUR.

  Now you know that this sunny place on the Adriatic coast has all the conditions for life not only for your family, but also for your little four-legged family members. Here you can join a large community, which you can always turn to for mutual support on any issues regarding the adaptation of you and your pet to a new place. Browse our catalog of offers and take the first step to start a new life in a new location. Look https://gomonte.me/en/search/rent/