What is the Quarantine facility like in Australia?
Below is a link to the Australian Government website that shares a behind the scenes video of the Post Entry Quarantine Facility and process facility along with some additional frequently asked questions.
Australian Quarantine Facility Background Information
As part of the pet importation process all international pets subject to quarantine enter through this location. If you’re relocating your cat or dog to Australia from a Group 2 or Group 3 country (including the UK and the US), your pet will be required to complete a minimum 10-day stay at the Mickleham Post-Entry Quarantine (PEQ) facility.
Pets arriving from Group 1 countries (such as New Zealand) are exempt from quarantine and may go home immediately following their health inspection on arrival.
About the Mickleham PEQ Facility
Located around 20 to 30 minutes from our Melbourne Transit Lounge the facility delivers excellent accommodation facilities for your pets. Jetpets work closely with the Department of Agriculture to ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and biosecurity compliance.
Features of the facility:
- Clean, secure, and climate-controlled environment
- Daily health checks by qualified veterinary staff
- Strict hygiene and monitoring protocols
- Separate areas for dogs and cats to reduce stress
What Happens when my pets enter Quarantine?
Throughout their stay, every pet that enters the Melbourne quarantine facility is treated with the utmost care, compassion, and respect. Each dog and cat enjoys their very own private, climate-controlled room complete with heating, air conditioning, and access to a covered outdoor run.
For dogs and cats needing a bit more room to move, they also have a spacious, grassy exercise area where they can stretch their legs and enjoy the outdoors. Every room includes a cozy bed and a window with a view of the exercise yard, offering natural light and visual stimulation.
To ensure a peaceful environment, the quarantine facility is equipped with internal acoustic panels that help reduce noise, allowing all animals to relax and rest comfortably.
