Pet Passports
Until a few years ago all
animals entering the UK had to spend six
months in quarantine. Quarantine means
isolation from people and other animals.
The quarantine rule protected the UK against rabies or 'mad dog disease'. Rabies comes from fox or dog bites.
Quarantine was very difficult for pet owners. They didn't want to be away from their pets for six months.
The pet passport scheme maintains the UK's protection against rabies. But it makes life a lot easier for animals and their owners.
True or False?
1. In the past all animals entering the UK had to spend a few years in prison.
2. Rabies can only come from dog bites.
3. Pet owners liked the quarantine system
4. Pet passports still keep rabies out of the UK.
5. Pet passports are easier for animal owners.
