New rules for the movement of dogs, cats, ferrets and captive carnivores within the EU
27 Mar 2026
Effective: 20 Jan 2026
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Who is affected:
Breeders, traders, transporters and owners of captive carnivores operating within the EU
Summary
Health requirements for moving carnivorous pets between EU countries have been updated. This affects breeders, traders and transporters of these animals.
Detailed analysis
PRO
This delegated regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2020/688, updating the animal health conditions for intra-Community movement of dogs, cats, ferrets and other captive carnivores. It establishes specific requirements for documentation, vaccination and health checks prior to movement between Member States. Companies invo…
Full official title
CELEX:32026R0133: Reglamento Delegado (UE) 2026/133 de la Comisión, de 20 de enero de 2026, por el que se modifica el Reglamento Delegado (UE) 2020/688 en lo que respecta a las normas relativas al desplazamiento dentro de la Unión de perros, gatos, hurones y otros carnívoros en cautividad