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Transporting large exotic animals by air: IATA rules ensure safety
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has established regulations to ensure the safety and welfare of large and exotic animals during air transportation. Additionally, compliance with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) is required for those transporting such animals. CITES regulates international trade in wild animals and endangered species through a stringent licensing system. Those involved in transporting these animals must submit proper documentation for approval before shipping.

The process of transporting pets by air involves meticulous planning. An example from 2010 describes a couple's experience relocating their dogs from the United States to Spain, highlighting the need for updated vaccinations, microchips compliant with European Union standards, and health certificates from accredited veterinarians.

While it is common to transport horses by air for sporting events, other animals require individual consideration. The focus is on working with veterinarians who understand the specific needs of each animal to create an appropriate environment for travel.

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China has used giant pandas as symbols of peace since 1949. In 1972, following President Richard Nixon's visit to China, two giant pandas were gifted to the United States as part of diplomatic efforts. This practice evolved into loaning pandas to foreign zoos in 1984, encouraging conservation projects abroad.

Recently, Finland returned two pandas loaned by China due to financial constraints exacerbated by COVID-19 and inflation. DHL Global Forwarding handled their return transportation using temperature-controlled trucks equipped with sensors and cameras for real-time monitoring. "When the aircraft landed in Helsinki," said Tuomas Kansikas from DHL Global Forwarding, "veterinarians checked the condition of the pandas... we saw that being in charge of both air and land transport was most beneficial."

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