vkozel

I would also like to know of experiences when importing pet birds into Thailand. I have several African Greys that I would like to bring with me in a couple years. I have asked on several forums in the past, including here, with no response. Surely, someone on this forum must have brought birds in before and have some information to share with us.

The requirements will depend on where you are coming from. I just brought an African Grey from the U.S. to Hanoi via Hong Kong. I looked into transiting the bird through BKK. Birds are complicated because of health regulations (esp in time of avian flu) and related tests, also CITES clearance for "endangered species". African Greys are on the CITES Annex II list for most countries (including Thailand) and you will need CITES as well as health clearances. If you are coming from the US I can tell you what is the process from the US side viz. health, USDA export, and CITES. I usually do everything myself but in this case ended up using a pet relocator: PetRelocation.com is really good, speak to Rachel for specific information on Thailand's requirements. She will provide all sorts of free information and good advice on birds. Note that not all airlines are willing to carry birds and even fewer of them do so... well, safely. Continental is good, also Lufthansa and BA (from US and Europe to Thailand). Cathay Pacific is also very good. Happy to talk offline if you want more information -- moving birds is complicated and the rules change frequently.

I recently moved with my African Grey parrot to Hanoi. I am looking to purchase a good steel cage (backup) and quality bird food pellets. Difficult to find in Vietnam, can anyone suggest a shop/supplier in Bangkok who ships bird supplies? (or I can pick up when I visit BKK) good grief, some chew toys as well! an avian vet who might make a house-call (well, a long one for a price) once a year? thanks!