Dr. Alina — compassionate home vet with golden retriever
✈️ Animal Health Certificates · Petts Wood & Kent

Taking your pet to the EU?
You'll need an Animal Health Certificate

— issued by Dr. Alina Achitei MRCVS, Official Veterinarian

Since 22 April 2026, every GB resident travelling to the EU with a pet needs an Animal Health Certificate — the old EU pet passport route no longer works. Dr. Alina is an APHA-authorised Official Veterinarian (OV), qualified to examine your pet and issue the certificate, either at your home or at her Petts Wood consultation room.

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✈️ Official Veterinarian (OV)
🎓 RCVS No. 7198133
🏠 Home Visits
📍 Petts Wood Consultation Room
🕯️ Cremation & Aftercare
🎓 RCVS Registered · No. 7198133
🏠 Home Visits — London, Kent, Essex & Surrey
📍 Consultation Room in Petts Wood
🕯️ Full Cremation & Aftercare
📞 07599 017 582
An elderly dog resting peacefully at home
Our commitment

"Whether your pet is travelling for the first time or you're a seasoned traveller — Dr. Alina makes the paperwork simple, correct and stress-free."

Why Paws in Harmony

Veterinary care that
feels like care

At Paws in Harmony Vet, your pet is always seen as an individual — not a case number. Dr. Alina is one dedicated vet with over 10 years of experience who gives every client her full, personal attention. No rota. No strangers. Just Alina.

Whether it's a joyful first vaccination or a peaceful final farewell — you'll always know who's coming through your door.

MRCVS
Fully Qualified
10+
Years Experience
1
Dedicated Vet
What We Offer

Everything your pet needs before you travel

Home visit fees include travel. Lower prices at our Petts Wood consultation room.

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Most Requested

Animal Health Certificate

Required for every GB resident travelling to the EU with a pet. Dr. Alina — an APHA-authorised Official Veterinarian — examines your pet, checks microchip and rabies vaccination records, and issues the certificate.

✅ Microchipping arranged on the day if not already done.

from £120Petts Wood · from £150 home
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Microchipping

Must be done before, or at the same time as, the rabies vaccination for it to count towards your pet's AHC. Available at our Petts Wood consultation room or during any home visit.

£20Petts Wood · £30 home visit
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Vaccinations

Rabies vaccination must be given at least 21 days before travel. Annual boosters and puppy/kitten courses also available, at home or at our Petts Wood consultation room.

from £60Petts Wood consultation room · from £80 home
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Petts Wood Only

Petts Wood Consultation Room

Neighbours in Petts Wood can visit Dr. Alina's private consultation room for their AHC appointment — quieter than a busy practice, more affordable than a home visit. By appointment only.

from £45Consultations from £45
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Home Consultations

Full veterinary consultations in the comfort of your home — useful if your pet needs a general check-up alongside their travel paperwork.

£80Home visit · travel included
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At-Home Pet Euthanasia

Dr. Alina also provides compassionate, at-home end-of-life care across Kent and South East London, when the time comes.

from £220Urgent same-day from £250
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Paws in Harmony Vet — Petts Wood Consultation Room

Private Consultation Room
Petts Wood, South East London

📍 Petts Wood Consultation Room Prices
Consultation£45
Dog Annual Booster£50
Cat Annual Booster£60
Rabies Vaccine£70
Animal Health Cert£120
Microchip£20
Microchip£30
Local to Petts Wood?

Visit Alina's Private
Consultation Room

A calm, private, home-like setting for your pet's routine care. More affordable than a home visit. No busy waiting rooms. Just you, your pet, and Alina.

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Vaccinations — Dogs & Cats
Annual boosters + full puppy/kitten courses
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Veterinary Consultations
30-minute appointments, full health assessment
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Animal Health Certificate
All documentation + microchipping if required
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Microchipping
Quick, safe, legally required for dogs

📍 Petts Wood, SE London · Exact address given on booking · By appointment only

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The Process

Your Animal Health Certificate timeline

AHC rules changed on 22 April 2026 — plan ahead, especially for the rabies vaccination step.

1
Microchip & Vaccinate
Your pet is microchipped (if not already), then rabies-vaccinated — at least 21 days before you travel.
2
Book Your AHC
Call or message us. Appointments are booked within 10 days of your travel date, as the certificate has a short validity window.
3
Alina Examines & Certifies
Dr. Alina checks your pet, confirms vaccination records, and completes the Official Veterinarian paperwork.
4
You Travel
Valid for entry to the EU within 10 days of issue, then usable for onward travel within the EU for 6 months, and for return to GB within 6 months.
5
We're Here If You Need Us
Questions before or during your trip — Alina is a phone call or WhatsApp message away.
Dr. Alina performing a compassionate home veterinary visit
Home visits across Kent & SE London
"Your home is the calmest, safest place your pet knows. That's where we come."
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Dr. Alina — RCVS Registered Vet Surgeon
About Your Vet

Meet Dr. Alina —
your dedicated vet

A fully registered MRCVS vet surgeon with over 10 years of experience and a deep commitment to personal, compassionate care for every pet and every family.

Dr. Alina founded Paws in Harmony Vet because she believes every pet deserves to be seen as an individual — not a number in a queue. She works as a locum at trusted SE London clinics, bringing full professional expertise directly to your door.

For Petts Wood neighbours, her private consultation room offers the same professional quality in a quieter, more personal setting — at a price that beats any local vet.

MRCVS — Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
RCVS Registration No. 7198133
APHA-authorised Official Veterinarian (OV) for Animal Health Certificates
Over 10 years experience in small animal general practice
Active locum at trusted SE London clinics
Specialist in end-of-life care & compassionate euthanasia
Pet passport & travel health certification qualified
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Aftercare & Cremation

A peaceful farewell —
every step of the way

When the time comes, we don't step back — we stay with you. Alina works exclusively with hand-selected crematoriums who share her values of dignity, care and kindness.

Whatever your wishes, Alina will gently guide you through every option — before, during, or after the appointment. There is no rush, no pressure, and no wrong choice.

Compassionate at-home end of life care for senior dogs
Our promise
"Dignity, compassion and care — to the very last moment."
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We organise everything

Leave it all to us. We collect your pet's remains and liaise with our trusted crematorium. Your pet's precious ashes are delivered back to your home — carefully, discreetly, and with love.

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Keepsakes & memorabilia

Alongside the ashes, beautiful keepsakes can be arranged — a handcrafted paw print impression, or a small glass keepsake containing your pet's soft fur. A tangible piece of the love you shared.

Elegant white ceramic pet cremation urn
The urn

Beautiful, dignified
and personal

Our trusted crematorium partners provide elegant, high-quality urns — each with a delicate paw print. A lasting, beautiful home for your pet's ashes.

All cremation preferences can be discussed with Alina before or after the appointment. Nothing will ever feel rushed.

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Gentle at-home euthanasia — holding your pet's paw
"You held them close all their life. We'll make sure their last moment is just as full of love."
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Transparent Pricing

No surprises. No hidden fees.

Travel included in all home visit fees. Petts Wood consultation room prices always lower.

🏠 Home Visit Prices

ServiceWhat's IncludedPrice
Veterinary ConsultationFull assessment · advice · travel included£80
Dog Vaccination — Annual BoosterHealth check + vaccination + certificate£70
Cat Vaccination — Annual BoosterHealth check + vaccination + certificate£80
Rabies VaccinationAt home · required for international travel£80
Animal Health CertificateDocs + health cert + microchip if needed£150
MicrochipChip + registration£30
🕊️ Euthanasia — PlannedSedation + peaceful passing at home£220
🕊️ Euthanasia — Urgent Same DayPriority scheduling + same-day service£250


📍 Petts Wood Consultation Room Prices

ServiceWhat's IncludedPrice
Veterinary Consultation30-min appointment at Alina's private consultation room£45
Dog Vaccination — Annual BoosterHealth check + vaccination£50
Cat Vaccination — Annual BoosterHealth check + vaccination£60
Rabies VaccineRequired for international travel£70
Puppy Course (2 visits)Both consultation appointments included£100
Kitten Course (2 visits)Both consultation appointments included£100
Animal Health CertificateFull documentation included£120
MicrochipChip + registration£20
💬 Pet insurance? Many policies cover home consultations, euthanasia and aftercare. Call us on 07599 017 582 — we'll help.
Where We Cover

Serving families across London, Kent, Essex & the South East

We travel across Greater London, Kent, Essex, Surrey and beyond — particularly for euthanasia. Call us to confirm your area.

Greater London
All boroughs · home visits
Kent
Full county coverage
Essex
Home visits
Surrey
Home visits
Hertfordshire
Home visits
Berkshire
Home visits
South East London
Bromley · Lewisham · Greenwich
North London
Islington · Camden · Haringey
East London
Hackney · Tower Hamlets · Newham
West London
Kensington · Hammersmith · Ealing
Petts Wood
Consult room + home visits
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Compassionate vet care for cats at home — Paws in Harmony
Every pet. Every stage of life.
"The bond between a pet and their family is one of the most profound there is."

Whether it's your first puppy appointment or your pet's final moments — Alina is here. Calm, qualified, and genuinely caring. For dogs, cats, rabbits and small animals across Kent and SE London.

📞 Call 07599 017 582
Reviews

What families say

★★★★★

"Alina arrived calmly, explained every step, and our boy passed so peacefully. The aftercare she arranged was handled with such care. I will be forever grateful."

Claire T.
Orpington · Dog, 14 years
★★★★★

"Used the Petts Wood consultation room for our cat's annual jab — so convenient, so calm. Massie didn't even flinch. Brilliant service right on our doorstep."

James & Emma R.
Petts Wood · Cat, 5 years
★★★★★

"When we lost our Daisy, Alina guided us through the cremation options so gently. Having her ashes back at home brought us such comfort. Thank you, Alina."

Sarah & Mark L.
Bromley · Cat, 16 years
Questions

Animal Health Certificate — your questions answered

Do I really need an AHC now — what happened to the EU pet passport?

Yes. Since 22 April 2026, EU pet passports issued to GB residents are no longer accepted for travel to the EU. Every GB resident now needs a new Animal Health Certificate for each trip.

How far in advance do I need to vaccinate against rabies?

Your pet must have had a rabies vaccination at least 21 full days before you travel (counting from the day after vaccination). If your pet is already up to date with a booster, this 21-day wait doesn't apply — but the microchip must be in place before or at the same time as the vaccination for it to count.

How long is the certificate valid for?

It's valid for entering the EU within 10 days of the date Alina issues it. After that, it can be used for onward travel within the EU for up to 6 months, and for your return to Great Britain for up to 6 months — as long as your pet's rabies vaccination stays in date throughout.

What is an "Official Veterinarian"?

Only a vet with OV (Official Veterinarian) status, authorised by APHA, can legally issue an Animal Health Certificate. Dr. Alina holds this authorisation alongside her MRCVS registration.

When should I book my appointment?

Because the certificate is only valid for 10 days before EU entry, we book AHC appointments close to your travel date — usually within that 10-day window. Call ahead so we can plan around your rabies vaccination timing too.

What is the Petts Wood consultation room?

Alina's private consultation room in Petts Wood — a quiet, personal alternative to a busy practice, available for AHC appointments, vaccinations and consultations. Address given upon booking.

If you're not sure what to do next — we're here

Whether you need to say goodbye, arrange cremation, book a routine appointment, or simply want to talk things through — call us. No pressure, no rush. Just a calm conversation with a vet who genuinely cares.

Call Alina directly

07599 017 582
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Book your appointment

Phone / WhatsApp
07599 017 582
7 days a week · urgent calls welcome
Email
pawsinharmonyvet@gmail.com
Petts Wood Consultation Room
Petts Wood, SE London
Address given on booking · By appointment only
Areas Covered
Greater London (all boroughs) · Kent · Essex · Surrey · Hertfordshire and surrounding areas. Particularly for euthanasia — we travel widely. Call to confirm.

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