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CONTENTS WELCOME BE PREPARED KICKSTART YOUR ARRIVAL WELCOME WEEK 5 WAYS TO BE WELL STUDENT LIFE CHECKLIST
Bringing pets Property landlords in the UK are not obliged
to allow tenants to have pets therefore it can
Some of you will be considering bringing your prove more difficult to find a place to live. It is
pet to the UK with you when you come to study worth noting that it is likely to cost more to rent
at the RVC. There can be great benefits and a room or property if you are bringing a pet.
comfort from having your pet with you in the Homes big enough to have gardens are more
UK, however there are important considerations affordable further from the centre of London so
to take into account before making the decision you may find that you have a longer commute
to move with them. to the Camden Campus in your first year/s of
Firstly, please be aware that RVC study and there are many extra costs when
accommodation does not permit pets or therapy shipping animals to the UK including airfares,
animals, so if you are planning to live with a pet custom fees and extra veterinary bills.
then this will not be an option for you. There are If you plan on bringing your pet to the UK,
however, options in the private rental market you will need to read the UK government’s
that will be able to accommodate you.
legislation on bringing pets in from abroad
If you have a disability and have an assistance where the rules and requirements of getting
animal then please contact disability@rvc.ac.uk approval for your pet to enter the country are
for advice on next steps. Further information outlined.
on support for disabilities and long-term health If you are from the US, you should also consult
differences can be found here.
the USDA APHIS for advice on taking your pet
to a foreign country.
Further advice regarding privately rented accommodation, including
a database of available accommodation, can be found at the
University of London Housing Service UoLHS.
If you are considering private rented accommodation please read
the UoLHS housing guide that gives essential information such as
your rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
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