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Indian Couple Spends ₹15 Lakh to Take Pet Dog From Hyderabad to Australia: “He Is Our Child”
Published: 30/01/26
Updated: 30/01/26
For many people, pets are not just animals. They are family. One Indian couple proved this with their actions when they spent nearly ₹15 lakh to take their pet dog from Hyderabad to Australia, saying clearly, “He is our child.”
Who Are the Couple and Their Pet?
The couple, Divya and John, are working professionals from Hyderabad. They have a pet dog named Sky, who has been a part of their lives for years. Sky is not just a pet to them, he is their emotional support, their companion, and someone they consider their child.
When the couple planned to move to Australia for work, they knew one thing for sure - they could not leave Sky behind.
Why Was It So Difficult to Take the Dog to Australia?
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Australia has very strict rules when it comes to bringing pets from other countries, especially from India. Dogs from India are not allowed to travel directly to Australia because of health and safety regulations.
According to the rules:
- The dog must first stay in a rabies-free country for at least six months
- After that, the dog can apply to enter Australia
- The process includes multiple health tests, vaccinations, documents, quarantine stays, and special flights
This made the entire journey long, complicated, and expensive.
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The Dubai Stop and Long Separation
To follow the rules, Divya and John decided to send Sky to Dubai, which is a rabies-free country. They stayed with Sky there for about a month to help him settle in.
After that, the hardest part came.
They had to leave Sky behind in a boarding and quarantine facility in Dubai while they moved to Australia. Sky stayed there for nearly six months to complete the required waiting period.
During this time, the couple stayed connected through video calls and constantly checked on his health and well-being.
Emotionally, it was extremely painful to stay away from him. They shared that those months were full of anxiety, guilt, and sadness, but they never thought of giving up.
The Cost of Love: ₹15 Lakh
The entire process cost them around ₹15 lakh, which included:
- Flights for the dog
- Veterinary tests and vaccinations
- Quarantine and boarding fees
- Travel paperwork and approvals
Many people questioned the cost. But the couple had a simple answer - money can be earned again, but family cannot be replaced.
Finally Reunited in Australia
After nearly 190 days, Sky was finally allowed to travel to Australia. The reunion was emotional and overwhelming. For the couple, every struggle and expense felt worth it the moment they were together again.
A video of their journey went viral on social media, with many praising their dedication and love, while others debated whether such a decision was practical. Still, the couple stood firm for them, Sky is family.
This story shows how deeply people can love their pets. It also reflects a growing change in mindset, where pets are no longer seen as just animals, but as lifelong companions and children.
Whether or not one agrees with the cost or effort, this story reminds us of one thing - love does not come with conditions.
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