Every country and state have individual standards and requirements that require extensive research by a USDA accredited veterinarian. Therefore, our client relations team may not know at the time of your call whether we will be able to assist you with an appointment. Interstate or overseas travel can require several months’ notice for pets and international travel requires a copy of your pet'(s)’ medical records. Please be sure to contact us as soon as possible.
The endorsement process for international travel varies from country to country and can be quite complex. Some countries have more stringent requirements than others. This includes various testing, internal and external parasite control, microchip requirements and the timing of rabies vaccinations and travel. If the proper timelines are not met or the proper paperwork is not completed, your pet may not be able to travel or not be allowed to enter the United States on arrival home. We recommend that clients give us 8-12 months notice before any travel outside the United States. Bring all original rabies vaccination certificate(s). Make sure your pet is microchipped. This can be done during your appointment.
Please visit the USDA/APHIS website for travel for the requirements for your destination state or country. This will help you determine if your pet is eligible for travel.
https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel
The CDC also has separate requirements for importing dogs into the US after international travel. These requirements only apply if you are traveling to a country that is high risk for rabies. The CDC requires an ISO compliant microchip and additional paperwork for ANY dog that is returning to the United States.
https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs.html
We require the Travel Health Certificate Questionnaire and the International Health Certificate Agreement form to be completed to begin your travel documents.
Please remember that regulations are dictated by the USDA/APHIS, the CDC and the individual country. Depending on the country, we offer electronic submission of health certificates at an additional fee. If mailing, plan ample time to mail a copy of the health certificate to the USDA for endorsement and to have them mail it back to you.
Once you have reviewed the information above and wish to pursue a travel appointment:
1. Complete the Travel Health Certificate Questionnaire (to be completed for ALL travel)
https://form.jotform.com/243084649543059
2. Complete the International Health Certificate Agreement (to be completed for International travel only)
https://form.jotform.com/242984516383062
3. Make sure we have full copies of your pets’ up to date records.
Once all items have been completed and received in our clinic, we will contact you for a $100 nonrefundable document review fee and forward your file to one of our USDA accredited veterinarians. A doctor will call you directly to discuss your eligibility for travel.