Are you and your pet travelling to the United States after August 1 this year?
The CDC has implemented new rules and regulations that you will need to follow before you cross the border with your pet.
Here are the regulations that need to be followed:
They must be healthy upon arrival to the US
Be at least 6 months of age
Microchipped
Have a completed CDC Dog Import Form receipt- must be filled out 2-10 days prior
Required Vaccines and Veterinary Documents (dogs must have the rabies vaccine to travel)
To ensure you have all the appropriate steps taken we are asking you at your vaccine appointments if you’re travelling down after August 1. That way we can help you navigate these new rules and make sure your travel plans are as smooth as possible.
REVISED: July 22, 2024
US ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR DOGS FROM DOG-RABIES FREE OR LOW-RISK COUNTRIES AS OF AUGUST 1, 2024
Dogs that have been only in dog rabies-free or low-risk countries in the past 6 months can enter the U.S. at any airport, seaport, or land border crossing.
· Owners must complete the CDC Dog Import Form for each dog. The form is valid for up to 6 months as long as the dog does not visit any high-risk countries. There is no fee or waiting period associated with this form. A separate form must be completed for each dog.
· Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival.
· Dogs must be at least 6 months old at time of entry or return to the U.S.
· Dogs must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.
· Vaccination Certificate including proof of Rabies. Although there is no longer any requirement for proof of rabies vaccination for dogs travelling from low-risk countries, proof of current rabies vaccination is still required for dogs returning to Canada from the US.
** PLEASE NOTE: IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PET OWNER TO KNOW THE TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS FOR BRINGING THEIR PET TO THE US. OWNER’S SHOULD VISIT THE CDC WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Safe Travels!

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