The CDC is changing the requirements for dogs reentering the U.S. from Rabies Free Countries (Canada & Mexico) starting August 1, 2024.
What this means for you the owner:
- Dogs must have an ISO microchip placed before travel occurs.
- The Rabies vaccination must be up to date and have been administered at least 28 days prior to travel.
- The dog must be at least 6 months old before re-entering the United States.
- The Rabies vaccination must not be expired upon re-entry into the United States.
- Owners must fill out an online CDC Import Form prior to arrival in the U. S. This for will be good for 6 months at a time.
- Pet must appear healthy upon arrival.
- Pet must arrive at the location listed on the CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
This is only for Dogs vaccinated and residing in the United States permanently while traveling to Mexico or Canada. If traveling through other countries, residing in another country, or was vaccinated in another country please contact the CDC for importation of Dogs information.
If flying to other countries or Hawaii, we ask that you contact a pet transport company that can organize the paperwork, examination schedule, and if needed transportation for the pet. We can still provide the examinations.
We work regularly with Air Animal Pet Movers (airanimal.com).
Cats travelling to Canada or Mexico by car will only need a Rabies Certificate to re-enter the United States.
