International Health Certificates (All Species)

Improper or incomplete paperwork for your pet can derail your travel plans, costing you valuable time and money.

For Domestic Travel (Within the USA)
Many states require an up-to-date Certificate of Veterinary Inspection from a licensed, accredited veterinarian when traveling. Your pet must be examined by a veterinarian in order for a health certificate to be issued. This certificate indicates that your pet is healthy for travel and that he or she is not showing signs of disease. This certificate is required by most airlines in order for your pet to travel within the continental United States. We strongly recommend contacting your individual airline to understand their specific travel requirements. Oftentimes airlines require that your pet be examined by a veterinarian and a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. Check with your airline to ensure that your paperwork will be in order (THIS IS NOT OUR RESPONSIBILITY). If necessary we areable to add a certificate of acclimation to your pet’s travel papers. This certificate is written at the discretion of our veterinarians and is based upon our vet’s assessment of your pet’s health allowing him or her to travel above or below certain temperatures.

Many countries have their own pet health certificates and travel requirements, available at https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel
The International Health Certificate should be issued by one of our USDA certified veterinarians at Bay Animal and Aquatic Hospital as near to the travel date as possible, but not more than 21 days before travel. The certificate should indicate the following:

• Name of pet
• Breed
• Color
• Age of pet
• Country of origin
• Name/address/phone number of the owner of pet
• Confirmation that pet is healthy and free of parasites
• Vaccinations given, including type, manufacturer, and batch number

Generally, the rabies shot must be given at least 30 days, but not more than 12 months, before travel, although some countries have different requirements. However, you must enter your destination country before your pet’s most recent rabies vaccination has expired. Along with an international health certificate, there may be additional requirements for traveling abroad. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with the international pet travel requirements specific to your destination prior to appointment (THIS IS NOT OUR RESPONSIBILITY). Improper or incomplete paperwork for your pet can derail your travel plans, costing you valuable time and money. If you have any questions, our staff at Bay Animal and Aquatic Hospital is happy to help.
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