Pet Travel Documentation & Health Certificates in Abbotsford
Travelling with your pet can take a little extra planning. Most destinations require a current health certificate and up to date documentation. Even a quick trip across the US border by land requires some planning. We can help make sure you have everything you need.
Travel Documentation and Health Certificates for Cats and Dogs
Health certificates must be issued within a specific window of your travel date. Certain destinations, for example, Australia and New Zealand, require extra planning. If you are considering planning with your pet, please contact our clinic well in advance, so we can determine what’s needed for your destination and book your appointment to obtain the certificates and documentation.
How We Can Help
Our team at Mill Lake Veterinary Clinic can help pet owners prepare the documentation your pet needs for travel, including:
- Official health certificates for domestic and international travel
- Verification of current vaccinations and parasite prevention
- Country and destination-specific health requirements
- Guidance on what your destination requires and how to prepare
Pet Travel Documentation & Health Certificates FAQs
We recommend getting in touch with our team as soon as possible if you are considering travelling with your pet. Some destinations have strict windows for when a health certificate is valid, and certain countries require additional processing time for documentation. For example, Australia and New Zealand require planning and testing up to one year prior to travel. We can help you figure out a timeline for your pet depending on destination at your first travel consultation.
Currently dogs travelling into the USA from Canada must be at least 6 months of age, must have an ISO-compatible microchip, must appear healthy upon arrival and must complete an online CDC Dog Import Form before entry and carry the receipt (digitally or printed).
If your dog is returning to Canada, they will still need to meet Canada’s import requirements. Your dog will require proof of a current rabies vaccination issued by a licensed veterinarian. The certificate should include a description of your dog, the vaccine used, and the expiry date. Your dog will also need to appear healthy at the border.
Requirements for domestic travel vary depending on your mode of transport. Some airlines require a health certificate issued within a specific timeframe. We’ll confirm exactly what you need based on your travel plans.