Pet Travel Inquiry

Pet Travel Inquiry

Please complete this form to provide our USDA Accredited doctors with as much information as possible. Each inquiry is reviewed by the doctor within 24-48 hours. For more urgent inquiries, please complete the form prior to calling reception.
Owner Name*

First NameLast Name
Owner Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Owner Email*
example@example.com
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I am an established client of Pennsauken Animal Hospital and the pet(s) that are traveling have been in for a visitI am an established client of Pennsauken Animal Hospital but the pet(s) that are traveling have NOT been in for a visitI am a new client
Name of pet(s)*
Please list all pets traveling.
Species of pet traveling (Select all that apply):*

DogCatOther
I am planning to travel...*

Domestically to a state or territory within the United States of America (Puerto Rico is a US territory)Internationally to another country
Domestic travel may require some paperwork:

Legal Documents:
-All US States and Territories require a valid Rabies Vaccination Certificate for entry
-Some US States and Territories require a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) which is a "health certificate" issued by a USDA Accredited Veterinarian following a physical exam

This USDA APHIS website can help determine the requirements for each State or Territory. Our USDA Accredited vets can provide specific guidance. Our fee for the preparation and submission of a CVI is $95.

Airline Paperwork:
-Some airlines require "Fit-to-Fly" or "health certificates" for pet travel. These forms may be provided by the airline, or sometimes a generic Acclimation Certificate is accepted.
-Breed Verification forms may be required and are typically provided by the airline.

Please note, every state is different and every airline is different. There is no standardized requirement. Our USDA Accredited vets can provide specific guidance only when provided with enough information. Support staff like receptionists or nurses are NOT able to answer specific travel document questions.
I am traveling domestically to:*
State Traveling To
Please select ALL that apply for Domestic travel:

My pet is microchippedMy pet is up-to-date on Rabies and I have the Rabies Vaccination Certificate (please upload the document below)My pet is up-to-date on Rabies but I do NOT have the Rabies Vaccination Certificate (please indicate where we can retrieve the document)My pet is NOT up-to-date on RabiesThe airline requires paperwork for travelOther
International travel always requires legal paperwork. This process can take days to weeks, sometimes months. Some countries accept digital paperwork, while most require physically endorsed original copies which requires mailing of documents from the USDA to you to have in hand for travel.

Requirements for import are established by the destination country. The USDA will only endorse documents that are 100% accurate and meet ALL requirements. If a pet does not meet the requirements, the ONLY way the USDA will endorse is with a letter of exemption from the destination country.

Legal Documents:
-All countries require a valid Rabies Vaccination Certificate for entry
-Almost all countries require a USDA-endorsed Health Certificate. This document is prepared by a USDA-Accredited veterinarian (we have 4 on staff) and submitted to the USDA for endorsement.

Some countries require specifically timed vaccinations, treatments, and tests (like Rabies FAVN titers) which can take weeks to months to prepare.

This USDA APHIS website can help determine the requirements for each country. Our USDA Accredited vets can provide specific guidance. Our fee for preparing the paperwork is $295, exclusive of the USDA endorsement fee and shipping costs (if needed).

Airline Paperwork:
-Some airlines require "Fit-to-Fly" or "health certificates" for pet travel. These forms may be provided by the airline, or sometimes a generic Acclimation Certificate is accepted.
-Breed Certification forms may be required and are typically provided by the airline.

Please note, every country is different and every airline is different. There is no standardized requirement. Our USDA Accredited vets can provide specific guidance only when provided with enough information. Support staff like receptionists or nurses are NOT able to answer specific travel document questions.
I am traveling internationally to:*
Name of Country Traveling To
Please select ALL that apply for International travel:

My pet is microchippedI am traveling on the same day as my petMy travel plans may involve stopping in another country or exiting customs before arriving at the above-mentioned destination (please explain under "Other")My pet is up-to-date on Rabies and I have the Rabies Vaccination Certificate (please upload the document below)My pet is up-to-date on Rabies but I do NOT have the Rabies Vaccination Certificate (please indicate where we can retrieve the document)My pet is NOT up-to-date on RabiesMy pet has a Rabies FAVN titer (required for some countries like China, Israel, Japan, Korea, and Australia). Please upload a copy of the document or indicate where we can get a copy.I am traveling to the European Union (EU) and my pet has a valid EU passport with a current Rabies Vaccination recorded in it by an EU veterinarian. Please upload a photo of the Rabies Vaccination below.I am traveling internationally due to active duty military relocation.Other - Please indicate any other important informaiton.
After traveling internationally, I plan to return my pet to the United States:*

YesNo
Please consult the USDA website for the import of a live animal into the United States. Just because your pet started its journey in the United States doesn't mean it can automatically be re-admitted! - https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel/bring-pet-into-the-united-states

**Veterinarians in the United States have no authority in another country and cannot issue any health certificate or provide guidance for re-entry to the United States. It is always best to contact a veterinarian in the foreign country to ask what is required for import to the United States**

CDC Ban on Import of Dogs from "High Risk" Countries for Canine Rabies - Extended until July 31st, 2024

The CDC rules for the import of dogs to the United States have changed as of March 1st, 2023. For "High Risk" countries for Canine Rabies, a valid CDC Rabies Vaccination certificate AND microchip are required:

General information: https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dog-origin.html

List of "High Risk" countries: https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/high-risk.html

Please be aware that many Rabies Vaccination Certificates issued by veterinarians in the United States may not be adequate per the CDC's requirements. ALL of the following must be present on the Rabies Vaccination Certificate:
-Owner name and address
-Dog's breed, sex, age (or date of birth), color/markings
-Microchip number
-Vaccine product name, manufacturer, lot number, and product expiration date
-Date of vaccination
-Date vaccination expires (due date)
-Name, license number, address, phone, date, and signature of the veterinarian who administered the vaccine.
I plan to travel on: *

MonthDayYear
Please select the SOONEST date you may travel. If you are not sure, please give an estimated date
Previous Vet Records: *
Previous Vet Hospital(s): *
Please list ALL vet hospitals where your pets have received care
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