![]() Meet the requirements for dogs entering the United States. Requirements for Dogs Arriving in the United States Visit the US Department of Agriculture website for pet entry requirements in foreign countries. If you plan to take your dog to a country at high risk for dog rabies, be sure to review the importation requirements before leaving the United States, because your dog may not be allowed to return to the United States due to the current temporary suspension, which applies to dogs that live in the United States and have traveled to high-risk countries, even if only for a short visit. However, if you plan to return to the United States with your dog, the dog will be required to meet the same entry requirements as dogs arriving from foreign countries (see below). Requirements for Dogs Leaving the United StatesĬDC does not have requirements for dogs leaving the United States. Note that CDC has temporarily suspended the importation of dogs arriving from countries that CDC considers high risk for dog rabies, including dogs that have visited a high-risk country in the past 6 months. If you travel with your pets internationally on a cruise ship or other maritime vessel, you will be required to meet federal entry requirements to enter or re-enter the United States with your pets. Confirm this ahead of time with your cruise ship. If your pet will be transported as cargo, check in early so it can go to the quiet and dimly lit hold of the plane.ĭifferent cruise ships have different rules about whether a pet or service animal can travel with you and what documents they require.If your pet is allowed in the cabin, check in as late as possible to reduce stress.Walk your pet before leaving home and again before checking in.The International Air Transport Association discourages the use of sedatives or tranquilizers because they could harm animals while in flight. For example, planning a nighttime arrival to a hot destination may be better for your pet. ![]()
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