Health Certificate
Planning to travel with your pet to another state or country? Before you hit the road (or the skies), you’ll likely need to take care of some important tasks, like obtaining a health certificate for your pet. These requirements can take some time to process, so it’s a good idea to reach out to your veterinarian as soon as you make travel plans—whether you’re traveling by plane, car, boat, train, or any other mode of transport.
Not all animals qualify for pet travel.
A pet is typically a privately owned companion animal that is not intended for research or resale. It generally refers to animals that are kept for personal enjoyment or companionship, and it includes specific types of animals, like dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and some smaller mammals. The definition may vary depending on local regulations or the context, but pets are usually not wild animals or those used for commercial purposes.
I Want To…
Take a Pet From the United States to Another Country (Export)
Bring a Pet From Another Country into the United States (Import)
