Health Certificates for Pet Travel
When planning a trip with your pet, ensuring they have the required health certificate is essential for a smooth journey. A pet health certificate is a document that verifies your pet's health status and vaccination records. It is often required by airlines and for interstate and international travel. Our veterinary team is here to guide you through the process, ensuring all necessary requirements are met so you and your pet can travel safely and stress-free.
Interstate Health Certificates
Your pet may require a domestic health certificate if you are planning on traveling with them to another state. Also called a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI), a pet health certificate is a document that your veterinarian fills out to state that your pet is disease free and up-to-date on all the vaccines your pet needs. Your veterinarian will provide this to you after performing a thorough exam.
Schedule an exam for a health certificate as soon as your travel dates are solidified as certificates must be issued within 10 days of travel. Your pet must also be at least eight weeks old and fully weaned before traveling.
International Health Certificates
If your pet is traveling outside of the country, they will need an international health certificate. Each country has its own set of rules and regulations, and the process requires a thorough examination of your pet's medical records and the country's requirements. If your pet needs an international health certificate, please contact us, and our Practice Manager, Kit, will gladly answer any questions or guide next steps.
Traveling and need a health certificate?
If you have additional questions, we suggest you visit USDA - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services for more information. Pearland Pet Health Center only handles international health certificates for dogs and cats at this time.