{"id":619178,"date":"2024-04-16T18:53:02","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T22:53:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/?p=619178---8f03a79f-b596-4457-bea4-cf74200ff846"},"modified":"2024-04-16T18:53:02","modified_gmt":"2024-04-16T22:53:02","slug":"dog-health-certificate-for-travel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Dog Health Certificate For Travel: A Complete Guide!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about taking a family vacation abroad? Don&#8217;t forget to include your dog! But, have you secured the required health documentation for your dog to travel?<\/p>\n<p>You might have heard about it for the first time and won\u2019t know what to do. Don\u2019t worry!<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s not as complicated as you might think of it.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s everything you need to know about a dog health certificate when taking it with you for <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/top-9-popular-bulldog-vacation-spots-photos-of-bulldogs-on-vacation\/\">traveling<\/a>!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor: pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#What_is_a_dog_health_certificate\" title=\"What is a dog health certificate?\">What is a dog health certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#What_to_include_in_a_dog_health_certificate\" title=\"What to include in a dog health certificate?\">What to include in a dog health certificate?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#Information_about_the_dog\" title=\"Information about the dog:\">Information about the dog:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#Information_about_the_owner\" title=\"Information about the owner:\">Information about the owner:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#How_long_does_it_take\" title=\"How long does it take?\">How long does it take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#Where_do_I_get_a_dog_health_certificate\" title=\"Where do I get a dog health certificate?\">Where do I get a dog health certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#What_health_certificate_do_I_need_when_traveling_from_the_United_States\" title=\"What health certificate do I need when traveling from the United States?\">What health certificate do I need when traveling from the United States?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#How_long_is_a_pet_health_certificate_good_for\" title=\"How long is a pet health certificate good for?\">How long is a pet health certificate good for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#How_much_does_a_dog_health_certificate_cost\" title=\"How much does a dog health certificate cost?\">How much does a dog health certificate cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-health-certificate-for-travel\/#Let_your_dog_see_the_world\" title=\"Let your dog see the world!\">Let your dog see the world!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_dog_health_certificate\"><\/span><strong>What is a dog health certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dog health certificate is like other pet health certificate forms. It is also known as the <strong>Certificate of Veterinary Inspection<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>It ensures that the veterinarian did a complete <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/dog-checkup\/\">checkup<\/a>, and your dog is completely vaccinated and does not carry any harmful disease.<\/p>\n<p>All countries have different requirements for a dog health certificate for travel. Some countries might have a specific health certificate, while others may not.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_include_in_a_dog_health_certificate\"><\/span><strong>What to include in a dog health certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/traveling-with-dogs\/\">international travel<\/a>, a dog heath certificate will include the following information:<\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_about_the_dog\"><\/span><strong>Information about the dog:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Name<\/li>\n<li>Breed<\/li>\n<li>Age<\/li>\n<li>Color<\/li>\n<li>Country of origin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Information_about_the_owner\"><\/span><strong>Information about the owner:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li>Name<\/li>\n<li>Contact number<\/li>\n<li>Address<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The dog health certificate will include the <strong>vaccinations and treatments<\/strong> conducted before traveling. It also ensures that your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/best-flea-shampoo-for-dogs\/\">dog is free of parasites and fleas<\/a>. The vet will also check for heartworm disease and prescribe preventive medication.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rspca.org.uk\/adviceandwelfare\/pets\/dogs\/health\/vaccinations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vaccinations<\/a> should be against hepatitis, rabies, distemper, leptospirosis, and parvovirus.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/can-a-vaccinated-dog-get-rabies\/\">Rabies<\/a> vaccination, all countries have different requirements. Some countries might want you to complete this vaccination <strong>30 days before traveling<\/strong> and include it in the health certificate.<\/p>\n<p>If your dog is already vaccinated before the time of traveling, it will receive shots.<\/p>\n<p>But, <strong>the vaccination schedule should not be older than a year<\/strong>. The best idea is to get information about the vaccination before traveling with your dog.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take\"><\/span><strong>How long does it take?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dog health certificate for international travel takes more time. It is a detailed process with physical and internal examinations. <strong>Many states require a health certificate no older than 10 days before the flight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Some states will also do extra treatments and blood tests, which can take a longer time. For example, countries like Finland, UK, Ireland, and Norway will require a tapeworm treatment after endorsement.<\/p>\n<p>So, the best idea is to get the documents prepared at least two days before the flight. It will help avoid any last-minute hassles, which may cause you to leave your dog at home.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_do_I_get_a_dog_health_certificate\"><\/span><strong>Where do I get a dog health certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most states will only accept the dog health certificate that an <strong>accredited and licensed veterinarian<\/strong> approves and signs.<\/p>\n<p>The veterinarian will examine the dog and make sure that it cannot transmit any disease to other animals or people while traveling.<\/p>\n<p>When the inspection is complete and the dog is safe to travel, the veterinarian will sign the certificate.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_health_certificate_do_I_need_when_traveling_from_the_United_States\"><\/span><strong>What health certificate do I need when traveling from the United States?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many countries will require a dog health certificate for travel that is specific to them. However, some might not have one.<\/p>\n<p>Suppose you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/travel-with-dog-to-spain\/\">traveling<\/a> to a country that does not have a specific health certificate. In that case, you can use the United States Interstate and International Certificate of Health Examination for Small Animals. We also call it the <strong>International Health Certificate USDA-APHIS 7001 form.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>But, make sure that it is only applicable if you are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulldogology.net\/traveling-with-dogs-on-trains\/\">traveling<\/a> from the United States.<\/p>\n<p>If you are traveling from a country other than the United States or Canada, and your destination country also does not have a health certificate, you can <strong>ask your veterinarian<\/strong> to provide you one.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_pet_health_certificate_good_for\"><\/span><strong>How long is a pet health certificate good for?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For European Union countries, <strong>the pet health certificate is valid for four months<\/strong>, starting from the date you enter the country.<\/p>\n<p>However, when you <strong>issue the certificate<\/strong>, it is valid for only 30 days. So, it is better to schedule the exams 10 days before you leave the country.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_dog_health_certificate_cost\"><\/span><strong>How much does a dog health certificate cost?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A dog health certificate will generally cost between <strong>$120 and $175<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Many countries will also require the health certificate to be endorsed by the USDA as well. Although USDA will charge a fee for this, it is generally small.<\/p>\n<p>As every veterinary&nbsp;office will have a different fee, we cannot estimate the exact figure. If the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.petvetcarecenters.com\/site\/blog\/2020\/05\/28\/what-qualifications-to-look-for-in-a-vet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">veterinarian<\/a> is licensed and accredited, you can get a health certificate from him.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Let_your_dog_see_the_world\"><\/span><strong>Let your dog see the world!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Getting a dog health certificate for travel might seem complicated. But, it is a simple process if you know what to do. So, don&#8217;t leave your dog at home and let it enjoy with you!<\/p>\n<p>If you face difficulty, your vet will also help you. The best idea is to doresearch about the country you are visiting and study their requirements. Then, get the health certificate accordingly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking about taking a family vacation abroad? Don&#8217;t forget to include your dog! But, have you secured the required health documentation for your dog to travel? You might have heard about it for the first time and won\u2019t know what to do. Don\u2019t worry! It\u2019s not as complicated as you might think of it. 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