What are the requirements to travel to the United States with a shih tzu?
Hi, I'd like to know the requirements to travel with a shih tzu dog to the United States, like what kind of papers required, kennel requirements, suggested amount of total cost etc. (anything at all I need to know). I just want to know what I am going to put myself through if I ever need to travel with my dog. The flight is a 3 hour long flight (Jamaica to Baltimore). And I know that some airplanes do not accept carrying pets at all, but the ones that do, where do they put the pets? Thank You
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all vet records. owner papers food and water, bed, leash collar, tag with number in case lost. airline approved carrier if flying. they can let you take in cabin with you if approved in advance otherwise luggage hold. cost start at $300 and add up
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Jamaica is one of those countries that may require a 6 month quarantine or similar arrangements. I'm going to spend 5 minutes and see if I can find anything further. BRB Bringing an Animal into the United States Importation of dogsA general certificate of health is not required by CDC for entry of pet dogs into the United States, although some airlines or states may require them. However, pet dogs are subject to inspection at ports of entry and may be denied entry into the United States if they have evidence of an infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans. If a dog appears to be ill, further examination by a licensed veterinarian at the owner's expense might be required at the port of entry. Proof of Rabies Vaccination: Dogs must have a certificate showing they have been vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days prior to entry into the United States. These requirements apply equally to service animals such as Seeing Eye dogs. Importation of Unvaccinated Dogs: Dogs not accompanied by proof of rabies vaccination, including those that are too young to be vaccinated (i.e. less than 3 months of age), may be admitted if the importer completes a confinement agreement (see below) and confines the animal until it is considered adequately vaccinated against rabies (the vaccine is not considered effective until 30 days after the date of vaccination). Spanish, French, and Russian translations of form CDC 75.37 are available, but must be completed in English. Puppies that are too young to be vaccinated (i.e. less than 3 months of age) must be kept in confinement until they are old enough to be vaccinated, and then confined for at least 30 days after the date of vaccination. Unvaccinated dogs must be vaccinated within 4 days of arrival at their final U.S. destination and within 10 days of entry into the United States, and must be kept in confinement for at least 30 days after the date of vaccination. Dogs may not be sold or transferred to other owners during this period of confinement, and the person that signs the confinement agreement is responsible for ensuring the conditions of the agreement are met. Importers must provide a contact address where the dog will be kept during the confinement period. If the importer will be housing the dog at several addresses or traveling with the animal, all points of contact must be provided. More information on travel requirements here: http://www.aphis.usda.gov/lpa/news/2003/05/travelingpets.html
