For international travel, it is ultimately your ( the pet owner's) responsibility to contact the embassy, consulate, or agriculture ministry of the country to which you are traveling to find out individual requirements.  These requirements can change daily and many countries also require vaccine titers and microchipping in addition to the health certificate.  Some countries require health certificate endorsement by the USDA.  This endorsement process can be time consuming, so it is a good idea to start early! 

Likewise, for domestic travel, it is your responsibility to find out the requirements of the state to which you are traveling. 

Most health certificates are valid for 30 days.  However, many destinations require it within 10 days of travel. 

Airlines have regulations for transport as well.  Many require a statement regarding temperature acclimation.  We can provide this along with the health certificate.  However, since the temperature statement usually needs to be issued within 10 days of travel, you may need to obtain 2 health certificates, one for USDA endorsement, and one for the airline.  Contact your airline for specific requirements. 

If you need a health certificate, please call us for an appointment to schedule an exam.  Unless administered here, bring documentation of your pet’s current vaccines and other preventative care. 

For more information visit;

USDA Info on Traveling with a Pet

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel