Planning on travelling internationally with your pet? Be sure to check the country you are travelling to regarding the requirements for importing animals.
All countries have different policies regarding the requirements for bringing pets into the country. It is important to check what the required travel documents are for your pet. Not having the required travel documents may mean that your pet could be refused entry into the country. Some countries will accept the
Canadian International Health Certificate, which can be found here:
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/documents/animals-certificate
https://travel.gc.ca/travelling/health-safety/pets
For USA travel:
https://www.state.gov/pets-and-international-travel/
For travel to Australia:
https://www.agriculture.gov.au/cats-dogs
Travel to Europe:
https://europa.eu/youreurope/citizens/travel/carry/animal-plant/index_en.htm
Travel to Other Countries:
https://petfriendlytravel.com/international-pet-travel/
FAQ’s for Pet Travel:
https://www.jetpets.com.au/faq-overseas-pet-travel/
https://www.flightcentre.com.au/flights/planning-your-flight/travelling-with-pets
In addition to the country’s regulations, please check with the airline you are travelling with regarding the rules for travelling with pets. Please have all the required documents for travel with you when you come to the clinic for a pre-travel exam for the doctor to fill out.
Written by: Brittney, ACA
