The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is implementing new regulations for dog importation into the United States starting August 1. These rules require dogs to have a rabies vaccine and a microchip before travel. Canadian dog owners, in particular, should prepare for these stricter entry requirements. Additionally, experts are advising pet owners to immunize their dogs against canine influenza in advance of travel. The new regulations apply to all forms of entry, including airports, land border crossings, and seaports.
The US CDC will be updating its dog importation regulation starting August 1. The new rules apply if you travel to the US via the airport, land border crossing, or seaport ✈️🐕 Read more 👉 https://t.co/zaALfpmmAA https://t.co/1aKSiq9wf7
Taking your dog to the U.S.? New requirements go into effect Aug. 1 https://t.co/HU5iqsBWNL https://t.co/vqZFyJx3h4
Later this month we're taking our chihuahua, roughly the size of a large burrito, with us on a 2-hour return flight NYC-Atlanta. United's fee for this is $300
Canadian dog owners brace for stricter rules for entering U.S. https://t.co/4DaW0T0BQy
Before You Em“Bark”: CDC Requires Rabies Vaccine and Microchip for Dog Travel https://t.co/AK9NRxRpae #CDC #Rabies #Health @mirjordan https://t.co/MswcMKUsVh
Make sure your furry friend is ready for travel! 🐶 New US border rules kick in for #Canadians travelling with a dog https://t.co/l1Aid2uGir
Before You Em“Bark”: CDC Requires Rabies Vaccine and Microchip for Dog Travel https://t.co/AK9NRxRpae #CDC #Rabies #Health @norris_Law https://t.co/98z1bkmiTb
Advice: reserve a seat early, but leave your dogs at home. https://t.co/IUnE2g70T8
If you're planning on traveling with your dog, experts warn now is the time to immunize them against canine influenza. Read more! https://t.co/9nXMPJxrFu