Starting August 1, 2024 – CDC's new requirements for dogs travelling to the United States
On July 22, 2024, the United States (U.S.) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced updated import requirements for dogs entering the U.S.
Travelling With Dogs To The US and Returning With Them To Canada - What to Know:
Taking Your Dog(s) To The USA
For dogs that have been only in dog rabies-free or low-risk countries, such as Canada, for the last 6 months prior to your planned entry date into the U.S., the one form you will need (in addition to other minimum requirements - see below) is the CDC Dog Import Form - Click Here,
IMPORTANT: each dog needs a separate form, which should only take a few minutes in order to complete.
In addition to having a receipt for a CDC Dog Import Form:
Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival to the U.S.
Dogs must be at least 6 months old at time of entry or return to the U.S.
Dogs must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.…
If you have questions about the USA CDC's requirements or travelling with/exporting a dog to the U.S., please contact the CDC:
1-800-232-4636 (USA Center for Disease Control)
Returning To Canada With Your Dog
If your dog(s) is returning to Canada, it will still need to meet Canada's import requirements, such as a valid rabies vaccination certificate - start by using this online tool…
Online Tool
Use The Online Tool Regarding Returning with Your Dog To Canada: Click Here
If you have questions about Canada's requirements for returning to Canada with your dog, please visit the website below or contact the CFIA:
CFIA (Canada) general enquires at 1-800-442-2342 or email: information@inspection.gc.ca
consult the CFIA's website - Click Here.