Exporting and Importing Pets

Due to the complex and ever-changing regulations surrounding international pet travel we require all clients seeking export or import assistance to work with a certified pet travel agency. This ensures accuracy, compliance, and timely preparation for your pet’s journey.

We are still able to assist with pet travel between Canada and the United States by preparing necessary documents and providing guidance for smooth transit. As of August 1, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has implemented new regulations concerning the entry of pets into the USA. You can review the guidelines here: What Your Dog Needs to Enter the United States.

Important Considerations for International Pet Travel

There are many considerations and advanced planning necessary to take your pet across international borders. The regulations have become more restrictive and specific for most countries requiring veterinary providers to complete many pages of documentation, laboratory submissions, timed testing, updating vaccinations, follow-up testing, parasite control, a series of examinations, coordination, and communication with a Canadian Federal Veterinarian and an Exporting Service that handles the shipping and entry requirements. 

Many of the same concerns apply to importing pets into Canada as well. More regulations have been put in place to ensure those pets coming into Canada are healthy, suitable for travel, disease free, and will often require quarantine in an approved facility under the monitoring of pre-arranged veterinary supervision. It is absolutely essential these regulations be reviewed prior to bringing a pet into Canada. 

You can learn more about exproting and importing pets on the Government of Canada website.