International Health Certificates for Pets in Cooper City, FL
Planning to travel or move overseas with your dog or cat? Most countries require an international health certificate before your pet can enter. Cooper City Animal Clinic is USDA-accredited, so we can examine your pet, complete the paperwork, and help make sure your pet meets the requirements for your destination.
What a Travel Certificate May Include
Every country sets its own rules, so the exact requirements depend on where you're headed. A travel certificate for your pet may include:
- Vaccines: Most countries require a current rabies vaccine. Some also require other vaccines or a rabies blood test.
- Microchipping: Many countries require an ISO-compliant 15-digit microchip, and some require it to be placed before the rabies vaccine is given.
- Flea and tick prevention: Some countries require parasite treatment within a set window before your pet arrives.
- A health exam: We examine your pet to confirm they're healthy and fit to travel.
- USDA endorsement: Most international health certificates must be endorsed by the USDA after they're issued. We'll walk you through this step.
Start Planning Early
Some destinations have requirements that take weeks or even months to complete, like blood tests and waiting periods. Others require the certificate to be issued just days before you arrive. Reach out as soon as you know your travel dates so we can build a timeline that works for your trip.
Before your appointment, check your destination's requirements on the USDA APHIS Pet Travel website and with your airline, since airlines may have their own rules too.
Schedule a Travel Certificate Appointment
Have questions about traveling with your pet? Call Cooper City Animal Clinic at (954) 434-6166 or request an appointment online. We're happy to help get your pet ready for the trip!
