Can I take my pet along with me to abroad ?

Question

I'm living in India but soon we are moving to USA to settle....but their is a problem, I have a pet dog, whom I can't leave alone. I want to take him with my family. Please tell me the whole procedure, and everything I need to take my pet along with me.

Answer 1

u can take your small dog in the cabin bigger dogs are put in the cargo hold.

You should  get a rabies shot  certificate 10 or less days before you fly. The rabies shot can not be less than 30 days before you fly or more than a year.

Before you check in you go to customs and show them the certificate you got from your vet that the dog had rabies shot. The dog does not have to have a micro-chip to go to the US.

After showing the certificate to the  Customs,they will then charges you some fee and gives you a another certificate.

You then go to the airlines to check in and show them the certificate.

Very important when you make your reservation you make the for your dog as well. Depending on the airline the # of dogs in cabin can vary from 1 to more, first come first served. .You do not need a visa for the dog, but get a locator # from the airline and cross reference it to your locator #.(the no they give u to identify your luggage)

Answer 2

if you got a cousin or friend u can handover the pet will be ideal..its difficult but possible ( check with the imigration dept and us embassy if you got all the pappers ) dog need to undergo a rigorous mediacl test and all i guess ...they may reject your proposal also .....

Answer 3

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has regulations on the importation of dogs and cats into the United States. In general, they require that dogs be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days prior to entry, except for puppies younger than 3 months and dogs originated or located for 6 months in areas considered to be free of rabies. A dog with an unexpired health certificate meets these requirements.  suggest you visit the CDC web site at: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dq/animal.htm  or call them at 404-639-3441, for more information on their regulations. There is no vaccination regulation for cats.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has certain restrictions on the importation of dogs. Collies, shepherds, and other dogs that are imported from any part of the world except Canada, Mexico, and regions of Central America and the West Indies and that are to be used in the handling of livestock must be inspected and quarantined at the port of entry for a sufficient time to determine their freedom from tapeworm.

In order to expedite entry into the United States,  do not use straw, hay, grass, or other natural bedding.  Plant Protection and Quarantine Division does not allow the importation of these materials as they may harbor various plant pests.

also, suggest you contact your State, county, municipal authorities for local restrictions on importing dogs. Some airlines require health certificates for dogs traveling with them. You should contact the airlines prior to your travel date.

Cats and dogs being imported into Hawaii will be quarantined for 130 days. Please visit the website for the Hawaii Dept. of Agriculture at: http://www.hawaiiag.org/hdoa/doa_importi...

All cats and dogs are subject to inspection at ports of entry for evidence of infectious diseases that can be transmitted to humans.

As a help to both domestic and international travelers, The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals web site has a wealth of pertinent information.

Special Circumstances:

Dogs imported from countries or regions where screwworm is know to exist may be imported if they meet the following requirements:

    * The dog must be accompanied by a certificate signed by a full-time salaried veterinary official of the region of origin stating that the dog has been inspected for screwworm within 5 days prior to shipment to the United States.

    * The certificate must state that the dog is either free from screwworm or was found to be infested with screwworm and was held in quarantine and treated until free from screwworm prior to leaving the region.

Owners of dogs imported from countries or regions affected with Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) are advised to take the following precautions to prevent the introduction of FMD from pets entering the United States:

    * The feet, fur, and bedding of the pets should be free of any excessive dirt or mud.

    * The pet's bedding should be free of any straw or hay, or other natural bedding.

    * The pet should be bathed as soon as it reaches its final destination.

    * The pet should be kept separate and apart from all livestock for at least 5 days after entry into the United States.

If you need more information contact the Import Animals Program at [phone]

Answer 4

Thanks, Cherokee; that's a great answer.  My company always advised travelers that the best thing was not to ship pets by air if it could be avoided, because the process was so complex and it was so easy to "lose" your pet.  And I agreed.

After reading your answer, I believe the rules must have become simpler, and there is a rational process.  That's encouraging.  I would hate to have to leave my Doggie behind.

I still believe that it is unwise to ship a dog into the Pacific Rim or any of the Far East countries where dogs are bred and prepared for food.  They are too likely to "disappear" during handling.

But it seems to me that the asker has a good chance of getting her little friend into the USA.  I wish her and others like her the best of luck!

Answer 5

very interestin question ... looking forward for a reply?

Answer 6

Yes, if the animal has had all the required shots for each port you are visiting.  

Answer 7

Firstly, None of us can give you the whole procedure.  Your travel agent or the airline will provide that because they are intimately involved with the problem and it;s their profession.

What I do know is:

1.  The dog will require a medical check up and vaccinations consistent with USA and/or Washington state's requirements, which ever is greater.

2.  If there are any stopovers in route no one will attend to the animal.  It is alone in the cage from point of departure till final destination.  No food, no water, no cleaning the cage.

3.  Upon arrival it will have to be put into quarantine in a kennel at your expense.

It would be best if you had friends or family you could trust to take care of him.  

Answer 8

I think you can but it will cost you and your dog will have to take lots of shots.