Health Certificates
Pet Health Certificates for Travel in Surprise, AZ
Are you planning a trip with your furry companion? Whether you are moving across the country or flying internationally, Animal Medical Center of Surprise can help ensure your pet is medically cleared and ready for the journey.
Essential Requirements for a Travel Health Certificate
To ensure a smooth process and avoid travel delays, please keep the following requirements in mind:
- The 10-Day Window: Most health certificates must be issued within 10 days of your departure date. Timing is critical, so please schedule your appointment accordingly.
- Destination Details: We require the full physical address of your destination to complete the legal documentation.
- Vaccination Records: Proof of a current Rabies vaccination is mandatory. If your pet is not up to date, a booster will be required during your exam.
- Domestic vs. International: International travel often requires specific microchipping, blood tests (Titer), or USDA endorsement. Please notify us as early as possible if you are traveling outside of the United States.
Preparing Your Pet for the Journey
Travel can be stressful for animals. During your health certificate appointment, our medical team can discuss:
- Travel Comfort: Options for anti-anxiety medication or motion sickness prevention.
- Carrier Safety: Ensuring your pet's crate meets airline-specific requirements for size and ventilation.
- Acclimation Tips: How to help your pet feel at home while on the road or in the air.
Schedule Your Travel Exam Today
Don't wait until the last minute! Regulations vary by airline and destination. Contact us at (623) 295-1811 to discuss your itinerary and ensure your pet meets all health and safety requirements for your upcoming trip. We are pleased to offer Health certificates to pets that will be traveling with their families.Some things to be aware of when looking to get a Health Certificate are the following:
- The certificate has to be issued within 10 days of the Travel Date
- We will need the Destination Address to place on the certificate
- We need proof of Rabies and Current Vaccines or Booster vaccine will be required
Speak with our Medical Team about how to make the trip the more comfortable for your pet during travel. Also be sure to confirm the requirements that the airline has for the carrier in which your pet will be traveling in, to avoid any further hold up once ready to travel. Travel is an exciting thing and we want to help make sure your trip goes off without a hitch!
