FW: Update from CDC regarding dog import requirements

[Maria Kristic]

FYI. From a communication which I received today as a client of Leader Dog:

 

“From the CDC:

“To provide greater flexibility to the requirements for dogs coming from dog rabies-free or low-risk countries, when the rule goes into effect on August 1, 2024 [at 12:00am ET], dogs that have spent the prior six months only in dog rabies-free or low-risk rabies countries will be able to enter the United States with a CDC Import Form online submission receipt as acceptable documentation. This form can be filled out the day of travel and the receipt can be shown to airlines and border officials as a printed copy or by phone. The receipt will be good for travel into the U.S. for six months from the date of issuance, including multiple entries. All dogs entering the United States must have a microchip and be over six months of age.”

 

The full media release from the CDC can be found here.

 

Additional documents and requirements will still be in effect for dogs coming from high-risk countries. For more information and updates visit the CDC website - bringing a dog into the U.S.”

 

Regards,

Maria