Travel & Health Certificate
Travel Health Certificates — Quick Start Guide (2 minutes)
This is a short overview. Please read the Full Guide before scheduling.
Heads up: This Quick Start is an overview. Full details are required for your destination.
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Important Notice
Pet owners are responsible for understanding and meeting all travel requirements for their specific destination. This is a lengthy and painstaking process across the country due to required protocols – this is why we recommend using a pet travel agent to make the burden lighter on you and require less planning on your part.
Recommended Pet Travel Agencies:
How are you planning your pet’s travel?
Choose your path >
- Option 1: Use a Pet Travel Agent (Recommended)
Low effort • $75 consult • No prepay - Option 2: Do It Yourself
More steps • $100 prepay • Tight timelines
Returning to the U.S. with a dog? [See CDC requirements]
Do this next
- Agent → get packet • email to clinic@amethystvets.com • pet attends
- DIY → prepay $100 • download Health Form • submit 7 days before • pet attends
Scheduling opens after you’ve reviewed the Full Guide.
Agent Path ($75)
- Work with your agent first
- Bring their packet
- Pet must attend
Step 1: Get agent packet
Next: Request our agent list ☐
Step 2: Send us the packet
Next: Email to clinic@amethystvets.com ☐
Step 3: Schedule consult
Next: Book $75 visit ☐
Step 4: Visit
We examine, review, and map steps and dates
Next: Approve plan ☐
Step 5: Follow the timeline
Next: Book follow-ups ☐
[Schedule $75 Consult]
DIY Path ($100 prepaid)
- Prepay $100
- Submit the form 7 days early
- Research takes time
Step 1 Prepay
Next: Pay $100 ☐
Step 2: Complete Health Form
[Download Health Form (PDF)]
Next: Submit form (due 7 days before) ☐
Step 3: Schedule a consult
Next: Book appointment ☐
Step 4 Visit
We review, examine, and map steps and dates
Next: Approve plan ☐
Step 5: Follow the timeline
Next: Book follow-ups ☐
[Prepay $100 & Schedule]
Emergency travel (< 30 days)
Call now: (480) 996-0010
CDC requirements for dogs
Complete the CDC Dog Import Form online
- Bring the receipt with you when you travel.
- Dog must be 6+ months and microchipped
CDC Instructions
What destinations may require
Rabies titer • Extra vaccines • USDA endorsement • Multiple visits • 30–180 days total
Pricing
| Service | With Agent | DIY |
| Consultation | $75 | $100 |
| Certificate (Mexico/Canada) | ~ $250 | ~ $250 |
| Certificate (All Other International/US Island Destinations) | $450 | $450 |
| Any additional laboratory tests & review, and endorsements | $75+ Each | $75+ Each |
Important Notes
- The first consultation starts the process only
- Timelines are strict
- USDA makes final approval
- Discount programs do not apply
Need Help?
Download:
Health Certificate Intake Form (PDF)
Contact:
(480) 996-0010 • clinic@amethystvets.com