Traveling with Pets

Traveling with pets can be an expensive endeavor, especially when traveling overseas. Be sure to check with the Vet clinic in your new country prior to travel.You may also want to review the Army Public Health Center on Animal Import/Export Requirements.
  • European requirements - pet certificate of health, rabies vaccine, some dog breeds are restricted; Be sure to check with individual countries for specific restrictions.
  • Japan and Korea pet certificate of health, rabies vaccine, some dog breeds are prohibited. Be sure to check with individual countries for specific restrictions.
  • Shipping an animal from one CONUS location to another does not require additional paperwork for non exotic animals.
  • Hawaii requirements - Shipping pets to Hawaii can be very expensive due to the quarantine requirements. Following the rules will help you shorten the quarantine length and save money!
  • Alaska requirements - pet certificate of health and rabies vaccine if traveling through Canada.
When flying there are a few tips you'll need to know.