Travel Checklist
Our veterinary team wants you and your pet to have a safe and happy trip, but there is a lot to remember when traveling with your pet. Use this checklist to help you remember what you need to do and what you should be bringing with you. And remember - we're here to help if you have any questions or concerns!
To Do:
Check with vet:
____ Are vaccines up-to-date? Any additional vaccinations needed?
____ Health Certificate ( need within 10 days of travel)?
____ Heartworm/flea prevention?
____ Any other medications needed/prescriptions to refill
____ Identification (microchip, tattoo, other)?
____ Address any other concerns (eg, motion sickness or what to do if pet becomes ill)?
- Plan extra time/stops for exercise and potty breaks.
- Check with airline for specific regulations/requirements.
- Check with airports for information about pet exercise/rest areas.
- Check the U.S. State and Territory Animal Import Regulations Web site (car travel) for any relevant requirements.
- List places to stay overnight that will accept pets and/or list boarding facilities.
- Get contact information for local veterinarian at place of destination.
- Make sure there is somewhere for pet to stay or someone to take care of pet at place of destination for times you will be out without your pet.
- If staying at someone's house, check if there will be any potential problems with the pet staying (eg, allergic children or aggressive animals).
To Bring:
- Health history form (including your vet's contact information)
- Proof of rabies vaccination
- Health Certificate
- Pet's regular rood, jug of water (for car trip), and bowls
- Pet first-aid kit
- Extra leashes, pet seat belt, and/or carrier/crate for confinement in car and at destination.
- Necessary medications, heartworm/flea preventative, and/or written prescriptions
- Recent photograph of pet
- Collar with tags
