Totó's trip

A current rabies vaccine is required. It must be given at least 30 days before you fly, so your pet's immunity has time to kick in.

An early general check-up with your vet. Catch any issues, update vaccines, and book your certificate appointment while you are there.

Airlines limit how many pets fly per cabin or hold. Confirm your pet's spot and crate size rules early.

Your vet issues the international health certificate (CVI). It's only valid for a short window, so this visit must fall within 10 days of your flight.

Leaving the US, the USDA (APHIS) must endorse your pet's health certificate. Most vets submit it online; allow a few days.

Make sure your pet has an ISO 15-digit microchip, implanted before (or on the same day as) the rabies vaccine. Your vet can scan it to confirm it reads.

A current rabies vaccine is required. It must be given at least 30 days before you fly, so your pet's immunity has time to kick in.

An early general check-up with your vet. Catch any issues, update vaccines, and book your certificate appointment while you are there.

Airlines limit how many pets fly per cabin or hold. Confirm your pet's spot and crate size rules early.

Every dog entering the US needs a CDC Dog Import Form receipt. Fill it out online and bring the receipt to the airport.

Your vet issues the international health certificate (CVI). It's only valid for a short window, so this visit must fall within 10 days of your flight.