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International Shipping
Domestic vs. International
When sending your animal to a foreign country, it is important to contact the appropriate embassy or consulate to ensure that all requirements are met. Foreign countries are very strict about accepting animal shipments without proper documentation. It is the shippers' responsibility to obtain this paperwork if the country requires it. Some countries may have quarantines or other health requirements at the destination that may require advance
arrangements. Keep in mind, international travel requires more kennel ventilation. The kennel must have ventilation openings on three (3) sides, in addition to the door opening. Some US airlines will no longer accept animals to the United Kingdom as checked baggage or cargo due to rigid evaluation processes applied by U.K.
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NATIONAL CENTER FOR IMPORT
AND EXPORT
Animals Program Glen Garris, Supv. Staff Officer UNIT 39 Phone: (301) 734-8364 FAX: (301) 734-6402 Cook, Morley 734-8687 - Senior Staff Veterinarian/Import David, Michael J. 734-8354 Senior Staff Veterinarian/Export Faizi, Najam Q. 734-8354 - Senior Staff Veterinarian/Export Ferguson, Lisa A. 734-8354 - Senior Staff Veterinarian/Export Grow, Adam G. 734-8687- Senior Staff Veterinarian/Import Hand, Keith A. 734-5097 - Senior Staff Veterinarian/Avian Linkous, Patty 734-8364 - Lead Secretary McRae, Denise M. 734-8354 - Veterinary Program Assistant Montgomery, Joan - 734-8687 - Staff Specialist/Import Moore, Wanda - 734-5097 - Import Permit Examiner Nelson, Shirley - 734-8354 - Veterinary Program Assistant Perkins, Roger - 734-8687 - Staff Veterinarian/Import Sillers, Betsy J. - 734-8687 - Import Permit Examiner Vogt, David F. - 734-8687 - Senior Staff Veterinarian/Import |
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August 1993
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF ARGENTINA FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The certificate shall contain the name and address of the owner, and complete identification of the animal (name, breed, sex and age). In addition the certificate shall show that:
1. The animal(s) were examined within 30 days prior to departure and found to be free of any infectious diseases.
2. The animal(s) were vaccinated against rabies. The vaccine must be given no greater than 12 months and no sooner than 30 days prior to departure. (The rabies vaccination certificate, which should include date of vaccination, product name and serial number, must accompany the health certificate).
Other information:
1. The health certificate must be dated and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The veterinarian's license number must appear on the health certificate.
2. NOTE: Neither Federal endorsement nor Consulate endorsement is required for personal dogs or cats.
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF GREAT BRITAIN FOR DOGS, CATS, OTHER MAMMALS FROM THE UNITED STATES
Great Britain requires an import license for all dogs, cats, and other rabies-susceptible mammals including those taken to a place outside the British Isles and subsequently brought back to Great Britain. No dog or cat may be imported unless an import license has been granted on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (or the Secretary of State for Scotland if appropriate).
Subject to the issue of an import license every imported dog or cat must be detained and isolated, at the owner's expense, at approved quarantine premises for 6 months from the date of its landing (or for such longer period as the Minister may direct). As soon as practicable after arrival at the quarantine premises, the animal must be vaccinated by the Veterinary superintendent with anti-rabies vaccine as specified by the Minister, and again 4 weeks later. A dog or cat may be released from quarantine at any time for immediate exporation.
To obtain an import license,
1. Reserve accommodation for the animal at one of the approved quarantine premises*. It is advisable that quarantine premises should be chosen following a visit by a representative or personal references whenever possible. it is also advisable to book well in advance of the date of importation, particularly during the holiday months. If an urgent reply is required prepaid cable, telex, or airmail charges are usually required by the quarantine premises proprietor;
2. Reserve the services of one of the authorized carrying agents* (some quarantine premises are also authorized carrying agents). If an import license is granted, it will be sent to the carrying agent and he will meet the animal at the port/airport of disembarkation, clear it through Customs and be responsible for its safe custody to the quarantine premises concerned;
3. When confirmation from both quarantine premises and the carrying agent is received that booking has been accepted; application (Form ID 1*) should be completed and sent to Rabies Branch, MAFF, Hook Rise South, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6 7NF. (If the animal is to be quarantined in Scotland, send the application to the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries for Scotland, Chesser House, 500 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh.
*Lists of kennels and carrying agents and license application forms can be obtained from British Information Service, 845 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10022.
EHLL 3AW.) Quarantine premises may submit applications on behalf of an owner, but only applications in writing on the appropriate form (ID 1) are acceptable;
4. It is advisable to make quarantine arrangements and apply for a license, at least 8 weeks, and certainly no later than 4 weeks, before the proposed importation date.
The Ministry will confirm the bookings with the quarantine premises and the carrying agent concerned and approximately 6 weeks prior to the date of importation will then:
1. Issue the license to the carrying agent; and
2. Send a "boarding document" and crate label, which will confirm the license reference (IDY No) and also act as written evidence which a shipper or airline will require before allowing the animal to be embarked.
3. Animals may be landed in Great Britain only at the following ports/airports:
Ports Airports
Dover Eastern Docks Birmingham Harwich Navy Yard Wharf Edinburgh Hull Gatwick Liverpool Glasgow International Hoverport Heathrow (Pegwell Bay) Ramsgate Leeds Southampton Manchester Prestwick
It is an offense to try to land an animal at any other port/airport unless in an emergency situation; e.g., diversion because of bad weather.
4. Animals imported into Great Britain by air must travel as manifested freight in the freight compartment of an aircraft and NOT excess passenger baggage. In no circumstances will animals be allowed to travel in the passenger cabin section. For animals traveling by air, a label will be supplied by MAFF/DAFS and must be handed to the airline to affix to the crate containing the animal before it will be accepted for embarkation. This ensures the crate is identifiable as containing an animal subject to quarantine.
APRIL 1997
QUARANTINE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE IMPORTATION OF CATS FROM APPROVED COUNTRIES IN WHICH DOG-MEDIATED RABIES IS ABSENT OR WELL-CONTROLLED
1. These conditions apply to the importation of cats from certain countries and territories recognized by the Australian Government as countries or territories in which dog-mediated rabies is absent or well controlled. A list of approved countries and territories in which dog-mediated rabies is absent or well controlled is at Appendix 1. The list is subject to change. Importers should check with the Principal Veterinary Officer (Quarantine) [PVO(Q)] at the time of applying for an import permit.
2. These conditions form part of the permit to Import. The complete current Import Permit must accompany the cat into Australia.
3. Each cat being imported must also be accompanied by Veterinary Certificate A signed by the registered veterinarian or Official Veterinarian who has performed the treatments and examinations specified in these conditions, and Veterinary Certificate B signed by an Official Veterinarian of the exporting country or territory.
[An Official Veterinarian is a civil service veterinarian or a specially appointed veterinarian as authorized by the Veterinary Administration of the exporting country or territory and able to sign certificates on behalf of that Veterinary Administration. In the case of cats imported from the USA, the Veterinary Certificate B must be signed by an USDA/APHIS Veterinarian.]
The Veterinary certificates A and B (as included with these conditions) must be in English and, where necessary, in a language understood by the certifying Official Veterinarian. The cat must be certified as having met the residency, disease testing, treatment and clinical health requirements specified in these conditions. The certification must also include the following information:
a. age or date of birth of the cat, b. the sex, breed, color, coat type and markings, including distinguishing marks, c. identifying microchip number, type and implantation site, d. place of origin of the cat (where it has been domiciled for the past six months) e. name and address of the exporter, f. name and address of the consignee, g. means of transport.
Each page of Veterinary Certificate A, the laboratory reports and vaccination certificates must be stamped with an Official Stamp of the Government of the exporting country and be endorsed by signature and date by the Official Veterinarian who completes Veterinary Certificate B.
[Corrections to entries made in e certificates will only be accepted in the following circumstances: - correction fluid must not be used, and - the original entry has been struck through and remains legible and the correction is written adjacent to the original (for example, Breed: Chinchilla Burmese), and - each correction has been signed by the Official Veterinarian.]
**NOTE: Veterinary Certificates A and B have been provided to each Area Office in a hard copy format. The exporter may have a copy of these which was included with their import permit. Please encourage them to use the certificates we have developed instead, as they are specific for animals from the U.S..
GENERAL CONDITIONS
4. Residency 4.1 The cat must have been continuously resident in the country orterritory of export for at least six (6) months prior to export, and must not have been in quarantine or under quarantine restriction during the thirty (30) days immediately preceding export, except that
4.2 cats imported directly from Australia into the country or territory of export may be returned to Australia with less than six (6) months residency under the following additional conditions:
- the cat has resided continuously in the country or territory of export since being imported directly from Australia, and
- the cat was vaccinated against rabies with an approved inactivated rabies vaccine at least one (1) month and not more than six (6) months prior to leaving Australia when the cat was at least three (3) months of age, and
- the cat was identified by microchip prior to, or at the time of, rabies vaccination in Australia, and
- the cat has been subjected to a serum rabies neutralizing antibody titre test no less than 60 days, and no more than 12 months prior to re-export to Australia, with satisfactory results (at least 0.5 IU/ml).
Applicants seeking permission to re-import a cat/s under these conditions will be required to provide proof of the rabies vaccination, rabies neutralizing antibody titre test result and microchip identification.
5. Pregnancy Status
Female cats more than six (6) weeks pregnant at the time of export and female cats suckling young are ineligible for importation.
6. Age restriction
Cats under six (6) months of age at the time of export are ineligible for importation.
7. Post-entry Quarantine Period
The cat imported under these conditions will be required to serve a period of quarantine in an approved animal quarantine station after arrival (see Section 18 below).
SANITARY CONDITIONS
8. Rabies vaccination
8.1 Vaccination regime
The cat must have been vaccinated against rabies with an approved inactivated vaccine when at least three (3) months of age according to one of the following regimes:
• in the case of a primovaccination, not less than 90 days and not more than twelve (12) months prior to export; OR
• if the primovaccination was given more than twelve (12) months prior to export the cat must have been given a booster vaccination within the twelve (12) months prior to export; OR
• in the case of a cat being returned to Australia under the conditions at 4.2 above, the vaccination regime specified therein.
The vaccination certificate/s, or copies endorsed by an Official Veterinary, for these rabies vaccinations must be attached to the Veterinary Certificates. 8.2 Rabies neutralizing antibody titre testing
To ensure that the rabies vaccination/s is effective the cat must undergo a rabies neutralizing antibody titre tests with a satisfactory result (satisfactory is at least 0.5 IU/ml.). The animal’s identifying microchip number must be used to identify the samples and must appear on the laboratory reports.
The rabies test must be performed not less than 60 days and not more than twelve (12) months prior to the date of export. The laboratory report from this test must be endorsed by the Official Veterinarian and sent with the application for an Import Permit. An Import Permit which includes these conditions will not be issued if the laboratory report is not satisfactory.
8.3 Identification for vaccination/sampling
The cat must be identifiable by a microchip implanted at or before the time of sampling for the rabies neutralizing antibody titre test performed to ensure the cat is eligible for importation. In the case of a cat being returned to Australia with less than six months residency in the country of export, the microchip must have been implanted prior to, or at the time of, rabies vaccination in Australia.
9. Other vaccinations
The cat must have been vaccinated against feline enteritis, feline rhinotracheitis and feline calicivirus at least fourteen (14) days and not more than twelve (12) months prior to export.
The vaccination certificate/s, or copies endorsed by an Official Veterinarian, for these vaccinations must be attached to the Veterinary Certificates.
10. Internal parasites
Within fourteen (140 days prior to export the cat must be treated with approved anthelmintics effective against nematodes and cestodes. The active ingredient/s and dose rate must be recorded on Veterinary Certificate A.
11. External parasites
Within 96 hours prior to export the cat must be treated with approved parasiticides effective against ticks. The active ingredient/s and concentration must be recorded on Veterinary Certificate A.
12. Pre-export inspection
Within 48 hours prior to export the cat must be examined by a registered veterinarian or an Official Veterinarian and found to be free from clinical signs of infectious or contagious disease and external parasites, and to be fit to travel.
13. Laboratory testing
All immunological tests are to be carried out by an official diagnostic laboratories approved by the competent authority of the exporting country. An approved laboratory need not be situated in the country of export.
TRANSPORT
14. If being consigned by air the cat must be consigned to Australia in a container of no lesser standard than that required by CONTAINER REQUIREMENT 1 of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Live Animals Regulations. This specifies, among other things, that the container must: • be strong enough to prevent the animal escaping; • have one end open and covered with bars, weld mesh, or smooth expanded metal securely attached, to provide the main ventilation opening; • have ventilation openings on all sides totalling a minimum of 16% of the surface area of the four sides; • only have ventilation openings of such size that it is impossible for the animal to protrude its nose or paws outside the container;l • be large enough to permit the animal to stand in a natural position, turn around and lie down; and • contain a drinking bowl to which water can be added without opening the container.
In addition the container must be sealed with an official seal/s prior to departure from the country of territory of export and the number/s on the seal/s recorded on Veterinary Certificate B. The construction of the container and the placement of the seal/s must be such that the container cannot be readily opened without breaking the seal/s.
15. If being consigned by sea, the Master of the vessel and the Port Authority must certify that the cat was confined on board and had no contact with other animals at each port of call.
16. During transport to Australia the cat must not be trans-shipped (change of aircraft or vessel) other than in a rabies free country or territory or in a country or territory to which these conditions apply. Trans-shipment will require the approval of the relevant authority in the country of trans-shipment as well as the prior approval of the PVO(Q).
If the container is opened during transit or trans-shipment it should be resealed and a certificate should be provided by an Official Veterinarian, Port Authority or the Captain of the aircraft detailing the circumstances. Instructions to this effect should be attached to the outside of the container before departure from the port of export.
No animal other than animals being exported to Australia or New Zealand may be carried on the same aircraft or vessel.
POST ARRIVAL QUARANTINE
17. On arrival in Australia the cat will be transported direct to the approved quarantine station. If the container is unsealed, or if the seal is broken, or if the accompanying documentation is unsatisfactory, or if any of these requirements have not been met, the cat may, at the discretion of the PVO(Q) and at the importer’;s expense, be exported, or destroyed, or treated, or required to remain in quarantine until any exotic disease concerns are resolved.
18. Each cat imported under these conditions will be required to serve a period of quarantine in an approved animal quarantine station after arrival.
Cats validly returning to Australia with less than six months residency in the country of export must serve at least thirty (30) days quarantine.
In the case of other eligible cats the length of quarantine period depends on the timing of the rabies neutralizing antibody titer test (showing an antibody level of at least 0.5 IU.ml). No cat shall serve less than 30 days in quarantine irrespective of the date of its rabies vaccinations and tests. Otherwise, the minimum quarantine period is such that no cat will be released from quarantine until at least 180 days following the certified date of collection of the blood sample for the rabies neutralization test that was used to obtain the import permit attached to these conditions. For example:
Collection of samples for rabies neutralizing antibody titer test minimum quarantine period 150 days prior to arrival in Australia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 days 135 days prior to arrival in Australia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 days 120 days prior to arrival in Australia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 days 90 days prior to arrival in Australia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 days19.
During quarantine the cat may be subjected to any additional
testing or treatment, as specified by AQIS, at the importer's expense.
JUNE 1991
The following requirements are those listed in the ASPCA booklet entitled "Traveling With Your Pet":
For cats and dogs, a health certificate in Dutch, English, French, or German, legalized by the veterinary service in the country of origin, must provide a complete description of the animal (genus, age, breed, color, hairing, and marks), the name of the owner, and the address of the destination. Belgium also requires:
(1) That a complete vaccination against rabies be applied with a vaccine controlled and approved by the state in the country of preparation, such as an inactivated nerve tissue vaccine; the live vaccine of the type Flury "High Egg Passage" (HEP); the live vaccine of the type Flury "Low Egg Passage" (LEP); or a tissue grown vaccine on a basis of the Era-tribe.
(2) That vaccination be applied between 30 days and six months before the date of dispatch to a dog or cat vaccinated after having reached the age of three months. If a dog was vaccinated with the inactivated nerve tissue or the HEP vaccine after have reached the age of three months, he should be vaccinated again between 30 days and one year before departure. A dog or a cat vaccinated with the LEP or the Era-tribe vaccine after having reached the age of three months should be vaccinated again between 30 days and two years before departure.
Importation from African countries is subject to a request from the Belgian Ministry of Agriculture.
When any requirement has not been observed, the animal will be vaccinated on arrival.
There are no import restrictions for transportation of animals within the territory of BENELUX (Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg).
When importing from the United Kingdom, a vaccination against rabies is not required. But a health certificate attesting that the animal has no symptoms of rabies and is in good health must be obtained not more than eight days before arrival.
December 1996
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF BRAZIL FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
Pet Dogs and Cats:
1. The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. Health certificates must be issued within 3 months prior to arrival.
2. The animals must be currently inoculated against rabies -- a rabies vaccination certificate should accompany the animal.
3. The health certificate must be endorsed by Veterinary Services (APHIS/VS) and legalized at a Brazilian Consulate for a fee. If the documents are submitted by mail, a self-addressed stamped envelope must accompany the certificates.
4. There is no quarantine period on arrival in Brazil.
June 1986
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF CANADA FOR DOGS AND CATS FROM THE UNITED STATES
Dogs and cats must be accompanied by a rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian clearly identifying the animal and showing that the animal was vaccinated against rabies during the 3 years immediately preceding importation into Canada.
The above requirement does not apply to a seeing-eye dog, a puppy, or a kitten that is apparently under 3 months of age.
OTHER INFORMATION
The date of the vaccination and the type of the vaccine used must be identified on the rabies vaccination certificate.
OCTOBER 1992
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF CHILE FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The certificate shall contain the name and address of the owner, and complete identification of the animal (name, breed, sex and age). Additional information shall include:
Certification Statements:
1. The animal(s) were examined within 15 days prior to departure and found to be free of any infectious diseases.
2. The animal(s) were vaccinated against rabies. The vaccine must be given no greater than 12 months and no sooner than 30 days prior to departure. (The rabies vaccination certificate, which should include date of vaccination, product name and serial number, must accompany the health certificate).
3. The animal(s) were treated against endo- and ecto-parasites.
Other information:
1. The health certificate must be dated and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The veterinarian's license number must appear on the health certificate.
2. Upon arrival in Chile, the animals may be required to be under official observation for a period of at least 30 days.
3. NOTE: Neither Federal endorsement nor Consulate endorsement is required for personal dogs or cats.
SEPTEMBER 1994
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF COLOMBIA FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The dogs or cats must be accompanied by a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian, and endorsed by a Veterinary Services (VS) veterinarian. Additional information shall include:
CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
1. The dog/cat was examined and found to be healthy and free of any clinical signs of infectious disease. Note: In general this examination should be conducted within 2 weeks of the departure date.
2. The animals were vaccinated against distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, and parvovirus.
VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS
1. See Certification Statement No. 2.
2. Animals over 4 months old must be vaccinated against rabies.
OTHER INFORMATION
1. It is recommended that a State or Federal (VS Form 18-1), U.S. Interstate and International Certificate for Small Animals be used.
2. The accompanying health certificate should be made out at least in duplicate.
3. The health certificate does NOT need to be signed by a Notary Public, nor does it need to be stamped by the Colombian Consular office.
4. Animals exported in commercial lot numbers must be accompanied by an import permit. Personal pet dogs or cats do not need an Import permit.
5. The rabies vaccination certificate should accompany the health documents.
August 1994
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The following conditions are requirements for personal pets:
The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The certificate shall contain the name and address of the owner, and complete identification of the animal (name, breed, sex, and age). Additional information shall include:
1. The animal(s) were examined within 30 days prior to departure and found to be free of any infectious diseases.
2. The animal(s) were vaccinated against rabies. The vaccine must be given no greater than 12 months and no sooner than 30 days prior to departure. (The rabies vaccination certificate, which should include date of vaccination, product name and serial number, must accompany the health certificate).
OTHER INFORMATION
Neither Federal endorsement nor Consulate endorsement is required for personal dogs or cats; however, Federal endorsement can be done, particularly when U.S. airlines request it from the owners.
July 1989
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND FOR THE IMPORTATION OF DOGS AND CATS
The importation of dogs and cats into the State from places abroad (other than Great Britain, the Channel Islands, and the Isle of Man) is prohibited except under license granted by the Department of Agriculture. The animal must be consigned by air as manifested freight for entry at one of the approved ports of entry viz. Dublin, Cork, or Shannon Airports. Animals landed at Cork or Shannon must be transhipped by air to Dublin. The licence must accompany the animal in transit and be presented to the proper officer of Customs and Excise at the airport of landing. If the license is not available the landing of the animal will not be permitted and accordingly dogs or cats from abroad should not be sent to this country until the necessary import licence has been obtained.
Any dog or cat imported under license must undergo at least 6 months detention and isolation at an approved quarantine premises after landing and during that test period is subjected to two anti-rabies vaccinations. No exceptions to these rules are permitted. An outbreak or suspected outbreak of serious animal disease in the quarantine premises may necessitate the prolongation of the quarantine period.
When landed the animal must be conveyed in a nose and paw proof container direct to the approved quarantine premises by the approved carriers, viz:-
Coras Iompair Eireann, Road Freight Section North Wall, Dublin 1. Phone: Dublin 01(746891)
The approved quarantine premises is:-Lissenhall
Quarantine Kennels and Cattery, Lissenhall, Swords, Co Dublin. Phone: Dublin 01(401776)
Application for an import licence should be made on the enclosed Form A and should be accompanied by a completed Form B {Declaration by Owner and Health Certificate). Before making application, the owner of the animal should ensure that accommodation at the quarantine premises is available and that the carrying agents will arrange for the transport of the animal from Dublin Airport to the quarantine premises. The licence cannot be granted until an assurance in writing is received in this Department from both the Veterinary Surgeon in charge of the quarantine premises and Coras Iompair Erreann that the necessary arrangements have been made.
When the license is granted, the owner of the animal should notify Coras Iompair Eireann of the time of arrival of the animal at Dublin Airport. He should also supply the veterinary surgeon at the quarantine premises with an address at which communications about the animal will be received while it is undergoing detention.
The quarantine and vaccination fees are matters for settlement between the owner of the animal and the veterinary surgeon in charge of the premises. The Department will not be responsible for any expenses incurred in connection with the landing, transport, or detention of the animal or for any injury to or illness which may befall the animal.
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION (FORM A) AND DECLARATION BY OWNER AND HEALTH CERTIFICATE (FORM B) SHOULD BE SENT TO THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (ANIMAL HEALTH DIVISION) AGRICULTURE HOUSE, KILDARE STREET, DUBLIN 2.
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE,
DUBLIN FORM A IMPORTATION OF DOGS AND CATS ORDERS 1929-1970 APPLICATION
FOR A LICENSE TO LAND A DOG OR CAT FOR DETENTION ON THE PREMISES OF A VETERINARY
SURGEON
1. Description of animal
(in full)
(a) Breed _________________
(b) Name _________________________
(c) Sex ________________
(d) Age ____________________
(e) Full description, stating
color and distinctive marks ......................................................
......................................................
2. Where located at date
of this application .......................... .........................................................................
3. Airport of shipment ...............................
4. Name and permanent Irish
address of owner ........................... .........................................................................
5 Airport of landing .............................
Note: If landed at Cork
or Shannon Airports the animal must be transhipped by air to Dublin
6. Approximate date of landing
in Ireland ..............................
7. Name and full address
of the person to whom the licence, if granted, is to be sent ................................................................
.........................................................................
8. Have you made arrangements
with (a) the owner of the quarantine premises for the accommodation of
the animal for the 6 month period (a) .............
and (b) the approved carrying
agents for the conveyance of the animal to the quarantine premises (b)
..............
CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO A
LICENSE, IF GRANTED
1. The animal must be landed
within the period specified in the licence, and only if separately confined
in a suitable hamper, crate, box, or other receptacle, which must be nose
and paw proof and must not contain any hay, straw, or peat moss litter.
2. The animal must be consigned
as manifested freight and landed at one of the approved airports of entry
viz. Dublin, Cork, or Shannon Airports, but animals landed at Cork or Shannon
must be transhipped by air to Dublin.
3. The animal shall be moved
from Dublin Airport by Coras Iompair Eireann to the place of detention
specified in the licence.
4. The animal shall not
be removed from the receptacle pending arrival at the place of detention
or be allowed to pass into the custody of the owner.
5. Prior to the landing
of the animal, the person in charge must produce the license to the proper
Officer of Customs and Excise, and also at any time on demand for inspection
by an officer of the Department or a member of the Garda Siochana.
6. All quarantine and vaccination
costs shall be borne by the owner.
I, the undersigned, having
received the Department of Agriculture Requirements (dated June 1989) apply
for a licence to land the dog or cat referred to in this application. I
declare that the animal is my property. I declare also that to the best
of my knowledge and belief all the particulars given are correct, and I
understand the conditions under which the licence may be granted and I
undertake they will be observed.
(Signature) ................................
(Address) ...............................................................
................................
Date: ................ 19 ........
THE COMPLETED FORMS A &
B SHOULD BE SENT TO:
THE SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT
OF AGRICULTURE (VETERINARY SECTION), AGRICULTURE HOUSE, KILDARE STREET,
DUBLIN 2.
Form B DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
IMPORTATION OF CATS AND DOGS
Declaration by Owner
(To be made before a Magistrate,
Notary Public, or Commissioner for Oaths) I, ...................................................................
(name in full
of .................................................................
(Address)
being the owner of the animal(s)
described in the schedule hereunder, do solemnly and sincerely declare
that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the said animal has not/have
not within the past 6 months been in direct/ indirect contact with any
animal affected with any disease.
And I make this solemn declaration
conscientiously believing the same to be true.
___________________________________________
(Signature of Owner)
Declared and Subscribed
before me at ......................... this ............ day of
.........................
19.......
_____________________________
(Signature of Magistrate/Notary Public/ Commissioner for Oaths)
Schedule (all columns must
be completed) ___________________________________________________________________________
Number, Kind Sex Age Description, Name and Address and Breed including
of Consignee ____________________________________________color____________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
I, ......................................
of................................ being a duly qualified veterinarian,
hereby certify that I have examined the animal referred to in the foregoing
declaration and find it/them to be in good health and free from all infectious
and contagious diseases and further, that having made due inquiry in respect
of the said declaration, I have no reason to doubt its correctness
_____________________________________
(Signature)
AUGUST 1988
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF FINLAND FOR PETS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
Finland requires a health certificate to be issued within 10 days of arrival.
CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
1. The animals have been vaccinated against distemper on ______________ (date) with ________________________ (product).
2. The animals have been examined and are free of internal parasites.
3. The animals were vaccinated for rabies between 30 days and 12 months prior to arrival.
OTHER INFORMATION
1. The health certificate should include the names, title, and address of the issuing veterinarian; the date issued; and complete identification of the animals.
2. An import permit is not required.
3. The animals will not be subject to a 4 month quarantine.
4. The health certificate should be written in Finnish, Swedish, English, or German.
AMBASSADE DE FRANCE AUX ETATS-UNIS SERVICE DE L'EXPANSION ECONOMIQUE
SEPTEMBER 1994
ENTRY OF FAMILY PETS INTO FRANCE
1. DOGS AND CATS
Travelers may bring their dogs and cats from the United States of America (into France) under the following conditions (1):
- Each family is limited to 3 animals, only one of which can be a puppy or a kitten (under 6 month of age);
- Dogs and cats are admitted upon presentation, at the port of entry in France, of a rabies vaccination certificate, signed by a licensed veterinarian (2) and valid in the United States;
- if the animal has never undergone a rabies vaccination or if the last date for the rabies booster shot has been passed beyond, it is mandatory to vaccinate or re vaccinate the animal not less than 30 days before departure. The rabies vaccination of a young animal before 3 months of age is not recognized as valid.
1) Should these conditions not be fulfilled, an import permit is then required.
2) Licensed veterinarian means lawful practitioner, and not necessarily Official State Veterinarian.
REMARKS:
- There is no mandatory quarantine (in France). - A certificate of health dated less than 5 days before departure is no longer required for cats and dogs. - All port of entry for travelers can be used.
DEMANDE DE DEROGATION SANITAIRE POUR L'IMPORTATION OU LE TRANSIT D'ANIMAUX VIVANTS APPLICATION FOR IMPORT PERMIT CONCERNING LIVE ANIMALS IMPORTATEUR/IMPORTER PAYS D'ORIGINE/COUNTRY OF ORIGIN:
Nom ou raison sociale/Name: BUREAU DE DOUANES D'ENTREE/PORT OF
Adresse/Address:
Telephone/Telephone:ENTRY:
DESTINATAIRE/CONSIGNEE MINISTERE DE L'AGRICULTURE ET DE LA
NOM/NAME: DIRECTION GENERALE DE L'ALIMENTATION
ADRESSE/ADDRESS: EN
TELEPHONE/TELEPHONE: 175 RUE DU CHEVALERET FORET
BUREAU DE LA REGLEMENTATION SANITAIRE
MATIERE D'ECHANGES INTERNATIONAUX
75646 PARIS CEDEX 13 TEL 1.45.84.13.13 POSTE 54.84
LOCAUX D'HEBERGEMENT OBJET DE L'IMPORTATION/ANIMALS TO BE FACILITIES FOR HOUSING THE ANIMALS IMPORTED
Nom du proprietaire/Name of owner: ESPECE ANIMALE/SPECIES:
Adresse/Address: RACE/BREED (1):
Telephone/Telephone: QUANTITE/QUANTITY:SEXE/SEX (1):
DESTINATION DES ANIMAUX/DESTINATION OF ANIMALS:
(1) pour les animaux autres que de boucherie/for animals not intended for slaughter Je soussigne, m'engage a respecter toutes les conditions prescrites par la Direction Generale de l'Alimentation du Ministere de l'Agriculture et de la Foret/I the undersigned, undertake to comply with all requirements from the General Direction of Alimentation of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forest
(DATE-SIGNATURE-CACHET/DATE-SIGNATURE- STAMP)
Avis du Directeur des Services Veterinaires du Departement d'accueil/Opinion of the Director of the Veterinary Services in the district where animals will be housed
- Decision du Ministere de l'Agriculture et de la Foret/Decision of the Ministry of Agriculture and forest PARIS, le POUR LE MINISTRE ET PAR AUTORISATION POUR LE DIRECTEUR GENERAL DE L'ALIMENTATION
SOUS RESERVE DE L'APPLICATION DES CONDITIONS SANITAIRES CIJOINTES/SUBJECT TO THE ENCLOSED SANITARY CONDITIONS
- Remarque importante: Cette derogation est strictement persnonnelle, incessible et ne dispense pas de l'application des autres formalites administratives. Elle peut etre annulee sans delai pour raisons sanitaires.
8/94 Addresses of the Supreme Veterinary Authorities in the "Laender" of the Federal Republic of Germany
Anschriften der fur das Veterinarwesen zustandigen obersten Landesbeherden in der Bunesrepublic Deutschland
Telex-Nr Minister fur Ernahrung, Dusternbrooker Weg 104 Landwirtschaeft und Forsten des Postfach 29 27 51 Landes Schleswig-Holstein 2300 Kiel Tel. (0432) 5961
Ernie und Hansestadt Hamburg Tesdorpfstrabe 8 Gesundheitsbehorde Postfach 2524 21 11 00 - Amt fur Gesundheits-und 2000 Hamburg 13 Veterinarwesen Tel. (040) 441 950
Niedersachsischer Minister fur Calenberger Strabe 2 Ernahrung, Landwirtschaft und Postfach 243 92 27 09 Forsten 3000 Hannover 1 Tel. (0511) 120-1
Freie Hansestadt Bremen Grobe Weidestrabe 4-16 Senator fur Gesundheit und 2800 Bremen 1 24 48 04 Sport Tel. (0421) 3611
Minister fur Umwelt, Raumordnung Schwannstr 3 und Landwirtschaft des Landes Postfach 85 84 965 Nordhein-Westfalen 4000 Dusseldorf 30 Tel. (0211) 45631
Hessischer Sozialminister Dostojewskistrabe 4 Postfach 3140 41 86 935 6200 Wiesbaden 1 Tel. (06121) 8171
Ministerium fur Umwelt und Bauhofstrabe 4 Gesundheit des Landes Postfach 3180 41 87 643 Rhienland-Pfalz 6500 Mainz Tel. (06131) 161
Ministerium fur Ernahrung Marienstrabe 41 Landwirtschaft, Umwelt and Postfach 491 72 16 08 Forsten Baden-Wurttemberg 7000 Stuttgart 1 Tel. (0711) 66761
Bayerisches Staatsministerium Pdeonsplatz 3 des Innern Postfach 52 45 40 8000 Munchen 22 Tel. (089) 2192-1
Germany/Pets 2
Ministerium fur Arbeil Franz-Josef-Roder-Str. 23 Gesundheit und Sozialordnung Postfach 1010 68 19 37 6600 Saarbrucken 1 Tel. (0681) 501-1
Senator fur Gesundheit und An der Urania 2-12 Soziales 1000 Berlin 30 18 37 98
AUGUST 1994
Health Certificate Health Certificate No. ______________ Issued _____________ (Valid only if the USDA Veterinary Seal Appears over the Certificate No.)
Iterarztliche Impfbescheinigung fur die Einfuhr und die Durchfuhr von Hunden und Hauskatzen im Reiseverkehr
Veterinary Vaccination Certificate Regarding the Importation and Transit of Dogs and Domestic Cats by Travellers
Herkunftsland: ________________________________ Country of Origin:
Ausstellender Teirarzt (Name u. Anschrift): ______________________________ __________________________________________________________________________ Issuing Veterinary Surgeon (Name and Address):
I. Herkunft des Tieres: _________________________________________________ Name u. Anschrift des Halters des Tieres: ____________________________
Origin of Animal: Name and Address of Owner:
Name und Anschrift des Verfugungsberechtigten: _______________________ Name and Address of Owner's Agent:
II. Angaben zun Identifizierung des Tieres: Identification of Animal:
Hund/Katze, Geschlecht: ________________ Rasse: __________________ Dog/Cat, Sex: Breed:
Alter: _____________________________ Farbe: __________________ Age: Color:
Art und Zeichnung des Felles: __________________________________ Type of coat and description:
Sonstige Kennzeichen oder Beschreibung: ______________________________ Other identifying features or description:
III. Der Unterzeichnete bescheinigt folgendes: The undersigned certifies the following:
Das Tier ist zuletzt 1) am 2) mit einem zugelassenen The animal was last 1) vaccinated on 2) against ____________________________________
Impfstoff gegen Tollwut geimpft worden. rabies with an approved vaccine.
Health Certificate No. _____________________
1)2) Eine vorausgegangene Schutzimpfung des Tieres gegen Tollwut Liegt micht Langer al onate zuruck.
1)2) The animal was previously vaccinated against rabies not more
than 12 months ago.
Art des Impfstoffes: _______________________________________ Type of Vaccine:
Bezeichnung des Impfstoffes: ______________________________ Designation of Vaccine:
Hersteller: _____________________________ Make:
IV. Diese Bescheinigung ist, vom Tage der Letzten Tollwut Schutzimpfung an gerechnet, 12 Monate gultig. 2)
This certificate is valid for 12 months, starting from the date of the last vaccination against rabies. 2)
Ausgefertigt in ___________________________ am _____________________________ Issued at (ort) (Datum) (Town) (Date)
(Siegel oder Stempel) Tierarzt: (Seal or Stamp) Veterinary Surgeon:
___________________________________ (Unterschrift) (Signature)
_________________ 1) streichen, wenn nicht zutreffend 1) delete as appropriate
2) Die Einfuhr ist nur zulassig, wenn die Letzte Tollwutschutzimpfung mindesten age and Langsten onate zuruckliegt. Die 30-Tage-Frist gilt micht, wenn es sich um eine im Abstand von Langsten onaten nach der vorausgegangenen Schutzimpfung durchgefuhrte Wiederholungsimpfung hendelt.
2) Importation is only permitted if the animal was last vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days but not more than 12 months ago. The 30 day requirement does not apply if the vaccination was renewed within 12 months of the previous vaccination.
NOTE: ANIMALS WHICH CANNOT BE IMMUNIZED BECAUSE OF AGE MAY NOT ENTER GERMANY.
FEBRUARY 1991 MODEL CERTIFCATE 14
Health Certificate Issued ____________ Health Certificate No._________________ (Valid only if the USDA Veterinary Seal Appears over the Certificate No.)
U.S. ORIGIN HEALTH CERTIFICATE FOR THE EXPORTATION OF CATS AND DOGS TO GREECE
Exporting Country: United States of America Competent Ministry: U.S. Department of Agriculture Competent Service: Veterinary Services of the State of ______________
I. Identification of animal
Species Sex Breed Age or Marks and/or date of description birth
II. Health Information
I, the undersigned, being an official veterinarian designated by the competent authority of the United States, certify that the animal described above meets the following requirements:
1. It has been examined this day and shows no clinical signs or symptoms of infectious and contagious diseases.
2. It has been vaccinated against rabies on (date). Vaccine used (1) (2)
3. It has been treated against echinococcosis with (name of product) within thirty days prior to date of loading (2).
4. This certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of loading.
Place and date of loading
Health Certificate No. (Valid
only if the USDA Veterinary Seal Appears over the Certificate No.)
Type or Print - Name of
Endorsing Federal Veterinarian Type or Print -Name and Address of issuing
Accredited Veterinarian
( ) Date Endorsed and Signature
of Endorsing Federal Veterinarian (Valid only if USDA Veterinary Seal Appears
over the Signature of Accredited Signature of the endorsing Federal Veterinarian
Veterinarian).
(1) The rabies vaccination
should be given not less than 15 days and not more than twelve months from
the date of arrival in Greece.
(2) Delete in case of animals
under three months old.
NOVEMBER 1993
HEALTH CERTIFICATE FOR DOGS AND CATS TO BE EXPORTED TO HONG KONG FROM THE UNITED STATES
Part A: DECLARATION BY EXPORTER
I, (Name in block letter) of
(full address) declare that the animal(s) described below *is/are to be exported to Hong Kong on (date) by air flight No. under air waybill No. the consignee in Hong Kong is (Name in block letter) of (Full address)
Description of animal(s):
| Type of | Quantity |Breed |Sex | Age | Color including | Hong Kong | | animal | | | | |distinguishing | Permit No. | | | | | | |marking, tattoos | | | | | | | |(if any, etc.) | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
I further declare that the above described animal(s) *has/have been continuously residing in the (Full address in exporting country) FOR THE PRECEDING 4 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE DATE*/OR SINCE BIRTH* (*delete if not applicable)
Singed by exporter Date
Part B: VETERINARY CERTIFICATE (Health Information) (to be completed and signed by the government veterinary authority or by an accredited veterinary surgeon of the exporting country.)
On (date) at the request of the exporter, I certify that the said animal(s) *is/are intended to export to Hong Kong. I have examined the animal(s) which *is/are found to be free from clinical signs of infectious or contagious diseases. To the best of my knowledge, after having HONG KONG/Canine/Feline
made due inquiries, I can state that (i) the said animal(s) *is/are NOT coming from *a rabies infected area/an area quarantined for rabies; (ii) the said
HONG KONG/Canine/Feline
animal(s) *has/have been continuously residing in (exporting country) *since birth/*for 4 months immediately prior to the2 departure of the animal(s) to Hong Kong; (iii) In my professional opinion the animal(s) *is/are either not pregnant or less than 4 weeks pregnant; and (iv) the animal(s) *is/are fit to travel to Hong Kong.
I have no reason to doubt the correctness of the above declaration made by the exporter and I also certify that there has been no rabies reported in (country/state/district/are where the animal(s) are kept) for MORE THAN 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE DEPARTURE DATE.
Part C: VACCINATION CERTIFICATION
This is to certify that the said animal(s) *has/have been vaccinated against the following diseases before coming to Hong Kong:
RABIES
LATEST DOSE Note: to be done not less than 30 days and not more than 1 year before coming to Hong Kong
Date Product
PREVIOUS DOSE(S)
Date Product
# MAJOR INFECTIOUS DISEASES
LATEST DOSE Note: to be done not less than 14 days and not more than 1 year before coming to Hong Kong
Date Product3 HONG KONG/Canine/Feline
PREVIOUS DOSE(S)
Date Product
# Major Infectious Diseases
For dogs: Canine Distemper, Infectious Canine Hepatitis and Canine Parvovirus
For Cats: Feline Panleukopenia (Infectious Enteritis) and Feline Respiratory Disease complex (Cat Flu)
(Please note that Dogs and Cat under six months of age must have been vaccinated TWICE against the above major infectious diseases)
* Delete if not applicable
Type or Print - Name and address of Issuing Accredited Veterinarian
Signature - Issuing Accredited Veterinarian Date Issued
Type or Print - Name of Endorsing Veterinarian
Signature of Endorsing Veterinarian Date Endorsed4 HONG KONG/Canine/Feline
Notes: 1. This certificate must be completed, signed and endorsed by the issuing veterinarian and a full time salaried government veterinarian respectively. Other certifications in full compliance with the specified requirements as stipulated in Part A to Part c of this format is also accepted if the certificate concerned is issued by the veterinary authority of the exporting country.
2. This certificate is valid for 14 days form date of completion.
3. Vaccination Certificates/Records of previous vaccination are required to accompany with this document. 4. A prior permit must be obtained from Hong Kong Agriculture and Fisheries Department Canton Road Government Offices 393 Canton Road, 12th Floor, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
November 1988
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF INDIA FOR PET ANIMALS FROM THE UNITED STATES
A tourist or non-tourist passenger may be allowed clearance of one dog and other domestic pets like cats and birds in a limited number without import restrictions by furnishing the following health certificates to the Custom authorities at the time of clearance:
a) The animals must be accompanied by a U.S. Origin Health Certificate issued by a veterinarian authorized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and endorsed by a Veterinary Services (VS) veterinarian. The certificate shall contain that the dog imported is free from Aujeszky's disease, distemper, rabies, leichmaniasis and leptospirosis; and in the case of cats from rabies and distemper.
b) In the case of import of dogs and cats originating from countries where rabies infection is known to exist, a health certificate containing a record of vaccination, vaccine used, brew of vaccine, and the name of the production laboratory and to the effect that the dog/cat was vaccinated against rabies more than one month but within 12 months prior to actual embarkation with nervous tissue vaccine or within 36 months with chicken embryo vaccine, both the vaccines having previously passed satisfactory potency tests.
c) In the case of parrots, a certificate to the effect that the parrots were subjected to a complement-fixation test for psittacosis with negative results within 30 days prior to actual embarkation.
AUGUST 1993
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF ISRAEL FOR DOGS AND CATS TO ISRAEL FROM THE UNITED STATES
Up to two (each) dogs and cats accompanied by their owner may be imported to Israel without an import permit. The animals must have been in the owner's possession for at least 90 days before arrival in Israel. A health certificate, issued by an accredited veterinarian, is required. The certificate must also be endorsed by USDA-APHIS-Veterinary Services. The certificate should include:
1. A certification statement that the animals were examined and found healthy and free from infectious and contagious diseases.
2. Date of rabies vaccination and product used. Dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies not more than one year and not less than one month prior to arrival in Israel. Dogs and cats under vaccination age, (3 months,) are not permitted import into Israel.
More than two (each) dogs and cats arriving with their owner require a Veterinary Import permit. A written application for such a permit is to be presented not less than 10 days before the planned date of departure of the animals. The application should include: 1) Type of animal, 2) Sex, 3) Breed, 4) Age, 5) Date of expected arrival in Israel, 6) Country of origin, 7) Other details, if any. There is a fee for the permit, payable by check. The application and payment should be sent to:
The Director of Veterinary Services Ministry of Agriculture PO Box 12 Beit Dagan 50250 ISRAEL Telephone: (03) 9681612 Fax: (03) 9681753
Animals arriving separately from their owners also require an import permit, regardless of the number of animals.
The permit, if granted, will include all needed veterinary conditions and requirements pertaining to the referred animal.
Animals for which the veterinary requirements have not been fulfilled, or suspected of a disease, shall be quarantined for a length of time decided by the Director of Veterinary Services. Animals arriving in Israel without the above mentioned documents will be returned to the country of origin or destroyed.
December 1994
* HEALTH CERTIFICATE IMPORT INTO AND TRANSIT THROUGH ITALY OF DOGS AND CATS ACCOMPANYING TRAVELERS
Identification of animal: dog, cat
Breed Sex
Color Date of Birth
Owner's Name and address:
The above - mentioned animal has been vaccinated against rabies.
Vaccine used: inactivated, living attenuated vaccine.
The animal, examined on this day, does not show any clinical sign of disease.
Made at on
Signature - Veterinary inspector
* USE AS A GUIDE ONLY. Please have the owner contact the Italian consulate closest to them to obtain the bilingual health certificate. For further information, contact the Italian Embassy in Washington, D.C., Area Code (202) 328-5500.
A form attesting to the rabies vaccination of the animal must be completed, stamped with the USDA seal and given to the owner. The owner must then have the form approved and stamped by the State Department. The address of the State Department is as follows:
U.S. State Department (Authentications - Attn: Annie Maddux) Room 101 2400 M St., NW Washington, DC 20520 (202) 647-5002
The form to be used may be obtained from the Import-Export Animals Staff.
March 1995
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF JAPAN FOR DOGS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The animals must be accompanied with both a health certificate and a rabies vaccination certificate. These certificates must be endorsed by a U.S. Department of Agriculture, Veterinary Services veterinarian.
The rabies vaccination certificate should state the date and type of rabies vaccine administered. The vaccination date should be at least 30 days prior to the dogs arrival in Japan in order to minimize the quarantine period. The following chart lists the quarantine periods required. If the rabies vaccine has a labelled immunity period or more than 1 year, the certificate should state its duration.
All dogs entering Japan are quarantined for a time period between 14 and 180 days. The length of quarantine can be determined from the following chart:
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1. The health certificate should be issued within 90 days of departure.
2. The health certificate must be endorsed and sealed using the stamp which states that:
"This health certificate was issued by a veterinarian licensed by the state of ."
signature of USDA/APHIS/VS Veterinarian
NOVEMBER 1993
IMPORTATION OF DOGS AND CATS TO MOROCCO FROM THE UNITED STATES
To enter Morocco, dogs and cats must have a health certificate and rabies vaccination certificate, signed by a veterinarian. These certificates must be endorsed by USDA-APHIS-Veterinary Services in the state where they were issued. Veterinary Services will provide a letter stating that the veterinarian is licensed in the state, and that the rabies vaccination is produced in the United States. The endorsed certificates along with the Veterinary Services letter must then be authenticated by the State Department in Washington, D.C. The address is:
U.S. Department of State Authentication Office 2400 M Street, N.W. Room #101 Washington, DC 20520 Telephone: 202-647-5002
The authenticated certificates must then be presented to the Consular Section of the Moroccan Embassy for legalization. There is a fee for this legalization. A money order and self-addressed, stamped envelope must accompany the certificates to the Embassy, so that the certificates may be returned to the owner.
No quarantine for dogs and cats from the United States is required.
February 1993
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF MEXICO FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
Pet Dogs and Cats:
1. The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. Health certificates for personal pets do not need to be endorsed by a Veterinary Services veterinarian.
2. The animals must be inoculated against rabies (unless younger than 4 months old) and distemper (dates of vaccination must appear on the health certificate).
3. The health certificate must be in duplicate and bear the name and address of the owner, a description of the animal (species, age, sex) and attest that the animal has been examined and found free of any contagious disease.
Commercial shipments of dogs and cats:
1. The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate (such as the APHIS form 7001 or old VS Form 18-1, or a State health certificate) issued by a USDA-accredited veterinarians and endorsed by a Veterinary Services veterinarian.
2. Certification Statements:
(i) The animals were inspected and found free of any evidence of infectious diseases and parasites.
(ii) The animals originate from kennels where no outbreaks of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis have occurred.
(iii) The animals were vaccinated against rabies, distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, and parvovirus. Show date of vaccination and product used -a vaccination certificate must accompany the animals.
September 1994
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF THE NETHERLAND'S FOR CATS AND DOGS FROM THE UNITED STATES
CONSULAAT - GENERAAL DER NEDERLANDEN Consulate - General of the Netherlands
1 Rockefeller Plaza, (11th floor) New York, N.Y. 10020 Tel: (212) 246-1429
Information regarding the importation of cats and dogs into the Netherlands.
I) Cats and dogs:
Importing a dog or cat into The Netherlands, or transiting through The Netherlands to a third country, will only be permitted if, upon arrival at the border, the following document is submitted.
A certificate of rabies vaccination, issued by a veterinary surgeon who has been officially recognized or admitted to practice in the United States. This certificate must meet the following requirements:
The certificate of rabies vaccination must contain a statement in the Dutch or English language, to the effect that the animal has been inoculated with a U.S. approved rabies vaccine, which has been officially inspected and approved in the United States.
Futhermore, it must show:
a) The date of vaccination, the type of vaccine used and its expiration date, the name of the manufacturer and the batch number;
b) A description of the animal, specifying sex, age, breed, color and type of hair.
c) The name of the owner of the animal.
The certificate must indicate that vaccination took place:
- If the dog or cat was vaccinated before reaching the age of 3 months: at least 30 days and not more than 3 months before the date on which the animal will pass the Netherlands border;
- If the dog or cat was vaccinated after reaching the age of 3 months: at least thirty days and not more than 1 year before the date on which the animal will pass the Netherlands border.
THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT HAVE TO BE LEGALIZED BY THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE.
The following additional advice may be of value to visitors of The Netherlands:
It has come to our attention that many U.S. carriers may request a certificate of good health, issued by a veterinary surgeon who has been officially recognized or admitted to practice in the United States of America. This certificate must confirm that the animal has been examined and found free of any disease; it should be dated not more than 10 days before the date of departure from the U.S. Although the Netherlands authorities do not require this certificate, it is nevertheless advisable to obtain such a document at the proper time before leaving the United States;
1.) Several municipalities in The Netherlands require that dogs be kept on a leash, in order to promote traffic security.
2.) Dutch police officers and other authorized officials may request you to show them the rabies certificate.
3.) If, upon arrival at the border, the animal is not accompanied by the required certificate, entry into The Netherlands will be refused and the animal returned to its country of origin.
DECEMBER 1993 "USE AS A GUIDE ONLY"
NOT VALID AS IMPORT PERMIT
Annex to Import Permit Form K 2
Sir/Madam
As you will understand from the main letter, the Norwegian Ministry of Agriculture has consented to the importation of your cat(s) into Norway.
For technical reasons, the import permit has to be held in the Norwegian language. In order to solve linguistic difficulties, the requirements of the import permit are stated below in English.
1. A Certificate of Health and Origin for exportation of cat(s) to Norway is enclosed with the import permit. The animal(s) will not be permitted to enter Norway if any of the information requested in the Certificate is lacking.
2. The importer must, well in advance, make a reservation for the cat(s) at the State Animal Quarantine Station: Statens karantenestasjon for dyr, Verkseier Furulundsvei 44, 0668 Oslo 6, tlf. 2 30 05 06.
3. The cat(s) shall be transported directly to Oslo without getting in contact with other animals.
4. The cat(s) shall on arrival be examined by the Veterinary Officer concerned (Statens karanteneveterinaer i Oslo). The importer must, well in advance, inform the Veterinary Officer of the time and place of arrival of the cat(s) (tlf. 2 30 05 06).
If any of the requirements stated above are not complied with, the cat(s) will be refused to enter the country.
5. The cat(s) has to be quarantined for 4 months at the State Animal Quarantine Station. If contagious disease is diagnosed or suspected in that animal, the Veterinary Authorities may take measures to combat the disease, which may include destruction of the animal without compensation to the owner.
6. For the first 2 - two - months after termination of the quarantine, the cat(s) shall not in any way be allowed contact with other animals. If it shows any signs of disease during this period, a veterinary surgeon must be called upon without delay. In addition, the cat(s) must not be allowed:
a. onto a road or into any public area without being kept on a leash,
b. to be sold or given away,
c. to be kept in kennels.
7. The cat(s) must be older than 6 months and not pregnant.
The importer shall defray all expenses connected with the importation.
The import permit is valid until the date stated in the permit, and may at any time be revoked if the Veterinary Authorities consider this necessary.
The import permit and the Certificate of Health and Origin shall be presented to the Customs Authorities on arrival in Norway.
2 ANNEX TO K2
CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN AND HEALTH FOR EXPORT OF CAT TO NORWAY
This certificate must be attached to import permit reg. no. issued by the Ministry of Agriculture, P.O. Box 8007, Dep., Oslo 1, Norway. The animal will not be permitted to enter Norway if any of the information requested in this certificate is lacking. Further requirements are stated in the import permit.
I. Origin of the Animal
a. Country of export: United States
b. Name and address of the exporter:
Present address:
II. Destination of the Animal
a. Name and address of the importer:
b. Means of transport:
c. Port of entry:
III. Identification of the Animal
Name: Sex:
Breed: Age:
Color: Coat:
Pedigree no.: Issued by:
Further description:
IV. Health Information
I, the undersigned veterinary surgeon, certify that the animal described above meets the following requirements:
1. On I examined the said animal and found no signs or symptoms of infectious or contagious disease.
2. a. During the last 6 months before export to Norway, but no later than 14 days before shipping, the cat was vaccinated against feline panleucopenia and feline rhinotracheitis, by basic immunization and booster vaccination, in accordance with recommendations from the vaccine producer.
b. As far as can be ascertained, the cat has not been vaccinated against rabies during the last 30 days.
3 All vaccination certificates must be attached.
Stamp Place Date Signature
This certificate is valid when issued no longer than 7 days prior to departure.
V. I, being a veterinary surgeon attached to government service, hereby certify that this certificate is signed by an authorized veterinary surgeon.
Stamp Place Date Signature
VI. I, being the exporter of the said animal, hereby certify that the animal has been domiciled in (country) during the last 6 months or since birth. The cat is more than 6 months and not pregnant.
Place Date Signature of the exporter
May 1996
IMPORT HEALTH STANDARD FOR THE IMPORTATION OF DOGS AND CATS INTO NEW ZEALAND FROM SPECIFIED COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES RECOGNIZED AS COUNTRIES OR TERRITORIES IN WHICH CANINE RABIES IS ABSENT OR WELL CONTROLLED**
** See section 7 ELIGIBILITY below for a full list of countries and territories to which this standard applies.
1. IMPORT HEALTH STANDARD
Pursuant to section 22 of the Biosecurity Act 1993, this is the import health standard for the importation of dogs and cats into New Zealand from specified countries and territories recognized as countries or territories in which canine rabies is absent or well-controlled.
2. IMPORT HEALTH PERMIT
2.1 An import health permit must be obtained before importation. Applications should be made to:
Chief Veterinary Office, Ministry of Agriculture PO Box 2526 Wellington.
2.2 The importer must supply the following information: 2.2.1 name and address of exporter; 2.2.2 breed, sex, age and microchip transponder/tattoo identification of the animal; 2.2.3 a laboratory result form, from a laboratory approved by the government veterinary authorities of the exporting country, which indicates that the animal to be imported was subjected to a neutralizing antibody titration test for rabies conducted at an official laboratory in accordance with one of the methods described in the OIE Manual of Standards for diagnostic tests and vaccines, and found to have at least 0.5 IU/ml or antibody in its serum. The laboratory result form must clearly identify the animal to be imported, using the microchip transponder/tattoo identification number of the animal; 2.2.4 a letter from the animal’s veterinarian stating the date blood was taken from the animal for the laboratory testing detailed in 2.2.3 above; 2.2.5 the name of the dog and cat quarantine facility in New Zealand, registered under MAFRA Standard 154.02.09 Dog and Cat Quarantine Facilities, where the animal will be quarantined; 2.2.6 a letter from the operator of the above facility confirming availability of space for the animal(s) at the time of importation, which shall be not less than six months after the date of the blood sampling noted in the veterinarians letter in 2.2.4 above.
2.3 Following receipt of the required information, a single entry import health permit shall be issued and will be valid for the one month period starting from the date of availability of quarantine noted by the registered quarantine operators, provided that this date is not less than 6 months after the date of the blood sampling noted in the veterinarians letter in 2.2.4 above. 3. REVIEW OF IMPORT HEALTH STANDARD
The import health standard may be reviewed and amended when there is a change in policy, or as directed by the Chief Veterinary Officer.
4. DOCUMENTATION
The import health permit and all the required documentation must accompany the animals to New Zealand. The required documentation is detailed below:
4.1 Zoo-Sanitary Certificate; 4.2 Veterinary Certificate A; 4.3 Veterinary Certificate B; **NOTE: These certificates are included in these requirements. NZ MAF may also have attached copies to the import permit issued to the client.
5. EQUIVALENCE
The import health standard has been agreed as being suitable for trade between the exporting and importing countries. It is expected that the animal/s will meet the conditions in every respect.
Occasionally it is found that, due to circumstances beyond the importer’s control, the animal/s or products do not comply completely with the requirements. In such cases an application for equivalence will be considered and issued at the discretion of the New Zealand Ministry of Agriculture, but only if the following information is forwarded by the certifying government’s veterinary authorities:
5.1 which clause/s of the import health standard cannot be met and how this has occurred;
5.2 the reason the animal/s are considered to be of an ?equivalent health status” and/or what proposal is made to return the animal/s to an equivalent health status as set-out in the health conditions;
5.3 the reasons why it is believed that this proposal should be acceptable to the New Zealand Ministry of Agriculture and the recommendation for its acceptance.
6. IMPORTER RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1 All costs of selection, testing, treatment, transport, quarantine servicing and veterinary supervision must be borne by the importer
or agent as appropriate.
6.2 The importer or agent must make all arrangements for transport and obtain necessary transit authorities from any third countries on the transport route.
7. ELIGIBILITY FOR IMPORTATION
7.1 The specified countries and territories recognized as countries or territories in which canine rabies is absent or well controlled and, as such, for which this import health standard is applicable are as follows:
Antigua and Barbuda, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bermuda, British VirginIslands, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Denmark, Falkland Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Greenland, Guam, Hong Kong, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Kuwait, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Macau, Malta, Peninsular Malaysia (excluding the designated rabies control area), Mauritius, The Netherlands, Netherland Antilles and Aruba, Portugal, Reunion, Sabah, Sarawak, Seychelles, Spain, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent Grenadine, Switzerland, Trinidad and Tobago, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uruguay, Wallis and Futuna.
7.2 The animals must have been resident in the exporting country for 6 months prior to export, and the animals must not have been resident in official quarantine premises in the 60 days immediately prior to export.
7.3 Animals must not be more than 42 days pregnant at the date of shipment.
7.4 Animals must be more than 9 months old at departure.
7.5 The animal will not become eligible for importation into New Zealand until at least 6 months after the date of blood sampling for laboratory testing for serum neutralizing antibodies to rabies which has demonstrated a titer of at least 0.5 IU/ml, as detailed in a letter from the animal’s veterinarian.
7.6 Animals imported directly from new Zealand into the country or territory of export may be re-exported to New Zealand with less than 6 months residency under the following additional conditions:
7.6.1 the animal has resided continuously in the country or territory of export since being imported directly from New Zealand. 7.6.2 the animal was vaccinated against rabies with an approved inactivated vaccine at least 1 month and not more than 6 months prior to leaving New Zealand when the dog was at least 3 months of age; 7.6.3 the animal was identified by microchip prior to, or at the time of, rabies vaccination in New Zealand; 7.6.4 the dog was subjected to a serum rabies neutralizing antibody titer test prior to leaving New Zealand, with satisfactory results (at least 0.5 IU/ml).
Import health permits issued under the above conditions will require proof to be provided that these requirements have been fulfilled. In this case a letter of equivalence may be issued exempting the animal from the requirements of Veterinary Certificate A sections 1, 4, 5, and 6 in the exporting country.
8. IDENTIFICATION
Each animal must be identified with a microchip or permanent tattoo and the identification details must be shown on the accompanying certification. It is recommended that microchip brands adopted by the International Standards Organization (ISO) are used. The importer shall ensure that a reader is made available to identify animals arriving in New Zealand quarantine.
9. HEALTH CERTIFICATION
9.1 The required health tests and treatments are stated in VeterinaryCertificate A.
9.2 All serological tests must be conducted at a Government, or Government approved laboratory.
9.3 If the Veterinary Authority in the country of origin can show to the satisfaction of the New Zealand Chief Veterinary Officer that a disease which has a testing requirements (e.g. canine heartworm) does not occur in that country, then the Chief Veterinary Officer, NZ MAF, may consider the negotiation of an individual country import health standard taking into account the country specific health factors in the exporting country.
9.4 Recommendations for New Zealand dog owners importing a dog from countries where canine heartworm is endemic:
9.4.1 the dog should be tested by a veterinarian for heartworm 7 months after importation using the microfilariae concentration test, and an antigen test.
9.4.2 New Zealanders who take their dogs to countries where canine heartworm is endemic should ensure that the dogs are given monthly prophylactic treatment with avermectin drugs effective against the fourth stage larvae of Dirofilaria immitis which causes canine heartworm.
10. TRANSPORT TO NEW ZEALAND
10.1 If transported by air, the animal must be carried in an approved container which meets the IATA standards i.e. it is so constructed so that:
- it is strong enough to prevent the animal escaping,
- the whole of one end open and covered with bars, weld mesh, or smooth expanded metal securely attached, to provide the main ventilation opening,
- have ventilation openings on all sides totalling a minimum of 16% of the surface area of the four sides,
- be nose and paw proof, i.e. only have ventilation openings of such size that it is impossible for the animal to protrude its nose or paws outside the container,
- be large enough to permit the animal to stand in a natural position, turn around and lie down,
- contain a fixed drinking bowl to which water can be provided without opening the container.
10.2 If consigned by sea (N.B. does not include transport on private yachts), the Master of the vessel must certify that the imported animal was confined on board and has had no contact with animals not of a tested equivalent health status at each port of call. Consignment by sea requires prior approval of the transport method and route by the Chief Veterinary Officer, NZ MAF.
10.3 No animals other than those qualified for entry into Australia or New Zealand are permitted to be carried on the aircraft or vessel. 10.4 The use of straw or hay as bedding is not permitted. Only sterilized peat, soft board or other inert approved product may be used.
10.5 The door of the transport container must be sealed with a government approved seal before the container is loaded into the aircraft or vessel in the country of origin. The number or mark on the seal is to be recorded in Veterinary Certificate B. The construction of the container and the placement of the seal must be such that the container cannot be readily opened without breaking the seal. If the container is opened during shipment it shall be re-sealed and a certificate detailing the circumstances provided by an Official Veterinarian, Port Authority or Captain of the aircraft. Instructions to this effect should be attached to the outside of the transport container.
10.6 The container must not be transhipped (change of aircraft or vessel) other than in a rabies free country or territory or in a country or territory listed in 7.1 above. Trans-shipment will require the specific authorization of the government veterinary authority of the country in which transhipment occurs.
10.7 The New Zealand Quarantine Service of the region in which the port of arrival is situated must be notified at least 72 hours before the expected time of arrival of any animal, giving the flight number/ship number and arrival time.
11. BIOSECURITY DIRECTION
11.1 On arrival in New Zealand a Quarantine Service Inspector shall, having verified that all the required documentation is present and completed correctly, issue a biosecurity direction which authorizes the movement of the imported dog or cat to the registered dog and cat quarantine facility named on the import health permit.
11.2 The veterinarian supervising the quarantine facility shall be notified by the Quarantine Service when the animal arrives in New Zealand.
11.3 The animal will be transported directly, by the quarantine operator or agent, using a transport method approved by the supervising veterinary officer of the quarantine facility, to the registered dog and cat quarantine facility named on the permit.
12. QUARANTINE IN NEW ZEALAND
12.1 Animals shall be held for a minimum period of 30 days in a quarantine facility registered to MAFRA Standard 154.02.09 Dog and Cat Quarantine Facilities and supervised according to MAFRA 154.02.09.01 Supervision of Dog and Cat Quarantine Facilities.
12.2 If the container is unsealed, the seal is broken, or if the accompanying documentation is unsatisfactory, the animal may, at the discretion of the Chief Veterinary Officer and at the expense of the importer, be exported, destroyed, or required to remain in quarantine for up to 180 days.
12.3 During quarantine the animal may be retested by a neutralizing antibody titration test for rabies antibody. If there is insufficient rabies antibody in the animal’s serum (the WHOrecommended level of 0.5 IU shall apply as a guideline), the animal may be re-vaccinated and/or re-tested, exported, destroyed or required to remain in quarantine for 180 days.
12.4 During quarantine, each imported dog may be tested for heartworm due to Dirofilaria immitis, leptospirosis due to Leptospira interrogans var canicola, canine brucellosis (Brucella canis) and canine tropical pancytopenia (Ehrlichia canis). If the animal is positive to any of these tests it may be treated and re-tested. If the dog is subsequently considered to be infected it may be further treated, or exported, destroyed or detained in quarantine.
12.5 Within the first days of entering quarantine, each imported dog and cat must be efficaciously treated for ecto and endoparasites, including tapeworm using praziquantel.
12.6 The Chief Veterinary Officer, NZ MAF, reserves the right to review the quarantine period or conditions to be completed by any animal.
13. QUARANTINE CLEARANCE
The animal will be eligible for quarantine clearance after 30 days. The quarantine clearance will be given on the recommendation of the veterinary officer supervising the quarantine facility by the Chief Veterinary Officer, NZ MAF, when all conditions as specified in the MAFRA Standard 154.02.09: Standard for Dog and Cat Quarantine Facilities, have been met. Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
ZOO-SANITARY CERTIFICATE
Species: DOGS AND CATS
To: NEW ZEALAND
Import Health Permit No:......................
Exporting Country: United States of America Ministry/Department: United States Department of Agriculture Service: APHIS/Veterinary Services Region:
I. IDENTIFICATION OF ANIMALS
1. Microchip/Tattoo (delete one) identification number:
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2. Anatomical site of microchip/tattoo (delete one)
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3. Name:
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4. Breed: .............................................
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5. Sex: ...............................................
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6. Date of Birth: ......................................
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7. Total number of animals:
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II. ORIGIN OF THE ANIMALS
1. Name(s) and address(es) of exporter(s):
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....................................................................... Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
2. Place(s) of origin of animals:
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3. Port of embarkation:
........................................................................ III. DESTINATION OF ANIMALS
1. Name and address of consignee:
........................................................................
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2. Means of transport:
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3. Port of arrival:
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........................................................................ Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
IV. SANITARY INFORMATION
VETERINARY CERTIFICATE A
I, a Government Veterinary Officer, or a veterinarian accredited to provide export certification on behalf of the Government Veterinary Service (here-after called the Accredited Veterinarian), certify with respect to the animal/s identified in the attached Zoo-Sanitary Certificate:
1. After due enquiry, I am satisfied that the animal has been continuously resident in the country or territory of origin for the past 6 months prior to export and has not been in quarantine or under quarantine restrictions during the preceding 60 days.
2. After due enquiry and physical examination, I am satisfied that the animal will not be more than 42 days pregnant at the scheduled time of shipment.
3. After due enquiry and physical examination, I am satisfied that the animal will be more than 9 months old at the scheduled time of shipment.
4. The animal was vaccinated against rabies with an approved inactivated virus vaccine:
EITHER: 4.1 in the case of a primary vaccination, not less than 6 months and not more than one year prior to the scheduled date of shipment, when the animal was at least 3 months old:
Date of vaccination:................................................
OR: 4.2 in the case of a booster vaccination, not more than one year prior to the scheduled date of shipment;
Date of vaccination:................................................
(Delete either 4.1 or 4.2 above whichever is not applicable)
4.3 A copy of the rabies vaccination certificate for the most recent vaccination, and, in the case where the most recent vaccination was a booster, a copy of the rabies vaccination certificate for the previous vaccination, is attached.
5. The animal was identified with an implanted transponder/microchip or permanent tattoo, at least six months prior to shipment and before the most recent rabies vaccination. Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
EITHER: 5.1 Microchip number: ...................................................... Anatomical site implanted: ......................................................
OR: 5.2 Tattoo: .............................................. Anatomical site: ......................................................
(Delete whichever of 5.1 or 5.2 is not applicable)
6. Within 30 days of the scheduled date of shipment the animal was subjected to a neutralizing antibody titration test for rabies conducted at an official laboratory in accordance with one of the methods described in the OIE Manual of Standards for diagnostic tests and vaccines, and found to have at least 0.5 IU/ml of antibody in its serum; a copy of the laboratory reports are attached.
Date of test: ........................................................................
(N.B. This test within 30 days of export is additional to the requirement of the test performed prior to import health permit application)
7. In the case of a dog, it has been tested and treated for canine heartworm (Dirofilaria immitis ) according to the following schedule:
7.1 within 30 days of departure one to two mls of blood were collected from the dog and tested negative to the following tests:
7.1.1 a microfilaria concentration test; Date of test:.............................................................
7.1.2and an antigen test (Diromail, Agen; Dirocheck, CSL; or VetRed, Agen) Date of test:.............................................................
7.2 within 24 hours of export to New Zealand the dog was treated orally with one dose of ivermectin at 50 mcg/kg by the certifying veterinarian. Date of treatment:........................................................
8. In the case of a dog, within 30 days prior to the scheduled date of shipment, the dog has been tested for the following diseases: Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
8.1 Brucella canis
EITHER 8.1.1 using the slide agglutination test (microscopic agglutination test), with a negative result in each case; Date of test:...........................................
(Note: a rapid slide agglutination test using 2- mercaptoethanol and a less mucoid (M-) variant of Brucella canis as antigen (as described by Carmichael and Joubert, Cornell Vet. 1987, 77: 3-12) is recommended to reduce the incidence of false positive reactions.)
OR 8.1.2 using the AGID I (cell wall antigen) test. If this test result is positive, then the dog has been tested with negative results using the AGID II (cytoplasmic antigen) test, for Brucella canis. Date of AGID I test:............................................. Date of AGID II test (if applicable):......................................
(Delete whichever of 8.1.1 or 8.1.2 is not applicable)
8.2 Leptospirosis using the agglutination-lysis test for leptospirosis serotype Leptospira canicola with:
EITHER 8.2.1 negative results (negative is less than 50% agglutination at 1:100); Date of test:...........................................
OR 8.2.2 where the first sample shows a positive titer of not more than 1:400, a second sample collected at an interval of not less than 14 days must show no increase in the titer above that of the first test; Date of test 1:.......................................... Date of test 2:..........................................
OR 8.2.3 the dog has been treated with doxycycline at a therapeutic dose rate for 14 consecutive days, or dihydrostreptomycin at a therapeutic dose rate for 5 days, during the 30 days prior to the scheduled shipment.
Medication and dose rate:........................................... Dates of treatment:...................................... Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
(Delete whichever of 8.2.1, 8.2.2 or 8.2.3 is not applicable)
8.3 Canine ehrlichiosis using the indirect fluorescent antibody test for Ehrlichia canis with;
EITHER 8.3.1 negative results: Date of test:............................................
OR 8.3.2 positive results and the dog has been treated with doxycycline at a dose rate of 10 mg/kg body weight on 14 consecutive days during the 30 days prior to the scheduled shipment. Date of test:............................................. Dates of treatment:........................................
(Delete whichever of 8.3.1 or 8.3.2 is not applicable)
9. In the case of a dog and/or cat:
9.1 Within 30 days of the scheduled date of shipment, the animal was subject to two fecal examinations, at least 14 days apart, using a sensitive flotation procedure (able to detect 50 eggs per gram) which was negative for hookworm eggs; Date of first test: .......................................................... Date of second test: ..........................................................
9.2 Within 21 days of the scheduled date of shipment the animal was treated with praziquantel at a dose rate of 5 mg/kg body weight, (or in the case of a heavy dog, at a rate not exceeding the manufacturer’s recommendations); (Note: if praziquantel is not available bunamidine hydrochloride at a dose rate of 50 mg/kg body weight may be substituted) Date of treatment: ........................................................... Active ingredient and dosage used: ...........................................................
9.3 Within 4 days of the scheduled date of shipment, the animal was treated with an anthelmintic for intestinal parasites using pyrantel pomoate, dichlorvos, or fenbendazole at recommended dose rates: Date of treatment: ........................................................... Active ingredient and dosage used: ...........................................................
9.4 Within 4 days of the scheduled date of shipment, the animal was treated with an insecticide dip or spray capable of killing ticks, lice and fleas; Date of treatment: ........................................................... Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
Active ingredient: ...........................................................
10. Within four days of the scheduled date of shipment, I examined the animal/s for export to New Zealand and found it/them to be free from clinical signs of infectious or contagious diseases and free from external parasites.
11. All serological tests were conducted at a Government laboratory or a laboratory approved by the Government Veterinary Service of this country. Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
................................................. .................. i) Accredited Veterinarian or Date of signature ii) Government Veterinary Officer (Delete whichever of i) or ii) is not applicable*)
Name and address of office:.......................................................................
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*In the case of i) being applicable: I, .............................................................................. ., a Government Veterinary Officer certify that .......................................................................... is accredited for the purpose of providing veterinary export certification for dogs and cats.
................................... ........................ Government Veterinary Officer Official stamp and date
Name and address of office:.......................................................................
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.............................................................................. Health Certificate No. (valid only if the USDA seal appears over the certificate no.)
VETERINARY CERTIFICATE B
I, the Government approved Veterinary Officer at the port of export of the animal for export to New Zealand identified in the attached Zoo-Sanitary Certificate, certify that:
1. The animal was inspected and found to be healthy and fit to travel, and free from the clinical signs of infectious or contagious disease.
2. All the required documents were examined and found to be correctly completed in accordance with New Zealand import health standard requirements.
3. The animal was placed in a container that meets IATA standards, detailed in section 10.1 of the import health standard. The container was fastened with an official seal bearing the number or mark: .........................................................
.............................. .......................... Government Veterinary Officer Official stamp and date
Name and address of office:....................................................................... .............................................................................. ..............................................................................
November 1997
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF PERU FOR DOGS AND CATS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
The animals must be accompanied by a health certificate issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The certificate shall contain the name and address of the owner, and complete identification of the animal (name, breed, sex and age). In addition the certificate shall show that:
1. The animal(s) were examined within 30 days prior to departure and found to be free of any infectious diseases.
2. The animal(s) were vaccinated against rabies. The vaccine must be given no greater than 12 months and no sooner than 14 days prior to departure. (The rabies vaccination certificate, which should include date of vaccination, product name and serial number, must accompany the health certificate).
3. In the case of dogs, that they were vaccinated against distemper, leptospirosis, hepatitis, parvovirus, and parainfluenza (DHLPP) within the past 12 months prior to embarkation.
Other information:
1. The health certificate must be dated and signed by a licensed veterinarian. The veterinarian's license number must appear on the health certificate.
2. NOTE: Neither Federal endorsement nor Consulate endorsement is required for personal dogs or cats.
January 1990
IMPORT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS OF PORTUGAL FOR PETS EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES
Animals subject to rabies infection must have a rabies vaccination certificate issued by a veterinarian within 12 months prior to entry into Portuguese territory.
The original of this certificate, with the signature of the veterinarian duly notarized, should be forwarded to the Portuguese consulate with jurisdiction over the state where the certificate was issued.
All other animals must have a health certificate, issued by a veterinarian, stating that they are free of contagious diseases. The original of this certificate, with the signature of the veterinarian duly notarized, should be forwarded to the Portuguese consulate with jurisdiction over the state where the certificate was issued.
OTHER INFORMATION
In case of certificate issued by county or state authorities, no notarization is needed provided the document has the raised seal of the issuing authority.
MARCH 1998
VETERINARY HEALTH CERTIFICATE IN RESPECT OF DOGS OR CATS FOR EXPORT TO REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA
ISSUING AUTHORITY
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
A. DESCRIPTION
1. Number and Identification of animals:
Amount Species Breed Sex Age Color Name/ ID no.
2. Directorate of Animal Health, R.S.A. import license no:
3. Origin of animals
3.1 Name and address of consignor:
3.2 Address of premises or origin of animal:
4. Destination of animals
4.1 Name and address of consignee:
4.2 Means of transport (flight no./vessel name):
4.3 Address of premises at final destination:
B. HEALTH ATTESTATION
I, the undersigned veterinarian authorized by the Veterinary Administration of the exporting country, certify that the animals described in Section A:
1. After due inquiry I am of the opinion that the animals have either been continuously resident in the exporting country since birth, or have been continuously resident in the exporting country for the last 6 months.
2. Originate from an area which is not under veterinary restriction for any disease to which carnivores are susceptible.
3. Originate from a premises where there have been no cases of rabies within a 25km radius during the preceding 6 months. (in domestic population only)
4. Were examined clinically by an official within 10 days of export and were found to be free of internal and external parasites, contagious and infectious diseases to which the species is susceptible and fit to travel.
5. Did not, as far is possible to determine, come into contact with animals infected or suspected of being infected with rabies.
6. Have a valid (see Note 1) rabies vaccination.
7. Have been tested for the following conditions (unless the country of origin can be certified free from the disease under Section C) at an officially approved laboratory, using testing procedures described by the O.I.E. reference laboratories, with negative results, within 60 days of export:
* 7.1 Brucella canis - test date: 7.2 Leishmania donovani and L. chagasi - test date: * 7.3 Babesia gibsoni - test date: * 7.4 Dirofilaria immitis - test date: 8. Have been treated for the following conditions (unless the country of origin can be certified free of the disease under Section C) as prescribed below:
* 8.1 Dirofilaria immitis:
from 3 months prior to export at the required intervals until 3 months post arrival in the Republic of South Africa (see note 2) with:
< < Diethylcarbamazine (6,6 mg/kg per os daily)
OR
< < Ivermectin (3-6 micrograms/kg per os monthly)
OR
< < Milbemycin oxime (0,5 mg/kg per os monthly)
Date: Product: Dosage:
Date: Product: Dosage:
Date: Product: Dosage:
Date: Product: Dosage:
* (NOT REQUIRED FOR CATS)
9. Were shipped in containers which conform to IATA regulations, which were either new or suitably disinfected and fumigated before loading and were of such a nature that contact with other animals of a lesser health status, en route, is prevented.
Signed at on date
Endorsing Federal Veterinarian USDA Accredited Veterinarian
Name
Address
Official stamp
NOTES FOR IMP. DOG/CAT GEN 2/96
Note 1: The vaccine used must be a strain of anti-rabies conforming to a potency standard recognized by the World Health Organization.
The animal must have been vaccinated at least 30 days, but not longer than 12 months prior to export.
Animals under 3 months of age may not be vaccinated and are considered to have a valid vaccination provided the dam of the animal concerned was vaccinated at least 30 days, but not more than 12 months prior to giving birth. NB Such animals must be vaccinated at 3 months of age against rabies, in the Republic of South Africa and the owners must inform the South African Veterinary authorities.
Note 2: Heartworm drugs are not available in the Republic of South Africa and must be imported by the importer of the dog at the time of the importation of the dog.
Explanatory Notes
1. The United States can make the disease freedom claim for Trypanosoma evansi.
2. Leishmania donovani, and L. chagasi, occur sporadically in the United States. Therefore, to comply with South African requirements, dogs should be tested. The Centers for Disease Control conducts an IFA test for Leishmania spp. The test covers both Leishmania spp. The lab needs whole blood for a smear (purple top) and serum. Samples should be sent overnight on ice to:
Dr. Frank Steurer or Dr. Sue McConnell CDC Parasitology Section Building 8, Room 30 4770 Buford Highway Chamblee, GA 30341 (770) 488-4474
March 1990
IMPORTATION OF CATS AND DOGS INTO SINGAPORE FROM THE UNITED STATES
NOTES TO APPLICANTS
The following is a summary of the veterinary conditions and procedures for the importation of dogs/cats into Singapore:
1. Import License. An import license issued by the Primary Production Department, Singapore is required for each dog or cat. This license may be obtained by submitting the completed application form (Form AHS/39) to the City Veterinary Centre (CVC) at least two (2) weeks prior to importation. Issuance of a license is subject to availability of quarantine space for dogs/cats from countries other than UK, Ireland, Australia or New Zealand.
2. Veterinary Health Certificate. Every dog or cat imported into Singapore must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate issued by a registered veterinarian of the country of export certifying that the "the animal was examined within the week of export and found healthy and free from any signs of infectious or contagious disease."
3. Import Procedure. The owner or his agent must notify the Changi Animal & Plant Quarantine Unit (CAPQ) of the confirmed date and time of arrival of the animal at least one (1) working day before arrival. After completion of the documentary formalities with the airline's agent, the dog/cat shall be examined and released, or quarantined.
4. Dog/cat from other countries. On arrival the dog or cat shall be examined and taken to the Jurong Animal Quarantine Station (JAQS) where it shall be vaccinated against rabies by the quarantine officer and thereafter quarantined for not less than thirty (30) days. The quarantine period will be longer for puppies and kittens under 4 months of age. Fee for rabies vaccination is $11.00 per animal, transport charge is $45.00 per cat, $60.00 per dog, and quarantine is $6.00 per cat/day and $7.00 per dog/day including feed.
5. Visit During Quarantine. The JAQS is about 50 km from the Changi Airport and 30 km from the city. Owners with prior approval from the Officer-in Charge may visit their pets between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Mondays to Fridays and between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Saturdays, except public holidays.
6. Shipping Procedure. When preparing animals for shipment, care should be taken to ensure that the animals are held comfortably in the suitable escape-proof containers or cages. Specifications of the containers should at least conform to IATA standard or of similar acceptable standard which will not cause any injury or unnecessary suffering to the animals during transportation. The animals should be shipped as manifest cargo.
7. Dog License. All dogs above 3 months of age in Singapore must be licensed. The license fee is $10.00 for a male dog or sterilized female dog and $50.00 for a female dog. If your female dog has been sterilized you must produce a sterilization certificate issued by your veterinarian with full description of the dog otherwise the higher fee will be applied. Only one approved breed dog is allowed in HDB dwelling units, no dogs allowed in other HDB premises and not more than 3 dogs in other premises.
8. All fees (and regulations) are subject to change. The number at the top right hand corner of this page gives the month and year of issue of this form.
9. Enquiries may be made at the following addresses:
9.1 City Veterinary Centre (CVC), 40 Kampong Java Road, Singapore 0922, Tel: 2511203, Fax: 2549853, Telex: RS 28851 PPD.
9.2 Changi Animal and Plant Quarantine (CAPQ), Changi Airport Cargo Complex, Singapore 1781, Tel: 5457522/3, Fax: 5453023.
9.3 Jurong Animal Quarantine Station (JAQS), 53 Jalan Buroh, Jurong Town, Singapore 2261, Tel: 2650622, Fax: 2650784
Sample - not to be used
APPLICATION FOR LICENSE TO IMPORT DOG/CAT _______________________ | For Office Use Only | | | | | |Lic No. _______________| |_______________________|
The completed form may be submitted personally or by post to the Director of Primary Production, City Veterinary Centre, 40 Kampong Java Road, Singapore 0922.
Name and Address of Owner/Importer (BLOCK LETTERS) ________________________ ________________________ ________________________
Country of Export ______________ Mode of Transport ___________
Flight No./Vessel Name _____________________________ Date/Time of Arrival _______________________________
Description of dog/cat
_________________________________________________________________ Species | Dog/cat* | Dog/cat* | Dog/cat* _______________|______________|______________|___________________ Breed | | | _______________|______________|______________|___________________ Sex | | | _______________|______________|______________|___________________ Age | | | _______________|______________|______________|___________________ Colour | | | _______________|______________|______________|___________________ Name (if any) | | | _______________|______________|______________|___________________ * Delete where not applicable.
________________________________ Signature of applicant
Name, Address, and Tel No. of local contact/agent if different from above (if any)
________________________________________________________________________
NB. The fee is $35/-per dog or cat. Cheque/Draft to be made payable to Director of Primary Production. Overseas applications should be accompanied by bank draft payable to a local bank in Singapore dollars.
For Office Use Only:
Cheque No. __________________ Approved/Not Approved ________
Amount __________ Issued _____________________
Received by ______________________ Recorded _______________
AUGUST 1991
IMPORTATION OF PETS TO TAIWAN FROM THE UNITED STATES
1. Name and Address of the owner of the pet.
2. Six (6) color photographs (4"X4") of the pet.
3. Species of pet.
4. Breed, sex, and color.
5. Age.
6. Place of birth and present location of pet.
7. Estimated arrival time of pet.
8. Mode of transportation.
9. A valid certificate of vaccination against rabies dated not less than 30 days prior to shipping.
10. A government certificate from the Department of Agriculture in order to obtain an import permit.
Please be advised that MANS shipping section requires a minimum of two weeks to clear the animal into country. A customs broker will, at the owner's expense, assist ensuring animal is cleared and put into quarantine (63 days).
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