TRAVEL CHECKLIST

Our veterinary team wants you and your pet to have a safe and happy trip, but there is a lot to remember when traveling with your pet. Use this checklist to help you remember what you need to do and what you should be bringing with you. And remember – we’re here to help if you have any questions or concerns!

To Do:

Check with vet:

•  Are vaccines up-to-date? Any additional vaccinations needed?

• Health certificate (need within 10 days of travel)?

• Heartworm/flea prevention?

• Any other medications needed/prescriptions to refill (eg, for prevention of motion sickness) or take along?

• Identification (microchip, tattoo, other)?

•  Address any other concerns (eg, motion sickness or what to do if pet becomes ill)

• Plan extra time/stops for exercise and potty breaks.

• Check with airline for specific regulations/requirements.

• Check with airports for information about pet exercise/rest areas.

• Check the U.S. State and Territory Animal Import Regulations Web site (car travel) for any relevant requirements.

• List places to stay overnight that will accept pets and/or list boarding facilities.

• Get contact information for local veterinarian at place of destination.

• Make sure there is somewhere for pet to stay or someone to take care of pet at place of destination for times you will be out without your pet.

• If staying at someone’s house, check if there will be any potential problems with the pet staying (eg, allergic children or aggressive animals). 

TO BRING:

❏Health history form (including your vet’s contact information)

❏Proof of rabies vaccination

❏Health certificate

❏Pet’s regular food, jug of water (for car trip), and bowls

❏Pet first-aid kit

❏Extra leashes, pet seat belt, and/or carrier/crate for confinement in car and at destination

❏Necessary medications, heartworm/flea preventative, and/or written prescriptions

❏Recent photograph of pet

❏Collar with tags