Planning to travel with your dog or cat? Sleepy Hollow Animal Hospital provides official Health Certificates (Certificates of Veterinary Inspection) to ensure your pet is healthy, compliant, and ready for safe travel. Whether you’re crossing state lines or flying overseas, our team helps you navigate the requirements with clarity and confidence.
Many states and countries require verified proof that pets are healthy and free from contagious diseases before entering. Because regulations vary widely — and some international approvals take months — we strongly recommend starting the process early.
Examined by a licensed veterinarian
Up-to-date on travel-required vaccinations
Free of parasites
Fit for travel based on destination and airline regulations
Many U.S. states require a current Certificate of Veterinary Inspection to allow pets to travel or relocate. Although requirements differ by state, most certificates include:
A full physical exam to screen for illness
Verification of current Rabies vaccination
Review of any state-specific documentation
Our team will help ensure your pet meets all necessary guidelines before departure.
International pet travel is more involved and often requires months of preparation. These certificates must be completed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian and cannot be issued more than 21 days prior to travel.
Country of origin and destination
Travel method (cargo, cabin, accompanied, or unaccompanied)
Confirmation of overall good health
Parasite control documentation
Complete vaccination history (type, manufacturer, batch/lot number)
We guide you through each step so you can travel worry-free.
Domestic Travel: Any licensed veterinarian may issue the certificate (excludes Hawaii).
International Travel: Certificates must be completed and signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian.
Sleepy Hollow Animal Hospital is proud to have Dr. Romano, a fully USDA-accredited veterinarian, available to prepare official international travel documentation.
It is ultimately the owner’s responsibility to confirm all requirements for the destination country/state and the airline being used. Before your appointment, please gather:
List of all destinations (states or countries)
Airline travel policies for pets
Any required forms or timelines
Your pet’s vaccination and medical history
Helpful resources, including state and country-specific rules, can be found on the USDA pet travel website.
If you plan to travel internationally or domestically with your pet, our team is here to help. Contact us with your travel details, gather the required documentation, and schedule an appointment with Dr. Romano.
Sleepy Hollow Animal Hospital is committed to ensuring your pet’s travel is smooth, safe, and fully compliant with all regulations.
We’re here to answer your questions and care for your pets. Contact Sleepy Hollow Animal Hospital in Sleepy Hollow, NY today to schedule an appointment or learn more about our veterinary services.
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