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norah Lee
#1
If I need to return to the USA how do I ensure my dog is cleared for travel and reentry to the US?
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Bob K
#2
Rules vary.  Where are you traveling from ?

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norah Lee
#3
Hi I am in Heredia
G
#4
You might start reading here if you haven't already

https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringin … /dogs.html

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https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-tr … gs-into-us

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norah Lee
#5
Thanks for your kind help. will read
Norah Lee
T
#6
Check with your airline. Not every flight accommodates pets. They will also give you their requirements as far as cage/box/vaccination... Is concerned.
norah Lee
#7
OK thank you. I came down on Delta and it was a rabies vaccination 2 weeks before the flight. I wondered if Costa Rica Had any rules.
jonas12
#8
Is it safe for pets to travel? Do they have to be in quarantine?

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