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In this document are the import requirements to go from the Netherlands to another country.
For the countries in red there is no information known on importing dogs.
You can see the rules for import by clicking on the country.

Argentina Italy
Austria Japan
Belgium Netherlands
Brazil New Zealand Not coming
Canada Norway
Chile Poland
Czech Republic Portugal
Denmark Scotland
England South Africa
Faroes Spain
Finland Sweden
France Switzerland
Germany Uruguay
Iceland Usa
Ireland Wales
Israel

Although the greatest possible care had been exercised to ensure the correctness and completeness
of the information provided in this document, Dierenkliniek Spanbroek, does not accept any liability for it.
ompleteness
any liability for it.
Argentina

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination no more than 12 months prior to arrival.
* The dog must have a health certificate
* The papers of the animal must be legalised by the department COA of NVWA
* The arrival of the dog must be announced 24 hours before arrival

Please also check:

http://www.senasa.gob.ar/contenido.php?to=n&in=739&io=5187

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Austria

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

https://www.bmgf.gv.at/home/Schwerpunkte/Reiseinformationen/Reisen_nach_Oesterreich/

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Belgium

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* No more than 5 animals

Please also check:

https://www.health.belgium.be/nl/dieren-en-planten/dieren/houden-en-verkeer-van-dieren/reizen-met-gezelschapsdieren

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Brazil

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination at least 30 days prior to arrival
* The dog must have a health certificate which is no older then 10 days and wich is given and performed by the NVWA
* The dog must be treated against internal and external parasites within 15 days before departure

Please also check:

http://www.agricultura.gov.br/assuntos/vigilancia-agropecuaria/animais-estimacao

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Canada

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination.
* The dog needs to have a rabies vaccination certificate or a EU pet passport
* The dog will have a documentary inspection by Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
* Sometimes the dog requires a inspection at the first point of arrival completed by a CFIA veterinarian
Check at: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/plants/imports/airs/eng/1300127512994/1300127627409
It is the importers responsibility to arrange an appointment at least 24 hours prior to the expected arrival of the dog.
These inspection applys a fee that must be paid at the time of the inspection

Please also check:

http://www.inspection.gc.ca/animals/terrestrial-animals/imports/policies/live-animals/pets/dogs/eng/1331876172009/13

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Additional information:
These requirements apply to:
animals entering Canada permanently
animals in transit through Canada on their way to a final destination
animals entering Canada for a temporary visit

Domestic (pet) dogs entering Canada do not have to be quarantined.

Canada does not require a microchip or tattoo identification for dogs imported as
personal pets. However, dogs under 8 months of age imported under the commercial
category (dogs for retail sale, breeding purposes, show or exhibition, scientific research,
dogs in 'special training status', and dogs destined for adoption and/or animal welfare
organization) must be identified by an electronic microchip.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) may refer any animal presented at
the border for secondary inspection by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA).
Expect delays.

Advance notice of arrival may be required

Some animals may require inspection by the CFIA at ports of entry into Canada.
A CFIA inspector is not on duty at all times at ports of entry and may be called when required.
Importers should use the Automated Import Reference System tool to dermine if a
CFIA inspection is required. If a CFIA inspection is required, importers should make these
arrangements in advance of their arrival by contacting the CFIA District Office closest to their
first point of entry into Canada to schedule the inspection. It is the responsibility of the importer
to contact the CFIA in advance of travel to ensure that the inspection can be carried out without
delays.

Air Transport
Dogs may require additional documentation when flying. Please check with your airline to
determine whether you meet its requirements.

Necessary Vaccines
Dogs imported into Canada must have all necessary vaccines depending on the age of dog.
A dog that is less than 3 months of age at the time of import does not require rabies vaccination.
However, proof of a dog's age must be provided on request.

Inspection fees, taxes and duties

Dogs imported into Canada will have a documentary inspection by the Canada Border Service
Agency (CBSA) to ensure the animal's rabies vaccination is current and the animal description
matches. The CBSA will also visually inspect the animal to ensure that there are no visible signs
of illness. The CBSA may contact the CFIA when veterinary guidance or expertise is needed.
The current fees for this inspection are:
$30.00 + tax for the first animal in the shipment; and
$5.00 + tax for each additional animal in the shipment.
If the shipment does not meet Canada's import requirement for rabies certification
(even if the animal is being imported from the United States), the animal will be ordered to
undergo vaccination against rabies at the owner's expense within two weeks of its arrival,
and the following fees apply:
$55.00 + tax for the first animal in the shipment; and
$30.00 + tax for each additional animal.
Any applicable taxes or duties are calculated by the CBSA.
As indicated above, in certain cases, a shipment will need to be inspected by the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). Additional fees for the cost of the CFIA inspection
will apply.
All fees must be paid at the time of inspection. Please note that domestic dogs originating from
the United States are subject to an import inspection but are exempt from inspection fees.

Pet Food
Personal imports of pet food from other countries are prohibited.

Rabies Vaccination Certificate

Dogs may enter Canada if they are accompanied by a rabies vaccination certificate.

The European Union pet passport is an acceptable alternative to the rabies vaccination
certificate as long as all the required elements outlined below are included.
The rabies vaccination certificate must:
be written in English or French;
be issued and signed by a licensed veterinarian;
identify the animal (breed, sex, colour, and weight);
state that the animal is vaccinated against rabies;
indicate the date of vaccination;
indicate the trade name and the serial number of the licensed vaccine; and
specify the duration of immunity (otherwise, it will be considered valid for one year from
the date of vaccination).

Animals That Do Not Meet Canadian Rabies Import

Requirements
If a dog does not meet the Canadian rabies import requirements, owners will be required,
at their own expense, to:
have the animal vaccinated against rabies within a specified period of time; and
provide the vaccination record to a Canadian Food Inspection Agency office.
Please note that the option of rabies vaccination upon arrival is not available for dogs less than
8 months of age imported under the commercial category.

Microchip or tattoo may be required

Canada does not require a microchip or tattoo identification for dogs imported as personal pets,
however, dogs under 8 months of age imported under the commercial category must be
identified by an electronic microchip.
Chile

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination not less than 30 days and no more than 18 months prior to arrival.
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The papers of the animal must be legalised by the department COA of NVWA
* The dog must be treated against internal and external parasites and clinically tested

Please inform carefully with the authorities In Chile before leaving on how to return to Chile

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Czech Republic

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

https://www.svscr.cz/

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Denmark

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

https://www.foedevarestyrelsen.dk/english/ImportExport/Travelling_with_pet_animals/Pages/default.aspx

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accination schedule)
England

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination sched
* The dog must usually be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival
* The owner must fill in a declaration that he/she aren't going to sell or transfer the ownership of the dog

Please also check:

https://www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad

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Additional information:
1. Overview
You can enter or return to the UK with your pet cat, dog or ferret if it:
has been microchipped
has a pet passport or third-country official veterinary certificate
has been vaccinated against rabies - it will also need a blood test if youre travelling from an unlisted country
Dogs must also usually have a tapeworm treatment.

You need to fill in a declaration confirming that you arent going to sell or transfer the ownership of your pet.
You dont need to get a new style passport (issued from 29 December 2014) until all the treatment spaces are full.
Before you travel
Check that the vet has filled in the following sections in the pet passport:
details of ownership - you must sign section I if your pet passport was issued on or after 29 December 2014
description of animal
marking or identification of animal
vaccination against rabies
rabies blood test (if needed)
details of the vet issuing the passport (for passports issued from 29 December 2014)
your dogs tapeworm treatment (if needed)

Your pet must be microchipped before they get a rabies vaccination or theyll need to be vaccinated again.
Your pet could be refused entry or put into quarantine if its microchip cant be read when you enter or return to the UK.

A vet must treat your dog for tapeworm and record it in the pet passport or third-country official veterinary certificate ever
The treatment must have been given no less than 24 hours and no more than 120 hours (5 days) before you enter the UK.

The treatment must:

be approved for use in the country its being given in
have praziquantel or an equivalent as its active ingredient
Short trips
If youre leaving the UK for a short trip, your dog must be treated by a vet before you go. You must wait for 24 hours before
You should treat your dog again within 28 days of returning to the UK.
Information your vet needs to record
Check the vet has put the following details in the Echinococcus treatment section of your dogs pet passport or certificate
the name and manufacturer of the product
the date and time they treated your dog
their stamp and signature
Faroes

No information known an imprting dogs

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Finland

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* If the dog is younger than 1 year old the validiy period of 2 or 3 years does not count
* The dog must be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival

Please also check:

https://www.evira.fi/en/animals/import-and-export/

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France

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* If you bring more than 5 dogs, the dogs need a health certificate and a import permit

Please also check:

https://www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl/reizen/huisdieren-mee-op-vakantie/frankrijk

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Germany

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

http://www.bmel.de/DE/Tier/HausUndZootiere/Heimtiere/_Texte/Heimtierausweis.html

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Iceland

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination not less than 60 days and no more than 12 months prior to arrival.
* The dog must have a positive rabies antibody titer that has been taken after at least 30 days after the rabiesvaccination
* The dog must wait at least 120 days after the positive rabies antibody titer before he arrives in Iceland
* If the dog has a booster within the vaccinationschedule, a bloodtest is not required and the dog must wait 30 days after the b
* The dog must be vaccinated against Canine distemper not less than 30 days and no more than 730 days before arrival
* The dog must be vaccinated against hepatites and parvo not less than 30 days and no more than 365 days before arrival
* The dog must be vaccinated against leptospirose not less than 30 days and no more than 180 days before arrival
* The dog must be treated against tapeworm and external parasites within 10 days before arrival
* Dogs must be checked for brucellose and salmonella within 30 days prior to arrival
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must be in quarantaine for a period of 4 weeks after arrival
* The dog must have a health certificate that is not older than 10 days
* The dog must be legalised by the NVWA
* The dog needs an importpermit (this costs

Please also check:

http://www.mast.is/library/Lei%C3%B0beiningar/ChecklistIportationofdogsandcatstoiceland.pdf

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Ireland

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip with ISO-standard 11784 or 11785. If the dog has a different chip, the owner ha
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* The dog must be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival

Please also check:

http://www.agriculture.gov.ie/pets/

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Israel

Checklist:
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination not less than 30 days and no more than 12 months prior to arrival.
* The dog must have a positive rabies antibody titer that has been taken after at least 30 days after the rabiesvaccination
* The dog must have a health certificate which is no older then 10 days and wich is given by the NVWA
* The papers of the animal must be legalised by the department COA of NVWA
* If the owner brings more than 2 dogs, he must have a import permit
* The owner must have a written statement that the dog has been in his property for at least 90 days prior to arrival. The state
* The arrival of the dog must be announced 48 hours before arrival

Please also check:

https://www.gov.il/en/Subjects/environment/veterinary_and_animal

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Italy

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/temi/p2_5.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=cani&menu=viaggiare

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Japan

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip with ISO-standard 11784 or 11785. If the dog has a different chip, the owner ha
* The dog must have had at least two rabiesvaccinations (inactivated). The second at least 30 days after the first
* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination no more than 12 months prior to arrival.
* The dog must have a positive rabies antibody titer that's no older than 2 years
* The dog must wait at least 180 days after the positive rabies antibody titer before he arrives in Japan
There is no waiting period if the rabies antibody is high enough and been done before
* The arrival of the dog must be reported at least 40 days before the arrival
* The dog must be inspected by Animal Quarantine Service at the port of entry upon arrival in Japan.
* The dog must go in quarantaine after arrival
* The papers of the animal must be legalised by the department COA of NVWA
* The dog must have a health certificate that is no older than 2 days
* The dog must be vaccinated against Canine Distemper, Canine adenovirus type 2, canine parvovirus disease, Leptospirose, Pa
* The dog must be treated against internal and external parasites

Please also check:

http://www.maff.go.jp/aqs/english/index.html

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Additional Information:
To import dogs and cats from no-deignated region, they must meet import requirements such as
Microchip implanting, at least two times rabies vaccinations, rabies antibody test and 180-day waiting.

And you need to obtain certificates, wich certify necessary information, issued by the government agency of the exporting cou

Dogs and cats imported into Japan must undergo import quarantine in accordance with the Rabies Prevention Law and, additio
For dogs and cats meeting certain requirements upon arrival in Japan, the quarantine period (for import inspection) will be wi
Any dogs and cats that do not meet the requirements will be subject to quarantine at a detention facility of Animal Quarantin
Depending on the results of the import inspection, the dog or cat cannot be allowed to enter Japan

The importer (person planning to import dogs or cats) is responsible for the following obligations at their own expense. You
Inspections and treatments in the exporting country
Advance notification
Obtaining all necessary documents including certificates
Arrangements for transportation
Application for Import Inspection upon arrival in Japan
Measures and expenses for quarantine at a detention facility, if necessary
Reshipment or euthanasia if import is not permitted
Other matters that an animal quarantine officer may instruct as necessary
The microchip must be implanted before the first rabis vaccination (both procedures can be performed on the same day)
First rabies vaccination
 Dogs and cats must be at least 91 days old at the time of vaccination (the date of birth is counted as day 0).
Dogs and cats must be vaccinated after the microchip is implanted. (Both procedures can be performed on the same day.)
Second rabies vaccination
The second vaccination must be administered at least 30 days after the first vaccination (the date of the first vaccination is co
A blood sample must be taken at a veterinary hospital after the second rabies vaccination. (The second rabies vaccination and
The blood sample must be taken within the effective period of the rabies vaccination.

Rabies antibody test must be performed at one of the designated laboratories. The laboratories are designated by the Minister
The rabies antibody titer must be equal to or greater than 0.5 IU/ml.
The waiting period is 180 days or more (the date of the blood sampling for the rabies antibody test is counted as day 0).
The importer must notify Animal Quarantine Service at the expected port of entry not less than 40 days before arrival in Japan
The importer must submit a Notification to Animal Quarantine Service at the expected port of entry by mail, fax or e-mail no
Notification form is available on the website of Animal Quarantine Service. http://www.maff.go.jp/aqs/english/animal/dog/i

For dogs: Notification for Import of Dogs under the Rabies Prevention Law and the Domestic Animal Infectious Diseases Co
Notification can be made online through the NACCS (Nippon Automated Cargo and Port Consolidated System).
Animal Quarantine Service issues an Approval of Import Inspection of Animals to the applicant after receiving the Notificatio
In addition, it may be necessary to present this document during procedures in the exporting country or boarding procedures
Before leaving the exporting country, all dogs and cats must undergo a clinical inspection (pre-export inspection) by a veterina
Immediately before leaving (if possible, within 48 hours before boarding), dogs and cats must undergo a clinical inspection by a

*Date of pre-export inspection

It is desirable that this inspection is performed as close as possible to the date of departure (within 48 hours before boarding).
For more information, contact Animal Quarantine Service at the expected port of entry.
Contents of clinical inspection
For dogs The dog has been found to be free from any clinical signs of rabies and leptospirosis
The importer must obtain certificates issued by the government agency of the exporting country

Required information in the certificates

(1) Date of birth or age
(2) Microchip
Microchip number
Date of microchip implanting
(3) Rabies vaccinations
(Information on all rabies vaccinations described on the accepted Notification)
Dates of vaccinations
Effective period
Kind of vaccine (inactivated (killed) virus vaccine or recombinant vaccine)
Product name and manufacturer of vaccine
(4) Rabies antibody test
(Information on all rabies antibody tests described on the accepted Notification)
Date of blood sampling
Name of designated laboratory
Antibody titer *Attach the Result report of the test issued by the designated laboratory.
(5) Pre-export inspection
Date of inspection
 The dog or cat has been found to be free from any clinical signs of rabies and, for dogs, leptospirosis.
(6) Vaccinations other than for rabies and parasite treatment (Only when performed)
Name of target diseases or parasites
Dates of vaccinations or treatment (administration)
Kind of vaccine (if vaccinated)
Effective period (if vaccinated)
Using the recommended certification forms (Form A, Form C) makes it possible for the importer to fill in the required informati
Form A and Form C are available on the website of Animal Quarantine Service. http://www.maff.go.jp/aqs/english/animal/d
The owner of the dog or cat and the private veterinarian who performed the treatments fill in Form A and Form C, respectiv
In order to prevent any errors in the certificates, advance confirmation from Animal Quarantine Service is recommended.
The importer can send the certificates (or drafts), after the required items are filled in, by fax or e-mail to Animal Quarantine
Confirmation of drafts are recommended because corrections may not be accepted once the endorsement is obtained.

Dogs and cats must be inspected by Animal Quarantine Service at the port of entry upon arrival in Japan.
If the requirements are not met as the result of import inspection, the dog or cat will be subject to quarantine for up to 180 da
If no problems are found in the inspection upon arrival, an Import Quarantine Certificate will be granted and the dog or cat can
For cargo transportation After receiving the necessary documents from the airline or shipping line staff at the cargo area, com
The Importer or the Attorney authorized by the Importer must apply for the inspection.
Necessary documents
Application for Import Inspection
Power of Attorney (if an attorney except for the customs broker is in charge of the procedures.)
Result report of the Rabies Antibody Test
Approval of Import Inspection of Animals
Certificates issued by the government agency of the exporting country
(For cargo transportation) A copy of the AWB (Air Waybill) (if air cargo) A copy of the B/L (Bill of Lading) (if sea cargo)
Other documents that Animal Quarantine Service requires
The following matters will be inspected:
No abnormality is found in the health condition of the dog or cat (target diseases: rabies and, for dogs, leptospirosis).
Microchip number matches the numbers on all the certificates (by reading the microchip number).
The certificate is issued or endorsed by the government agency of the exporting country.
The contents of the certificates issued by the government agency of the exporting country meet the requirements for impor
If no problems are found with the certificates or with the health condition of the dog or cat (the requirements are met), the qu
In order to look into our quarantine system, the Rabies Antibody Titer Monitoring Survey (blood sampling) is conducted at the
and Kansai International Airport. Dogs are randomly selected for the survey in advance of arrival. The importer will be notified
The dog or cat is to be transported as air cargo (or sea cargo). For air cargo, an AWB (Air Waybill) is issued. For sea cargo, a B
in the cargo area. Animal quarantine procedures are followed by customs procedures.
In terms of animal health care and sanitary control of the detention facility, the following treatments are recommended. In par
vaccinations (combination vaccine) and parasite treatment should be performed in advance
Vaccinations (combination vaccine)
For dogs: Distemper, canine adenovirus type 2, canine parvovirus disease, etc
Treatment for external and internal parasites
External parasites: fleas, ticks
Internal parasites: nematodes, cestodes
e import inspection.

e accepted.
Form A and Form C.

bonded warehouse)
Norway

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* The dog must be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival
* The dog must be reported to customs when passing the border

Please also check:

https://www.mattilsynet.no/language/english/animals/travelling_with_pets/mandatory_treatment_for_echinococcosis_for_d

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Poland

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

http://www.wetgiw.gov.pl/index.php?action=art&a_id=4059

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Portugal

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* The dog must be vaccinated against canine distemper

Please also check:

http://www.dgv.min-agricultura.pt/portal/page/portal/DGV/genericos?generico=272038&cboui=272038

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Scotland

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* The dog must usually be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival
* The owner must fill in a declaration that he/she aren't going to sell or transfer the ownership of the dog

Please also check:

https://www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad

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South Africa

Checklist:
Dogs leaving South Africa for recreational purposes (shows or Holidays) for a period of 10 days
* A veterinary import permit for dogs travelling out of South Africa for recreational
purposes is needed for the import of such dogs that have travelled outside South
Africa for a short period of time.

* These permits will only be issued for dogs travelling to countries for which South
Africa does not require quarantine.

* The dog must be permanently identified with a microchip. The description of

the dog, i.e. the name, breed, sex, colour and microchip number must be
written on the application form when applying for the permit.

* No blood tests are required for the dog to be re imported back into South
Africa as the dog will not have been out of South Africa for 10 days and
therefore the blood tests to be of any value as even if a dog is infected with
one of the above mentioned five diseases the dogs will not show a positive
reaction to the blood tests.

* Instead of testing these dogs, the owners are required to take preventive
measures to ensure that the dogs do not get infected with the diseases.

* The dog must have a valid rabies vaccination. The rabies vaccination must
have been done less then a year and more than 30 days before travelling.

* If the country the dog is travelling to is not free from Dirofilaria immitis then
the dog must, on arrival in the exporting country be put on one of the following
medications as a preventative treatment for Dirofilaria immitis :
Diethylcarbamazine (5-6 mg/kg per os daily), Ivermectin (6 micrograms/kg per
os monthly), Milbemycin oxime (0,5 mg/kg per os monthly), Moxidectin (3
micrograms/kg per os monthly) or ProHeart SR 12 (subcut injectable yearly).
The medication must be sufficient to treat the dog for six months.

* If the country the dog is travelling to is not free from Trypanosoma evansi then
the dog must be treated with either Suramin or Diminazene aceturate,
according to the instructions for use thereof by the manufacturer on the day of
departure back to South Africa.

* If the country the dog is travelling to is not free from Leishmania and or
Babesia gibsoni then the dog must be treated with an effective acaricide and
with insect repellent registered in South Africa, before departure and throughout their stay
the dog must, on arrival in the exporting country be put on one of the following
medications as a preventative treatment for Dirofilaria immitis :
Diethylcarbamazine (5-6 mg/kg per os daily), Ivermectin (6 micrograms/kg per
os monthly), Milbemycin oxime (0,5 mg/kg per os monthly), Moxidectin (3
micrograms/kg per os monthly) or ProHeart SR 12 (subcut injectable yearly).
The medication must be sufficient to treat the dog for six months.
* If the country the dog is travelling to is not free from Trypanosoma evansi then
the dog must be treated with either Suramin or Diminazene aceturate,
according to the instructions for use thereof by the manufacturer on the day of
departure back to South Africa.

* If the country the dog is travelling to is not free from Leishmania and or
Babesia gibsoni then the dog must be treated with an effective acaricide and
with insect repellent registered in South Africa, before departure and throughout their stay

Please also check:

http://www.daff.gov.za/daffweb3/Branches/Agricultural-Production-Health-Food-Safety/Animal-Health/importexport/form
http://www.nda.agric.za/vetweb/ImportExport/ImportProcedures/Protocol%20for%20the%20%20import%20of%20dogs%

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Spain

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule

Please also check:

http://spanje.agroberichtenbuitenland.nl/spanje/reizen-met-hond-kat-of-fret-naar-spanje-2/

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Sweden

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination sched
* The dog must be reported to customs when passing the border
* All original papers of the dog (besides the EU-passport) should be brought.

Please also check:

http://www.jordbruksverket.se/swedishboardofagriculture/engelskasidor/animals/import/dogscatsandferrets/bringingado

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Additional information:
The animal must be ID-marked
You must start with having the animal ID-marked with an ISO-microchip. However, if your animal was tattooed before 3 Ju
If the animal is checked at the border and the ID-number cannot be read, the animal may be rejected.
The animal must have a valid vaccination against rabies

Primary vaccination
The animal must have a valid vaccination against rabies. The very first vaccination which builds up the protection is called a
The animal must be ID-marked and at least twelve weeks old to have its primary vaccination. You must use an approved ra
After the primary vaccination you must wait 21 days before you are allowed to travel with your animal.
Example: Vaccination with one shot on 1 January = the animal may travel on 22 January.
Example: Vaccination with two shots on 1 January and 1 February = the animal may travel on 22 February.

Revaccination
If you want to travel more than once with your animal, you will need to revaccinate your animal regularly.
How often your animal needs to be revaccinated varies between the vaccine brand and how it is registered in different cou
When the animal is vaccinated, the veterinarian fills in the data in the passport and notes the validity time registered in th
You must follow the revaccination intervals registered in the passport, which means you must have the animal revaccinated
If the animal is vaccinated within the validity period, the waiting period of 21 days between vaccination and travel does no

Delayed revaccination
If an animal is revaccinated after last validity date of the latest rabies vaccination, the revaccination will be equal to a prima
The animal must have an EU-passport for pets
The animal must have an EU-passport where the veterinarian notes all treatments.
The animal must be reported to customs when passing the border
The animal must enter Sweden at a customs station, where you must report to a customs officer that you are bringing a pe
Switzerland

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination schedule
* The dog must be reported to customs when passing the border
* No more than 5 animals

Please also check:

http://blv.bytix.com/plus/dbr/default.aspx?lang=en
https://www.bundespublikationen.admin.ch/cshop_mimes_bbl/8C/8CDCD4590EE41EE681AED9B6AECBA2D1.pdf

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Additional information:
Crossing the border with dogs, cats or ferrets
I am travelling to: Netherlands.
I live in Switzerland and I am taking dogs, cats or ferrets abroad with me on holiday:
1 Dog(s), older than 7 months
Entering the holiday destination country:

In view of the many different regulations governing imports, we must refer you here to the authorities in your country of des
in good time to enquire about the regulations on imports of dogs, cats or ferrets.

Returning to Switzerland:

Microchip (ISO 11784, readable by reader compliant with ISO 11785) or legible tattoo, provided the latter can be shown to h
Valid rabies vaccination (IETPO, Art. 11)
Swiss or EU pet passport or EU-recognised passports of other European states (Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, No
If your dog has had its tail or ears docked, it may re-enter Switzerland only if the cantonal veterinary service entered the nec
This regulation applies solely to pets, such as dogs, cats and ferrets, which are kept out of interest in the animal or as a hous
on. (IETPO, Art. 8).
Uruguay

No information known on importing dogs

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USA

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies no less than 30 days prior to arrival (some states require a boostervacci
* The dog must be in quarantaine until it is determined with certainty the dog has no tapeworm
* Some states require a health certificate wich is no older than 3 days
* The dog will be checked at the border. If there are signs that the dog has a zonose, the dog is not allowed to enter the coun

Please also check:

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel/bring-pet-into-the-united-states/pet-travel-dogs-into-us

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Additional information:
Collies, shepherds, and other dogs to be used in the handling of livestock and that are imported from any part of the world exc
at the port of entry to determine their freedom from tapeworm infection.

Additional State Requirements

When available, you will find additional information about bringing a dog into a particular state on that state's Department of A
you should contact the State Department of Agriculture or the State Veterinarians Office in your destination state directly to d
Wales

Checklist:
* The dog must be ID-marked with a microchip
* The dog must have an EU-passport for pets
* The dog must have a valid vaccination against rabies (first time 21 days prior to arrival, after that within vaccination sched
* The dog must usually be treated against tapeworm not less than 24 uur hours and no more than 120 hours before arrival
* The owner must fill in a declaration that he/she aren't going to sell or transfer the ownership of the dog

Please also check:

https://www.gov.uk/take-pet-abroad

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