There is a lot to consider when you’re traveling with a pet.
Most states and airlines require an official travel certificate that confirms your pet is healthy and fit to travel. easyvet San Tan Valley has pet travel certificate services for cats and dogs on the go within the United States. We currently complete domestic travel paperwork only; our veterinarians are not USDA-certified for international certificates.
What’s Included in a Domestic Pet Travel Certificate?
During your visit, we will:
- Perform a physical exam to confirm your pet is healthy enough for travel
- Verify current vaccinations, especially rabies
- Check for microchipping and ID (if required by destination or airline)
- Run diagnostics that may be required, such as a parasite screening
How to Prepare for Your Pet’s Travel Appointment
We recommend gathering the following before your visit to avoid unnecessary delays:
- Your pet’s complete veterinary records, including vaccination history
- Details of your travel plans (departure date, destination, airline info)
- Any required forms from the airline if flying (print out blank copies if needed)
Visit the USDA APHIS Pet Travel Website to check for any specific state regulations or updates related to your destination. Different airlines and states may have their own requirements, so doing your research ahead of time will make the process faster.
Additional Travel Tips for Your Pet’s Safety
In addition to a valid certificate, there are several things you can do in preparation for traveling with your pet. Ask us about calming medications or supplements if your pet gets nervous during car or air travel. Some pets may benefit from anti-nausea medications before a long journey if they experience motion sickness. Choose an appropriate crate for travel and take your pet for a test ride to get them used to it. Keep parasite prevention up to date to protect against fleas, ticks, heartworms, and intestinal worms that may be at your destination. If your pet is microchipped, make sure your contact info is current in case your pet gets separated from you.
Travel can be unpredictable, but with a little preparation, your pet can ride along safely.
Fly safe with pet travel certificates in San Tan Valley, AZ.
easyvet San Tan Valley offers domestic travel certificates for cats and dogs in San Tan Valley, Queen Creek, Pecan Creek, Johnson Ranch, Chandler Heights, and neighboring Arizona areas.
