Do dogs need passports?

Vaccinations. To secure the pet passport, the dog must receive a rabies shot and/or a certificate denoting an up-to-date rabies vaccination. The vet will also fit the animal with an electronic microchip or tattoo that properly identifies the dog. The PETS policy and requirements typically apply to cats as well. read more

Originally developed in the United Kingdom, Pet Travel Schemes (PETS) is a pet passport program used by a group of participating countries, including the United States and nations in the European Union. American dog owners looking to travel abroad must first take the dog to a veterinarian certified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. read more