Pet International & Domestic Health Certificates
Planning to travel with your pet? Whether you’re flying across the country or moving abroad, you’ll need the proper paperwork to ensure your pet can travel safely and legally. At PetCentre Animal Hospital, our USDA-accredited veterinarians provide pet health certificates in Manassas, VA, tailored to the requirements of your destination.
What Is a Pet Health Certificate?
A pet travel certificate is an official document completed and signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian confirming that your pet is:
- Free of contagious disease
- Up-to-date on required vaccinations (including rabies)
- Healthy enough to travel by air or land
- In compliance with import/export rules of the destination location
Different destinations—especially international ones—may require additional steps such as microchipping, blood tests, parasite treatment, or quarantine planning.
Domestic vs. International Travel Requirements
Domestic (U.S.) Travel
If you’re flying within the United States, most airlines require a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) issued within 10 days of travel. Requirements can vary depending on airline and destination state.
We recommend contacting your airline and visiting the USDA APHIS Pet Travel website to confirm any unique rules before booking your appointment.
International Travel
Traveling abroad requires much more preparation—often weeks or months in advance. Steps may include:
- Rabies titer tests (for countries like the EU or Japan)
- Microchip placement
- Specific vaccinations within certain timeframes
- Official USDA endorsement of health forms
Because requirements vary by country, it’s essential to begin the process early and consult with our team for timeline-specific guidance.
How PetCentre Animal Hospital Supports Your Journey
We make the process easier by:
- Reviewing all requirements based on your travel plans
- Completing all forms, exams, and vaccinations
- Providing signed pet health certificates on appropriate timelines
- Offering digital or hard-copy documentation as needed
- Coordinating USDA endorsement (for international travel)
- Answering your questions and helping avoid costly travel disruptions
We take pride in preparing pets and their people for smooth, safe travel experiences. We stay up to date on domestic and international travel regulations, so you don’t have to navigate confusing requirements alone. Our team helps you prepare every step of the way, making the process clear, timely, and stress-free.
Trusted Documentation for Stress-Free Travel
At PetCentre Animal Hospital, our USDA-accredited veterinarians handle the details so you can focus on the adventure ahead. From a weekend flight to a permanent move abroad, we provide accurate, compliant pet travel certificates to support safe journeys for dogs and cats from the Manassas region and beyond.
Let us help make travel with your pet a seamless, secure experience.
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Wellness & Preventive Care
Pet Resort
Veterinary Surgery
Health Certificates
Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Laboratory Testing
Digital Imaging
Dental Care
Urgent & Emergency Care
Puppy & Kitten Visits
Senior Pet Care
Sick Pet Visits
Allergy Management
Vaccines
Pain & Chronic Illness Management
Behavior & Nutritional Counseling
Laser Therapy
End-of-Life Care