If you’re planning to bring a dog into the U.S. this summer, get ready for new rules starting in August.
The U.S. will soon implement new requirements for dogs to enter the country, whether with a pet owner, breeder or rescue group. The new rules will begin later this summer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
What’s required
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Be at least six months old.
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Have an implanted microchip to verify rabies vaccination.
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Be vaccinated if coming from a country where rabies is common.
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Appear healthy when arriving.
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Have a CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
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Have additional documentation depending on previous country of residence and vaccination status.
When the rules begin
The new entry requirements take effect Aug. 1. This coincides with the expiration of a 2021 temporary order banning the entry of dogs from over 100 countries considered high-risk for dog rabies.
This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: US to begin new rules for dog entry; what to know
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