Border crossing with a pet
What do we need as far as paper work to cross the border with a dog? This would be from US to Canada and back to US. Thanks, Bob and Pat
Forum Discussion
In my experience while crossing the border on return to the USA with dogs, the guard will look at the pet, and if the animal appears healthy and is wearing a visible rabies tag you might be asked if the rabies shots are up to date.
As far as dog food goes, as long as the food is in the ORIGINAL packaging (product of USA or Canada) and the ingredient list is visible and there is NO sheep, lamb, or goat listed as ingredients (due to ongoing BSE concerns), you will have no issues with dog food while crossing the border back into the USA.
Looking at the BIG picture, rabies and BSE concerns are minor issues with comparison to what the border folks are diligently watching for, example: terrorists, weapons of mass effect, illegal aliens, illegal contraband, and criminals. If you are NOT a T, have no WoME, are NOT an IA, have no IC, and are NOT a C, you have nothing to worry about while crossing the border into the USA. Answer all questions truthfully and be prepared to present travel documents if required to. Travel safe.
Lakeside
As far as dog food goes, as long as the food is in the ORIGINAL packaging (product of USA or Canada) and the ingredient list is visible and there is NO sheep, lamb, or goat listed as ingredients (due to ongoing BSE concerns), you will have no issues with dog food while crossing the border back into the USA.
Looking at the BIG picture, rabies and BSE concerns are minor issues with comparison to what the border folks are diligently watching for, example: terrorists, weapons of mass effect, illegal aliens, illegal contraband, and criminals. If you are NOT a T, have no WoME, are NOT an IA, have no IC, and are NOT a C, you have nothing to worry about while crossing the border into the USA. Answer all questions truthfully and be prepared to present travel documents if required to. Travel safe.
Lakeside
