Pet Travel Services in Vancouver
Traveling internationally with your pet requires proper documentation and health preparation. Atlas Animal Hospital provides pet travel services for dogs and cats in Vancouver, helping you navigate the requirements for international pet export, health certification, and travel readiness. Our team is available 24/7 to ensure paperwork and health checks are completed on schedule. Whether you are relocating permanently or taking a short trip, we ensure your pet meets every requirement for safe and compliant international travel.
International Health Certificate
An international health certificate is required for most cross-border pet travel. Our veterinarians perform the required physical exam, verify vaccination records, and complete documentation in compliance with the destination country's import requirements. We work with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency process and ensure all documents meet current standards. Timing is critical, most health certificates must be completed within 10 days of travel, so we recommend starting the process at least four to six weeks before your departure date. Our team is experienced with requirements for the United States, European Union, Asia-Pacific, and other popular destinations. We also provide guidance on airline-specific requirements including carrier specifications, health documentation format, and check-in procedures for traveling with pets in cabin or as cargo.
Pet Export Documentation
Each destination country has specific import requirements that may include blood tests, parasite management, vaccination timelines, and quarantine provisions. Our team researches the requirements for your specific destination and coordinates the full documentation process to avoid delays at the border. International pet travel regulations change frequently. Our team stays current with the latest import requirements and works directly with CFIA to ensure all endorsements and stamps are obtained in time. We build a customized timeline for your specific destination so nothing is left to the last minute. Our team has experience with complex multi-country itineraries and transit requirements, ensuring your pet's documentation covers every leg of the journey.
Microchipping for Travel
Many countries require ISO-standard microchip identification before accepting imported pets. If your pet is not yet microchipped, we perform the procedure during your travel preparation visit. For pets already microchipped, we verify chip functionality and ensure the number is correctly recorded on all travel documents. If your pet already has a microchip from another manufacturer, we verify that it meets the ISO 11784/11785 standard required by most international destinations. If a non-compatible chip is present, we can implant an ISO-compliant chip alongside it.
Titer Testing for Travel
Some countries require rabies titer test results as an alternative to quarantine. A titer test measures your pet's antibody levels to confirm adequate rabies protection. We coordinate testing with accredited laboratories and ensure results are available within the required timeframe. Titer test results are typically required to be from an approved FAVN laboratory, and processing can take two to four weeks. We factor this timeline into your overall travel preparation schedule to ensure results are available well before departure. For countries that require extended waiting periods after titer testing, we build this into your preparation timeline from the outset so there are no surprises at the border.
FAQs
Planning to travel with your pet? Start early. Call Atlas Animal Hospital at (604) 301-0300 to begin travel preparation.