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Check with airlines because they may have restrictions on breed and size. Most airlines also require a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (health certificate) issued within 10 days of travel. Federal regulations require pets to be at least 8 weeks old and they should be weaned at least 5 days before flying.

- Any puppy or kitten sold in Florida must be accompanied by an official health certificate at the time of purchse! It is illegal to sell a puppy or kitten without one.

Most airlines require a valid health certificate for travel completed by your veterinarian in order for your dog to fly with you. Be sure all relevant vaccinations are up to date and be sure to have your dog's rabies vaccination certificate handy when traveling.

The requirements vary from state to state. For example, there is no requirement for pets to have a health certificate to enter into California. Instead, the owner needs to provide proof of current rabies vaccination only.

4. Section 828.30, Florida Statutes, ?Cruelty to Animals? requires that all dogs, cats, and ferrets 4 months of age or older must be vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian against rabies with a vaccine that is licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for use in those species.

If you provide us the paperwork from the USDA (a simple form that we sign) we charge you a fee of $79 which includes the cost of the exam and signing the form.

Required vaccinations for dogs are DAPP, *Leptospirosis, Bordetella, and Rabies (if older than 3 months). The DAPP vaccine includes canine distemper, parvovirus, parainfluenza, and adenovirus 2 (infectious hepatitis).

Health examination and health certificate completed within 30 days prior to entry, signed by a Florida-licensed and federally accredited veterinarian. Current rabies immunization; requirements for dogs and cats may vary from state to state.