New Dog Import Rules: Health and Safety for Animals
New regulations aim to ensure that dogs imported into the United States are healthy and properly vaccinated. This introduces additional requirements for importers, which may affect the availability and cost of some dogs, but will enhance the health safety of animals and people.
Key points
All imported dogs must be healthy, vaccinated, and identified before entering the U.S.
Dogs intended for sale or adoption must be at least 6 months old and have a special import permit.
Penalties are introduced for non-compliant individuals, including covering the costs of care and returning the dog to its country of origin.
Exceptions to the new rules include returning U.S. origin pets, military working dogs, research dogs, dogs for veterinary treatment, and puppies imported to Hawaii from specific countries.
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