Taking Your Dog to the USA
Do you need to transfer dogs to the USA from the UK?
The USA is a popular destination for UK dog owners, but the rules for bringing dogs into America have changed in recent years. It’s no longer just a case of booking a flight and sorting a basic travel certificate before you go.
Depending on your dog’s vaccination history, microchip details, age and final destination in North America, there could be specific documents to prepare before travel. Some US states also have their own requirements, so it helps to have the pet travel route properly checked before anything is booked.
Transfur Animals is an experienced international pet travel company that can manage the dog transport process for you, from checking the latest entry rules through to arranging the flight and arrival support.
If you have already started the process of flying your dog to the USA and want a professional to check that everything is in order, we can help.
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Before flying a dog ……. 
1. Get your dog microchipped with an ISO-compliant microchip
2. Ensure your dog’s rabies vaccination is valid and meets current US entry requirements
3. Arrange the required veterinary paperwork before departure
4. Book an export health certificate appointment with an Official Veterinarian
5. Check whether your final destination state has any additional entry requirements
6. Book your dog’s flight with an approved airline and route
7. Arrange customs clearance for arrival in the United States
8. Make sure your dog’s microchip details and vaccination records match across all documents
US dog import rules have changed considerably in recent years. Requirements now vary depending on where your dog has travelled previously and where they are flying to within America. Our experienced UK dog shipping team keeps track of the latest regulations and manages the paperwork on your behalf to help avoid delays or unexpected issues before departure.
Please note: Dogs travelling to the USA can normally enter without quarantine when all import requirements have been met correctly before travel.
1. Get your dog microchipped with an ISO-compliant microchip
2. Ensure your dog’s rabies vaccination is valid and meets current US entry requirements
3. Arrange the required veterinary paperwork before departure
4. Book an export health certificate appointment with an Official Veterinarian
5. Check whether your final destination state has any additional entry requirements
6. Book your dog’s flight with an approved airline and route
7. Arrange customs clearance for arrival in the United States
8. Make sure your dog’s microchip details and vaccination records match across all documents
US dog import rules have changed considerably in recent years. Requirements now vary depending on where your dog has travelled previously and where they are flying to within America. Our experienced UK dog shipping team keeps track of the latest regulations and manages the paperwork on your behalf to help avoid delays or unexpected issues before departure.
Please note: Dogs travelling to the USA can normally enter without quarantine when all import requirements have been met correctly before travel.
Taking Dog to the USA – What We Do
| What We Handle ✓ | What That Means For You ➡ |
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| Entry requirement checks | We confirm exactly what your dog needs before travel |
| Veterinary paperwork | We make sure documents meet current US import requirements |
| Export health certificate | We coordinate the Official Veterinarian appointment and timings |
| Flight booking | We arrange suitable airline routes into the USA |
| IATA-compliant travel container | Supplied or checked by us to meet airline regulations |
| Customs clearance | Organised ahead of arrival to keep your dog’s journey moving |
| UK home to airport collection | Available if required |
| Onward travel within the USA | We can arrange transport to your final destination |
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Experience & Reputation
+10,000 pets transfered worldwide
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Travel Crate & Pet Safety
Ensure pet's comfort & well-being
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Global Compliance
Expert handling of all paperwork
Why Choose Transfur Animals?
More than 20 years arranging international dog relocations
Experienced in transferring dogs to the USA from the UK
Up-to-date knowledge of changing US import requirements
Support with paperwork, flights and arrival arrangements
One point of contact throughout your dog’s move with no call centres
Clear quotations with no hidden extras
Ready to Move Your Dog to the USA?
Call us today on 01403 212 900 or get a FREE quote online and one of our dog shipping specialists will talk you through transferring dogs from the UK to the USA, making the process as smooth as possible.