Health Certificates

As a federally accredited veterinary practice, Altadena Valley Animal Clinic can issue domestic health certificates for healthy animals that will be traveling domestically from one state to another or internationally.

A certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI), or health certificate, is an official document that certifies that the animal identified on the document has been inspected, is healthy to travel, and free from illnesses and parasites that might pose a health risk to other animals or people. A CVI may be required if your animal is being transported across state lines or if they are participating in events such as shows, rides, or sales. Pets who are being adopted in a different state may also be required to have a health certificate.

In addition to meeting health requirements, your animal may also need to have tests, treatments, vaccinations, or other procedures done before qualifying for a CVI. Since animal health requirements can differ depending on the destination, the species, and the purpose of travel, we recommend that you check your destinations (and airline if appropriate) to see if they require a health certificate. This is the best place to start:

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel

We will work with you to help you determine your needs, however since timelines differ depending on your destination, planning ahead is essential. International travel preparations may need to start six months in advance of travel, particularly for Rabies free locations such as Hawaii, Japan, Guam, Australia, and New Zealand.

We suggest that you contact us as soon as your travel plans are firm so that we can schedule a consultation appointment and review the country or countries requirements and help you obtain your CVI in a timely fashion. Please call today and ask for information about a health certificate.

Altadena Valley Animal Clinic is convenient to pet owners in Birmingham, Vestavia Hills, Liberty Park, Hoover and other nearby cities and towns.