Has anyone took a cat over recently?

[Mike&Rach 0]

I'm confused what I actually need. I've read the pinned topic and then I've read this

"A general certificate of health is not required by CDC for entry of pet cats into the United States, although some airlines or states may require them. However, pet cats are subject to inspection at ports of entry and may be denied entry into the United States if they have evidence of an infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans. If a cat appears to be ill, further examination by a licensed veterinarian at the owner's expense might be required at the port of entry.

Cats are not required to have proof of rabies vaccination for importation into the United States. However, some states require vaccination of cats for rabies, so it is a good idea to check with state and local health authorities at your final destination" on http://www.cdc.gov/animalimportation/cats.html

So does it depend on what the state requires and the airline? and do I only need to get a pet passport if I want to bring him back?

[Anh map 2,098]

I'm confused what I actually need. I've read the pinned topic and then I've read this

"A general certificate of health is not required by CDC for entry of pet cats into the United States, although some airlines or states may require them. However, pet cats are subject to inspection at ports of entry and may be denied entry into the United States if they have evidence of an infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans. If a cat appears to be ill, further examination by a licensed veterinarian at the owner's expense might be required at the port of entry.

Cats are not required to have proof of rabies vaccination for importation into the United States. However, some states require vaccination of cats for rabies, so it is a good idea to check with state and local health authorities at your final destination" on http://www.cdc.gov/a...ation/cats.html

So does it depend on what the state requires and the airline? and do I only need to get a pet passport if I want to bring him back?

Your pet will have to get aboard the plane before it ever gets close to any US state. The airline guidelines would have to be met.

[Nigel&Meggie 40]

I'm confused what I actually need. I've read the pinned topic and then I've read this

"A general certificate of health is not required by CDC for entry of pet cats into the United States, although some airlines or states may require them. However, pet cats are subject to inspection at ports of entry and may be denied entry into the United States if they have evidence of an infectious disease that can be transmitted to humans. If a cat appears to be ill, further examination by a licensed veterinarian at the owner's expense might be required at the port of entry.

Cats are not required to have proof of rabies vaccination for importation into the United States. However, some states require vaccination of cats for rabies, so it is a good idea to check with state and local health authorities at your final destination" on http://www.cdc.gov/animalimportation/cats.html

So does it depend on what the state requires and the airline? and do I only need to get a pet passport if I want to bring him back?

Slightly different because I brought my dog over, but we had to comply with both airline and state regulations. We needed a health certificate for the airline and rabies vaccination for the state. I think the pet passport is to firstly show the rabies vaccination has been completed and also to prevent having to put your pet into UK quarantine if you return with it.