Traveling with a Dog

[Bob K]

Chip has traveled back and forth 8 or 10 times now and we have never needed the certificate stamped by the DR consulate. As Lindsey said i don't think it is required any longer.

We also have never given extra propina ($$) other then the $300RD or $10 if you don't have pesos at customs. It is really a pretty easy process. Our luggage has more problems then the dog.

Bob K

[wendymathews]

One more question, does the dog have to have the health certificate stamped by the USDA or just signed by the vet?

[oriole100]

Just signed by the Vet., with a copy of the shot record. The Rabies must be less then 1 year old. Talk to your Vet. about this. In the US. it's 3 year shots.

[g2s]

I am wondering what to expect on our return to the US with our dog. Bob, you mentioned a vet certificate from a vet in the D.R. Is that all the U.S. would need to re-enter?

[Bob K]

Originally Posted by g2s

I am wondering what to expect on our return to the US with our dog. Bob, you mentioned a vet certificate from a vet in the D.R. Is that all the U.S. would need to re-enter?

The return certificate has to be from a vet here. Not a problem as they will do it for $30.
And yes you are supposed to have the health certificate (frrom the US to here) stamped by the USDA. Some folks don't do this but they may have a problem if it is checked here which is not alway the case. So you are taking a chance by not having it stamped.

BObK

[LindseyKaufman]

At first, I traveled with the USDA stamped certificate. But after a few times back and forth, I began using a state vet certificate. This is the certificate that vets use if you fly from one state to another. It does not need to be stamped by the USDA. Other than the color print on the form, it looks just like the USDA certificate. I have traveled back and forth to the DR at least 12 times with this certificate and never was questioned.

[pizzabite]

Thanks for all the info!!