What documents do I need when traveling with my pet?

Required documentation varies depending on your destination and method of transportation. For domestic travel, you typically need a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) or health certificate issued within 10-30 days of travel, proof of rabies vaccination, and proper identification tags. For international travel, requirements are more extensive and may include an international health certificate endorsed by a government veterinarian, microchipping, specific vaccinations (rabies is mandatory for most countries), parasite treatments, and sometimes blood tests or quarantine periods. EU countries require a standardized EU Pet Passport. Always check specific requirements with your destination country's embassy or consulate, your airline, and your veterinarian well in advance (3-6 months is recommended for international travel). Keep physical copies of all documentation easily accessible during your journey.