Strict new rules coming to Canadian dogs crossing the border into the US Achi-News

Starting August 1, America’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will have strict new rules for any dog ​​crossing from Canada to the United States.

No dog under six months of age is allowed inside. Previously, dog breeders in Canada could ship eight-week-old puppies to the United States, said Les Oakes, owner of Sevenoaks Animal Logistics. The company transports around 500 dogs a year to destinations around the world.

“Now it’s six months. So it’s going to put extra pressure on breeders here in Canada to keep puppies longer if they want them to go down to the United States. And people in the US are going to have to wait longer to get that puppy. “

Oakes said he welcomed the rule changes.

“I think overall it’s a good thing. When you look at the zoonotic diseases that dogs can carry that can be transmitted to humans, it’s important to protect our livestock, it’s important to protect people. By adopting the new measures, the United States has basically made it safer for everyone and hopefully Canada will follow suit.”

There will be a number of steps required to ensure your pet is authorized for border crossing, according to Sabrina Oakes, who estimates the price of compliance will be around $200. But he said the real cost will be in time and making sure your pooch has the right certifications.

“You’ll have to get an appointment with your vet, get microchipped, get your rabies (shot), get them to fill out the required forms, take it to CFIA to get it stamped. You will then need to take the information to the CDC website and obtain a receipt allowing your dog to enter the country. “

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The CDC said any non-compliant dog will be rejected. The new rules can be found on the CDC website.

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