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Bringing a Pet to China: An Expat Guide

Bringing a pet to China is not easy! Because of the health risk, China only allows pets to enter its borders according to the following strict regulations.

Only one dog or cat per person is allowed; no other animals. If the animal type or number is outside of regulations, for example, if you bring a hamster or two cats or dogs, your pet will be deported or destroyed. If you want to bring more than one cat/dog , assign a fellow traveler to accompany each of them.

If not accompanied, pets require an Import Permit to travel as cargo.

[Our information is largely translated from the official website of The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (www.customs.gov.cn), including

General guidance on the import of pets
New regulations on rabies test exemption brought into effect on May 1st, 2019
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

We've covered the three things to prepare, where to enter China, what happens on arrival, quarantine (hopefully avoidable), and even bringing pets out of China.

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Prep. 1)Vaccination: Rabies Mandatory

Prep. 2) RFID Chips

Prep. 3) pre-entry health certificate, where to enter china, before entering china, on arrival in china, once in china: register your dog, bringing pets out of china, prep. 1) vaccination: rabies mandatory.

Each pet must have a rabies accinationcertificate showing the vaccination dates of two doses (the second dose must be between 30 days to 1 year before arrival), with manufacturer, period of efficacy, and batch for each. Unvaccinated working dogs may be vaccinated in China. See Quarantine below.

Other recommended vaccinations are canine distemper, parvovirus, and coronavirus for dogs; feline distemper, peritonitis, and feline leucopenia for cats; as well as kennel cough at least 2 weeks prior to import if quarantine is likely.

To avoid a 30-day quarantine, and to validate all other certification, making this an essential requirement , your pet must have a microchip implant. Basically, if China can't tell by RFID that your documents are for your pet, he/she will be deported/destroyed.

Animals entering China must be implanted with a microchip conforming to ISO11784 and ISO11785 for the radio frequency identification (RFID) of animals, i.e. with a 15-digit code. Other chips must have their own scanner. If you have a non-standard chip, you'd better be sure it can be scanned by a scanner provided by yourself!

You may want to get your pet chipped at the same time as the third preparation…

The pre-travel animal health examination is very important . If not done satisfactorily the cat or dog will be sent back to the country of origin or destroyed. If your cat/dog doesn't pass the health check, don't bring him/her until he/she does.

The health examination certificate must include: date of examination (must be within 14 days of arrival in China), type of animal, taxonomy, gender, fur color, birth date or age, RFID chip location, chip code, and date implanted, and health examination results (U.S. examples: certificate for dogs , certificate for cats ). It must be stamped by the accepted authority for the country, e.g. USDA for the U.S. or CFIA for Canada.

Pre-Entry Rabies Test

A rabies antibody titer test certificate may be required as part of the pre-travel health check. It must include RFID chip number, rabies antibody test time, test establishment name, and antibody titer results (at least 0.5 IU/mL).

From May 1, 2019, animals from 19 countries or regions can enter China without a rabies test: New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, U.S. Hawaii, U.S. Guam, Jamaica, Iceland, UK, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Cyprus, Portugal, Sweden Switzerland, Japan, Singapore, China Hong Kong, and China Macau.

Rabies antibody titer test results are valid for one year from the date the blood was drawn, and should be after the second rabies shot. If your rabies test report is invalid, a new test must be performed at the port designated facility on-site and a new rabies test report must be obtained.

If you think quarantine is at all likely , you should use one of the ports of entry with quarantine facilities, probably in Beijing, Shanghai, or Guangzhou (see Quarantine below), otherwise, if quarantine were needed it couldn't be done, and your pet would be sent back or destroyed.

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If you're certain your pet won't need quarantine, for example if you have a quarantine-exempt guide dog with a chip and all paperwork in order and who is healthy and ideally has been through the process before, only then should you consider using a non-quarantine port of entry.

If you plan to transit to a China city in another province after your arrival city, you should check inter-province animal transport certificate requirements with the relevant area's health and hygiene department and make sure you fulfil those too.

Fill in a ' Carrier's Immigration Pet (Dog, Cat) Information Registration Form ' (the bilingual 携带入境宠物（犬、猫）信息登记表.doc download from the China Customs page ). Choose which of the two form versions to fill in based on which country you're coming from with your pet: designated or non-designated. These will also be available at the port, but you might as well fill it in in advance to make sure you have all the necessary info to hand.

On arrival, the port authority will check the RFID chip corresponds with the certification you provide. If the vaccination and health check certification are ok, your pet can stay in China. Phew! First phase over.

If not, i.e. if you could not provide sufficient certification or exceed the type/number limits, customs should inform the port Animal and Plant Quarantine Office to take temporary custody of your pet(s). Then you would be consulted regarding pet repatriation. If that cannot be arranged, then sadly animal euthanization would follow.

If acceptable, an on-site health check follows…

Port On-Site Animal Health Check

If your pet passes the health check, the dog/cat can enter China accompanied by the carrier. Animals not from the 19 "no-rabies" countries mentioned above under Vaccination, must have an additional rabies check as part of the port health check.

Please allow enough time for animal checks and procedures at airports to avoid inconvenience/problems in keeping to your travel schedule.

If your pet does not pass the port health check, quarantine will follow…

Animals who don't pass the port health exam require 30-day quarantine. For example, to avoid quarantine, from May 1st, 2019, animals from the U.S.(apart from Guam and Hawaii), must have had two rabies shots, a chip implant, and a positive rabies titer (the antibody titer or the level of immune antibodies must be above 0.5 IU/ml).

Guide dogs, hearing dogs, and search and rescue dogs with the required health examination, RFID chip, training certificate, and satisfactory port health test report can enter China without quarantine. Such dogs with no acceptable vaccination certificate can, following application by the carrier, be vaccinated for rabies at a suitable establishment.

Emotional support dogs that are not guide dogs, hearing dogs, or search and rescue dogs, do not qualify for quarantine exemption if vaccination certification is lacking.

Where Quarantine Is Available

Pets that don't fit the qualifying criteria above must enter through and quarantine for 30 days in one of 10 designated ports:

Beijing Capital Airport, Beijing West Railway Station
Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai Honqqiao International Airport, Shanghai Port International Cruise Terminal, Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal, Shanghai Railway Station (on the HK Z-train)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Urumqi Diwopu International Airport, or Alashankou

Animals not meeting the above criteria entering through non-designated ports will be sent back to the country of origin or destroyed.

How Quarantine Works

For the period of quarantine, animals must not leave the quarantine area, and the owner shall be responsible for the animal's welfare or entrust the animal to the port quarantine office. Quarantine, welfare, management, and other expenses shall be paid by the owner to the animal and plant quarantine agency. For more details, please visit the The General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China website .

If your pet exhibits abnormal health symptoms the quarantine staff will notify the carrier, and will, with the carrier's permission, treat the animal. If the animal can't be treated in the quarantine area, it will be moved and undergo treatment under customs staff supervision.

If you don't claim your pet within the stipulated time, he/she will be considered unclaimed and will be processed with quarantine treatment by the port Animal and Plant Quarantine Office.

Dogs must be registered with the police local to your place of residence within one month of arrival. Contact your local police office for how to do it.

You will need to register where you live first. See Renting an Apartment in China: An Expat Guide.

Carriers bringing pets out of China should prepare the following three things and show them at their port of departure at least a week before departure:

1. Valid rabies vaccination certificate (for vaccination from 30 days to 1 year before departure)
2. Carrier's travel document (passport or HK/Macau/Taiwan travel permit)
3. In advance, find out the destination country's animal health inspection requirements and prepare the required documentation in a timely manner.

After the animal carrier has submitted the required documents at the port of exit, the port will carry out an on-site animal inspection and provide an ' Animal Hygiene Certificate ', which the carrier must use to allow the animal to exit China.

According to the international practice of quarantine, the departure country vet should carry out quarantine procedures in accordance with entry country requirements (try to find these out and inform the port animal inspection team).

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How to Bring Your Pet to China | Expat Guide

In addition my friends' experiences, I’ve shipped my dog (a golden retriever!) from the U.S. to Asia. Hopefully by sharing my own experience, you can get a better understanding of what it takes to ship your pet to China, how much it can cost and what you need to know.

Requirements | Bring Your Pet to China

China, like most other countries, has a number of different requirements in order to import your dog or cat. These requirements include:

Proof of Rabies Vaccination: Your pet should already have this vaccination, but you’ll need proof.
Vet-Approved Health Certificate : We had to get a health certificate for our dog, and that had to be completed no more than a week prior to my dog’s flight.
China Export Documentation: This documentation comes from your home country for importing your dog or cat to China.
Mandatory Quarantine: Unfortunately, your pet will have to spend between 7-30 days in quarantine upon entering China (time dependent on the rabies status of the country from which the pet is imported).

Keep in mind that there are limits on how many pets you can bring. You can only bring one pet per one adult with a work visa, and in most cities like Beijing, you can only register one pet per address. For most animals, the import is considered commercial.

Note that bigger dogs (taller than 14 inches or 35 cm) and 41 specific breeds that are deemed violent are banned from Beijing’s city center. So your golden retriever may be too big to live within the fifth ring road. Bulldogs and other breeds are not allowed at all. Check here for a list of dog breeds that aren’t allowed in Beijing .

Dogs need to be registered in Beijing, as with many other major cities in China. You can register only one dog per household address, so you may need a friend’s address if you have more than one dog. Detailed information about registering your pet in Beijing can be found on the International Center for Veterinary Services in China .

This is China, so regulations seem to change often and even differ by point of entry, so best check with a company that specializes in international pet travel or relocation. In my case, I used a pet relocation service in Texas, U.S.A. (my home city) that helped with all the paperwork. It was more expensive, but it was so much easier.

Consider How to Get Your Pet Back Home

Truth be told, my Australian friend’s next headache will be to get their furry family member back home once his assignment in Beijing is completed. Australia doesn’t consider China a safe country for pets to come from. And for such “unapproved countries” special import requirements apply, including a long quarantine apply.

The important point to note here is that there are special regulations to consider for bringing your pets back home. Here are websites with more info with the following countries:

Bringing a Pet Back to the U.S.
Bringing a Pet Back to Australia
Bringing a Pet Back from the U.K.

Bringing a pet back to Europe is easier. Most European countries require a blood titer test to confirm antibodies against rabies if your pet comes from a high rabies country like China. The test is performed in Switzerland, so a blood sample is sent around the world.

In most cases you’ll find that your pet needs a rabies vaccination, a checkup from a certified China veterinarian, a microchip (which needs to be implanted before the vaccination) and other paperwork. Adhering to the required timeline between vaccination, blood test and travel requires some advance planning, so start your research early to avoid quarantine.

The US requires rabies vaccination and for dogs proof of screwworm treatment when coming from China. Compared to Australia, very straightforward and easy.

So before you decide to bring your dog or cat to China, you need to find out how difficult it will be to bring you pet home, or on to your next assignment, after spending time in China. This will differ for all countries. Of course the same applies for a pet you adopt here.

How Much Does Pet Relocation Cost?

The cost of having your pet come with you to China will vary by type and size of animal, country of origin, use of a professional pet moving company etc.

For example, if you’re shipping a large breed dog to China from the United States using a pet relocation service, you can expect to pay as much as US$5,000. Smaller breeds are obviously cheaper as would be arranging all the shipping/paperwork yourself.

No matter what method or country, you should budget at least a couple thousand dollars to bring your pet to China.

If you are sent to China by your company they will usually pay for relocating your spouse, kids and household items. For pets however, you’ll typically have to pay yourself.

Consider the Costs for You and Your Pet

Given the cost and the stress for the animal and also the quarantine requirements, it only makes sense to bring your furry friend if you are staying in China for a longer period of time. It also matters whether your dog or cat is healthy. Get all the information about importing and exporting your pet before making the decision.

Some pets are skittish and would likely be traumatized by such an international trip. You also need to think about what it will be like to have a pet in China . For example, let’s say you want to get away for a little while to see other parts of Asia. Who is going to watch your pet while you’re gone ?

In some cases, it would be better to leave your dog with friends and family until you return.

I realize that your pet might be a part of your family, and the thought of leaving them behind is crazy. Consider their health, though, and make sure it’s a good idea both for your pocketbook as well as their well-being.

Final Thoughts | Pet Relocation to China

I’ve relocated my pet to Asia and it was worth it for the sake of my wife and kids. My dog survived the trip without any issue and we got through quarantine quickly. I won’t lie, though…it cost me a lot of money .

Hopefully my experience has given you a bit more information and maybe put your mind at ease. It’s possible but there’s definitely a lot of prep work that needs to be done to make it happen.

What is your experience with bringing your pet to China? Please share in the comments so other dog and cat lovers can learn from you!

Ruth moved to Beijing in 2011 with her husband and later started the Beijing Expat Guide. Although she has since left China, she still comes back often to visit friends and fill up on delicious Chinese food.

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Navigating Pet Travel to China: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you considering traveling to China with your furry friend? As an expert in pet travel documentation and exporting to Asia, Pure Paws Veterinary Care is here to guide you through the process so you can be well-prepared and know exactly what to expect.

First and foremost, it’s essential to plan ahead as the process of preparing your pet for travel to China takes some time. Here’s what you need to know:

Vaccination Requirements :

Your pet must have had at least two rabies vaccines in its lifetime, with the most recent one being current at the time of travel.

Microchip :

Your pet must have an ISO compatible (16 digit) microchip for identification. If you don’t have one, you’ll need to purchase and travel with your own microchip scanner.

Rabies Titer Test :

A valid and current rabies titer test (FAVN) is required for travel to China.

Once these requirements are met, paperwork can be completed within 14 days of your departure. Now, let’s break down the timeline:

Visit 1: Examination, 1st rabies vaccine, and microchip placement.
Visit 2: 30 days later, another rabies vaccine, and rabies titer test.
Visit 3: Within 14 days of departure for paperwork.

It’s important to note that the rabies titer test usually takes 2-4 weeks to return from Kansas, with the timeframe subject to change. So, it’s advisable to account for this timing when scheduling appointments and planning your travel.

However, despite careful planning, there are potential challenges you might encounter:

Microchip Issues :

Sometimes, pets may have a microchip listed in their records, but it’s not found during examination. In such cases, placing a second chip is recommended to ensure it scans upon arrival.

Rabies Titer Test Challenges :

Some pets may not pass their rabies titer test after a single rabies vaccine or if significant time has passed since their last vaccine. This could result in repeating the steps of Visit 2, causing delays and additional costs.

Lab Result Delays :

The turnaround time for lab results from Kansas can be delayed due to increased demand, affecting your travel plans. It’s wise to estimate 4-6 weeks for the results to come back to avoid cutting it too close.

Rest assured, Pure Paws Veterinary Care handles these situations regularly and is here to assist you with any questions or concerns that may arise during the planning process. Your pet’s safety and comfort are our top priorities, and we’re dedicated to ensuring a smooth and stress-free travel experience for both you and your beloved companion.

If you have any further questions or need assistance in planning your trip and travel appointments, feel free to reach out to one of our three locations in Hudson Square, Hell’s Kitchen, or Clinton Hill. We’re here to help make your journey to China as smooth as possible!

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How To Move To China With Your Pet: A Step By Step Guide

July 18, 2023.

If you're a pet owner planning to move to China, digging through the internet for the right information on how to relocate your dog or cat to China can be time consuming. As experts in international pet relocation, we've decided to share with you everything you should know about moving to China with your pets, to help ease the process.

In this blog, we will answer all your questions related to pet relocation to China, including what the China import policy is like, what dog breeds are banned in China, how much relocating your pet to China would cost, what to expect on arrival, and more.

Let's dig in!

China Pet Import Policy

How many pets are allowed when moving to china.

To bring pets into China, the PRC Customs and Quarantine Bureau (aka, Customs Bureau) allows pet owners to import one pet per passport holder.

What pets are allowed when relocating to China?

According to the China pet import policy, pets are classified as dogs and cats. Animals other than dogs and cats are known as “exotic species” and include rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, flying squirrels, hedgehogs, turtles, reptiles, birds, etc., and are classified as agricultural imports. Exotic pets do not qualify for import under regulations for dogs and cats. Pet owners should contact a professional pet relocation company for assistance as the import requirements and documentation may be extensive for exotic pets.

Additionally, a number of dog breeds are banned in certain cities in China. Keep reading below to find out whether your furry friend would be allowed to travel to China.

Banned dog breeds in China

Although China does not ban any dog breeds, bigger cities such as Shanghai, Beijing, and Chengdu have some dog breed restrictions.

Dog breeds banned in Shanghai include

Tibetan Mastiff, Mastiff, Rottweiler, Italian Mastiff, Bordeaux Mastiff, Bull Mastiff, Spanish Mastiff, Caucasian Vcharka, Pyrenean Mastiff, Brazil Rockefeller, Dogo Argentina Mastiff, Danish Broholmer and other breeds or hybrids of Mastiff; Beauceron Wolfdog, Kunming wolfdog, China Dog, German Shepherd Dog, English Bulldog, Old English Bulldog, American Bulldog, Japanese Tosa, Bull Terrier, Doberman.

Dog breeds banned in Beijing include

Mastiff, German Pinscher, St. Bernard, Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Bernese mountain dog, Rottweiler, Weimaraner, Setters, Afghan hound, Foxhound, Bloodhound, Irish wolfhound, Saluki, Greyhound, Borzoi, Basenji, Australian shepherd, Belgian shepherd, Bouvier des Flandres, Bearded Collie, Scottish shepherd, German shepherd, Old English sheepdog, British bulldog, Chow chow, Dalmatian, Keeshond, Japanese Akita, Newfoundland Sled dog, Bedlington terrier, Bull terrier, Kerry blue terrier.

Dog breeds banned in Chengdu include

Mastiff, Pit Bull Terriers including American Staffordshire Terriers and Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Akita, Dogo Argentino, German Shepherd, Chinese Chongqing, Borzoi, Newfoundland, Cane Corso, Central Asian Shepherd dog, Great Dane, Dog de Bordeaux, Fila Brasileiro, Irish Wolfhound, Caucasian Shepherd, Kunming Wolfdog, Chinese Dog.

As you may have noticed from the list above, most of these banned dog breeds in China are on the larger side. If you're traveling with a large dog to other cities in China, be sure to consult an expert in pet relocation agent such as ICVS for assistance.

How to bring your pet to China

When should i start preparing to relocate my pet to china.

We recommend all pet owners begin preparing pets for import at least 6-8 months in advance of the arrival date in China.

Under current PRC Customs Bureau regulations, pets entering China are quarantined for 30 days upon arrival, unless they are coming from designated rabies-free countries or areas.

Even though the quarantine could be avoided, the waiting time between each step can be lengthy, and planning far enough in advance will save you from stress.

How much does it cost to relocate a pet to China?

Generally, bringing a pet to China may cost anywhere from USD 1,500 to USD 5,000.

Relocation costs may vary widely across countries and areas so please consult with your local veterinarian or Customs Bureau authorities in the country in which you are based.

Additionally, other fees such as flight ticket prices and pet allowance fees will also vary from one airline to another.

How to relocate your pet to China and avoid quarantine

The requirements for pets to meet the PRC pet import quarantine waiver include

Step 1: Microchip insertion with EU ISO 11784/11785 microchip (record of the microchip insertion date or scan date should be provided)

Step 2: Official record of TWO rabies vaccinations after the microchipping date. Most recent rabies vaccination must be within the validity period for import and given at least 30 days before the blood draw date for the rabies antibody titre test.

Step 3: International travel health certificate from your originating country/area endorsed by an official government veterinarian (certificate must be valid within 14 days of arrival date)

Step 4: Official Rabies antibody titre test performed by an OIE laboratory approved by China’s Customs and Quarantine Bureau. Blood draw may be taken on the same day as the second (most recent) rabies vaccination, as long as the second rabies vaccination is given at least 30-days after the first rabies vaccination, and is still valid at the time of blood draw

Only certain OIE laboratories are approved by China to perform the rabies antibody titre test for import.

Please contact ICVS for more information on authorized laboratories and preparing your pet for import to China.

How to bring your pet to China from countries/areas designated as rabies-free

Step 1: Microchip insertion with EU ISO 11784/11785 microchip

Step 2: Official certificate of rabies vaccination after the microchipping date (vaccination must be given at least 30-days before arrival date and not more than 12 months before arrival date)

Step 4: You must be able to prove that your pet has continuously resided in a rabies free country/area for at least 6-months prior to entering China. This is to verify your pet is originating from a rabies free country/area and not just transiting through that country

Step 5: Rabies antibody titre test is not required if the pet has resided continuously in a designated rabies-free country/area for at least six months before coming to China.

PRC Customs Bureau’s list of designated rabies-free countries/areas

• New Zealand • Australia • Fiji • French Polynesia • Hawaii • Guam • Jamaica • Iceland • the United Kingdom • Ireland • Liechtenstein • Cyprus • Portugal • Sweden • Switzerland • Japan • Singapore • Hong Kong • Macao

Additional vaccines and parasite prevention

All dogs are recommended to be fully vaccinated and up-to-date on canine distemper and kennel cough (bordetella) vaccinations.

All cats are recommended to be fully vaccinated and up-to-date on feline distemper vaccinations.

Dogs and cats should be up-to-date on internal deworming and current on external flea/tick preventives (within 30 days of arrival date).

Finding flights to bring a pet to China

1-arrival city in china (port of entry).

We strongly recommend flying your pet into Beijing or Shanghai directly as the worst-case scenario is your pet is quarantined for 30-days. Beijing and Shanghai have quarantine kennels. Other cities (e.g., Chongqing, Chengdu, Tianjin, Qingdao, Guangzhou, etc.) do not have quarantine kennels and are not approved ports of entry for dogs and cats requiring quarantine kenneling.

Animals that do not meet quarantine waiver requirements arriving in cities without quarantine kennels will be turned back and in the worst case, the animal may be euthanized if flying back out is not possible.

2-Recommended airlines

Pet-friendly airlines may include:

• United Airlines • Delta • Air Canada • Air France • British Airways • KLM • LOT • Lufthansa • Emirates • Swiss Air • Turkish Airlines • Thai Airways • Singapore Airlines • Air China • ANA • Asiana • Korean Air • Malaysia Airlines

This list is not exhaustive. Pet transport policies may change at any time. Please contact each airline directly to confirm pet transport policies.

3- Tips for booking pet-friendly flights to China

• Book directly with the airline to confirm pet travel spaces

• Intermediate ticket sales agents may not have the latest information for pet transport policy changes, change in aircraft model which may affect pet travel as excess checked baggage, and seasonal policy changes (e.g., summer or winter blackout periods for pets as checked baggage)

• Obtain written confirmation from the airline for your pet’s travel space

• Confirm the size, design, and weight of the pet’s soft-carrier or air crate with the airline directly

• Book the pet transport with one airline all the way through, even if transiting. Code share flights often encounter different pet transport policies among different air carriers which may be conflicting.

4-How do pets travel on the plane?

Pets may enter China as hand-carry baggage into the cabin of airplanes or as excess checked baggage or shipped as unaccompanied live animal air cargo (e.g., manifest air cargo).

Manifest air cargo shipping requires using a registered air cargo agent to book commercial air cargo space with airlines.

Pet transport policies vary from one airline to another, and airfares will also vary widely due to seasonal pricing, spaces available for pet transport, the size of pets and air crates, and manifest air cargo shipping rates. Please consult your airline to confirm directly.

Learn more about the modes of air transport for pets on ICVS’ official WeChat

Please see the information on the ICVS website for Tips For Safe Air Travel With Pets

Tips for checking in at the airport when bringing your pet to China

• Arrive at least 3-4 hours before the flight time (confirm with the airline when you should arrive for pet check-in)

• Checking in with pets will always take longer due to travel document inspection, weighing the carriers/crates and paying excess baggage fees

• Bring an extra dog leash in your backpack or hand-carry bag in case you need to take your dog out of the carrier or have an opportunity to walk your dog one last time before check-in

• Cats traveling in-cabin will need to pass through x-rays at security check. Using a cat harness helps prevent cats from running loose if they are taken out of the soft carrier before going through x-rays

• Prepare payment for your pet as excess hand-carry or checked baggage as required by the airline (e.g., cash, credit card, debit card, online payment apps, etc.). Not all airlines accept all forms of payment.

What to expect on arrival？

1-customs clearance in china.

• Customs Bureau officials must approve your pet for import after arrival

• China Customs Bureau does not require a pet import permit

• Pet owners must bring all original copies of the required vaccination and microchipping certificates, rabies antibody titre test reports and health certificates issued by the authorized veterinarian (or government-designated facility) in your originating country

• You may need to fill out a form after arrival with pet’s vaccination, microchip, and rabies antibody titre test information.

• Once documents are inspected and approved, your pet is cleared to enter China and can leave the arrival terminal

2-Quarantine

• If your pet does not meet the requirements for quarantine waiver, your pet must quarantine for 30 days at the government operated kennels available in Beijing or Shanghai

• If you are not certain that your pet may receive quarantine waiver, please fly into Beijing or Shanghai which have government-operated quarantine kennels

• Officially designated quarantine kennels are not available except in Beijing and Shanghai

• If you fly into other cities and your pet does not qualify for quarantine waiver, you will need to take your pet overseas.

3-Dog registration

• Dogs must be registered at the local Public Security Bureau (police station) that oversees your residential area

• Dog registration renewal must be completed annually at the police station

• Most cities have size restrictions for dogs and may only allow one dog to be registered to each household address

• Policies and enforcement may vary by city

• The local police station that oversees your residential address will have the final say on dog registration requirements and approving dogs for registration

• Beijing dog registration regulations are available on the ICVS website

Cats are not required to be registered upon arrival in China.

Departing from China with Pets:

• You may take your pet out of China if your pet meets PRC Customs Bureau requirements for export

• An international travel health certificate and exit permit from the PRC Customs Bureau is required to export pets

• It is never too early to begin export preparation even if you do not have a departure date or a confirmed destination country

• China is a rabies endemic country so fulfilling requirements for pets traveling overseas may take at least 6-8 months or more, depending on the destination country

• Keep your pet’s vaccinations up to date and unexpired

• China does not recognize 3-year vaccinations from other countries

• Pets must be vaccinated annually at officially designated animal rabies website vaccination hospitals. Please see the ICVS website for more information on officially designated animal rabies vaccination hospitals in China

Click here to register for the ICVS free online information sessions on Departing from China with Pets , hosted every weekend in English and Chinese.

Taking pets with you is very manageable with accurate information, sufficient time, and a budget to cover relocation expenses. It is never too early to prepare your pets for import to China, and having them microchipped, fully vaccinated and up to date on parasite prevention goes a long way in ensuring your pets are departure ready.

About the Guest Author

ICVS or the International Center for Veterinary Services is a full-service international animal hospital. Please contact ICVS for any questions regarding pet import and export to and from China.

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This package contains information and detailed step by step instructions on importing your dog or cat to China from any country without quarantine . If your pet is not traveling to China, then you can find pet passport information for another country by clicking here .

Carefully following these instructions will make clearing customs easier and quicker. The instructions will also help to avoid having your pet denied entry, put into quarantine or returned to your country of origin.

The Pet Passport Store has been a trusted and reliable source of information and products for traveling pet owners for over 14 years. The information we provide in our passports is always the most current and accurate available. We have done the research for you.

What You Get:

D etailed instructions to import your dog or cat to China from any country without quarantine
Instructions to Avoid Quarantine
Required Vaccinations
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Approved Laboratories
Microchip Information
Inoculation Record Instructions
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FREE unlimited email support both for you and your veterinarian, should either of you have any questions.

Also included at no additional cost are forms for your pet to enter China:

Veterinary Health Certificate for China
Airline Health Certificate
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Microchip Certificate
Inoculation Record - keep all your pet's vaccinations in one place for easy customs clearance
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The collection of documents mentioned above will comprise the pet passport for your dog or cat to enter China.

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Email - faster delivery - multiple copies can be printed if you traveling with more than one pet. First Class Mail - we print instructions and forms and mail to you. There is a cost for printing and postage with this option.

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Is your pet microchipped? To avoid quarantine in China, your dog or cat must be microchipped. Click here for ISO 11784/11785 compliant pet microchips.

It is our objective to prepare the traveling pet owner for all entry requirements that may arise as a result of traveling by air, sea or ground. Enforcement may not be consistent in every country or on every airline, and having proper documentation will better ensure that no problems will arise during your travels.

If you purchase our instructions and forms prior to 30 days before you travel, please check back with us to make sure there have been no changes in the rules or forms required to take your pet to China. All updated instructions and forms are provided by email free of charge.

We cannot offer refunds on pet passport packages unless there is a problem with the information or forms provided.

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Pet transportation is limited to domestic dogs and cats. Cats and dogs that are aggressive and may injure people, as well as pure and mixed cat and dog breeds with short snouts that are prone to breathing problems, are not accepted for transport.

including but not limited to: Terriers (e.g. Schnauzer, Boston Terrier), Boxers, Bulldogs, and Spaniels, mastiffs, pugs, mastiffs, American Staffordshire terriers, American pit bull terriers, English cocker spaniels, English toy spaniels, King Charles spaniels, bullmastiffs, Affenpinschers, Lhasa apsos, Pekingese, Chow Chows, Japanese chins, shar-peis, shih tzus, pit bulls, Japanese mastiffs (including Tosa-Inus), Brazilian mastiffs, Dogo Argentinos, Burmese cats, Himalayan cats, Persian cats, exotic shorthair cats (such as 'Garfield'), etc.

Cats and dogs that are pregnant, less than 8 weeks old, nursing, have given birth within 7 days or are sick will not be accepted for carriage.

1. Eligible flights

Pet transportation service for Air China-coded point-to-point flights (including layovers) operated by Air China, as well as flights with domestic–domestic or domestic–international transits to connecting flights and transit times of at least 2.5 hours at Beijing Capital Airport, Shanghai Pudong Airport, or Chengdu Tianfu/Shuangliu Airport, can be booked via the Air China website or app. If your transit time is longer than 4 hours, you must claim your pet at the transit airport and take care of them yourself before checking them in for onward transport.

If the destination airport of the first flight segment is not the same as the departure airport of the subsequent flight segment, you must claim your pet at the destination airport of your first flight segment, take it to the departure airport of the second flight segment, and check your pet in for transportation again.

The pet transportation service for transit and connecting flights must be booked separately for each flight segment.

2. Eligible aircraft

pets carried as checked baggage must be loaded into cargo compartments equipped with an oxygen supply. The cargo compartments on some models of Air China aircraft A319 / A320 / 737-8MAX / ARJ21-700 are not equipped with oxygen supplies and are unable to transport pets.

At least two hours prior to the flight's scheduled departure time.

If you are taking a domestic flight, you must be able to produce a quarantine certificate for your pet issued by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ)

If you are taking an international or regional flight, in addition to producing a quarantine certificate for your pet issued by the AQSIQ, you must also ensure that you satisfy the requirements relating to the transportation of pets for the countries you are entering/exiting or transiting.

Quarantine requirements for small animals entering China

In accordance with Announcement No. 5 [2019] of the General Administration of Customs of China, "Announcement on Further Regulating the Quarantine Supervision of Pets Brought into China," Air China would like to remind you of the new quarantine requirements for pets entering the country through airports:

(1) Only dogs or cats (including service dogs for disabled persons) may be brought into the country and only one pet is permitted per person.

(2) For all pets brought into the country, China Customs must be provided with valid quarantine certificates and valid rabies vaccination certificates issued by the official animal quarantine agency of the country or region from which the pet is being exported.

(3) Pets must have electronic chips that conform to ISO 11784 and ISO 11785 international standards. The 15-digit microchip code may only consist of numbers and must be capable of being read by a reader. If the chip does not meet these standards, you should provide your own reader that is capable of reading the implanted chip.

(4) Pets entering the country shall undergo quarantine for 30 days at a quarantine facility designated by China Customs, except for pets exempt from quarantine in the following circumstances:

a. Pets brought into the country from one of the following 19 designated countries or territories: New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, French Polynesia, Hawaii (United States), Guam (United States), Jamaica, Iceland, United Kingdom, Ireland, Liechtenstein, Cyprus, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong (China) or Macau (China) that have valid electronic chips and pass on-site quarantine.

b. Pets from non-designated countries or territories (i.e. all countries and territories other than designated countries or territories) that have electronic chips, pass on-site quarantine and for which a rabies antibody test report issued by an approved laboratory can be provided (antibody titer or immune antibody level must be above 0.5 IU/ml).

c. Guide dogs, hearing dogs or search and rescue dogs that have valid electronic chips, pass on-site quarantine and for which the person bringing the pet is able to provide relevant user certificates and professional training certificates.

(6) Air China shall not be held liable if a pet is repatriated or destroyed within a certain period of time by Customs due to the pet having entered the country other than in accordance with the above regulations.

(7) For all other specific quarantine requirements, please visit the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China (http://www.customs.gov.cn) and consult Announcement No. 5 [2019], "Announcement on Further Regulating the Quarantine Supervision of Pets Brought into China."

Only one pet may be checked in per passenger.

The weight of each pet shall not exceed 32 kg (including the weight of the pet container and the food and water within).

You must prepare a travel carrier for your pet which meets airline requirements (Figure 1) and secure it appropriately (Figure 2).

If you are using an air travel-approved pet carrier with a detachable roof, the locking latches must be intact, with no missing nuts, bolts or locks. Doors must be sealed via an additional, external locking method, but this external locking method must not cause any harm to the pet (Figure 2)

Figure 1–Front

Figure 1–Back

Air China cannot accept travel carriers that fail to meet air travel requirements. In particular, travel carriers must NOT have the following features:

① Fiberglass or hard plastic doors;

② Ventilation holes large enough for the animal's paws or nose to fit through;

③ Additional doors on the roof or ventilation holes on the bottom end of the side walls.

④ Openings and ventilation holes on either side of the container adjacent from the door have not been covered with wire mesh.

Diagram for reference only

A. Dimensions

You must contact Air China in advance to confirm whether the dimensions of the carrier meet aircraft requirements in terms of the aircraft's door dimensions and hold capacity.

The dimensions of the carrier must also enable the pet to stand, turn around or lie down in a natural position.

Air travel-approved pet carriers:

Length: No shorter than animal's body length + 1/2 the length of animal's forelimb.

Width: If used to transport one animal only, the width of the carrier should be twice the animal's width across the shoulders.

Containers height= height of animal in natural standing position for top of head or ear tip, whichever is higher.

B. Materials

Materials are limited to fiberglass, metal, rigid plastic, welded mesh and hardwood only. Containers comprised entirely of welded mesh or wire solder are not suitable for air transportation.

C. Ventilation holes

Ventilation holes are to be located within the upper third of the walls on three sides of the container (excluding the container door). ventilation holes must occupy at least 16% of the surface area of the four container walls. Additional holes may be placed on the top or on the sides of the container for increased ventilation as required. All openings should be covered with a wire mesh in order to prevent the animal from extending its paws or nose outside of the container.

A door should be located at one end of the container and make up one side of the container itself. The door must be equipped with a sliding chain or hinge as a locking device. Doors must be made from welded metal that is strong enough to withstand it being bent or damaged by the pet. Doors on rigid plastic containers should have protuberances of at least 1.6 cm in size at the top and bottom so that hinges and locking pins can be fitted.

On either side of the container door, spacer bars or handles should be fitted along the middle of the outer walls of both sides of the container to facilitate handling and shield the container from other baggage.

The floor of the carrier must be solid in order to prevent the seepage of feces and urine. Absorbent bedding should also be provided to prevent leakage (straw cannot be used as bedding).

The shipper must ensure that the roof of the container is solid. Ventilation holes may be placed across the entire surface of the roof providing that these holes do not reduce the integrity and stability of the roof itself.

G. Food and water containers

The pet container must have a fixed water container that allows for water to be added to it without opening the pet container itself.

Feed containers must be fixed inside the pet container or attached to the pet container itself. Food may be attached to the pet container for use in the event of flight delays.

Pet transportation services are charged according to the special baggage fee schedule and must be paid on the spot at check-in. Please see Fee Schedules for Excess Special Baggage.

If you need to change your flight or service booking, you should cancel the previous service booking before making another.

Passengers who have booked the pet transportation service must personally check their pets in at the airport no later than 120 minutes before the flight's departure.

In order to transport my pet, I declare the following: I agree to follow procedures according to the above terms. If I fail to comply with the terms above, I agree to forgo pet transportation or take a different flight.

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Before traveling with pets, travelers must contact our booking department to confirm transportation terms at least 48 hours before the flight departure time. Travelers must also download two copies of the same Passenger's Declaration for Live Animals (Baggage) , and submit one copy when checking in the pet at the check-in counter, and affix the other copy to the pet container. Pet transport services will not be accommodated without prior application.
Transporting pets as baggage is a service that is only available for household cats, dogs (Including Psychiatric Assistance dogs for specific routes) and only available on flights directly operated by China Airlines and Mandarin Airlines, this service is not applicable if the passenger’s itinerary includes connection with interline segments.
Pets must be placed in appropriate containers and transported in the cargo hold as checked baggage. Due to cargo hold temperature control considerations, we do not accept pets as checked baggage on our B738 aircrafts.
Each flight can check in the maximum of 8 cages, and each passenger who occupies the seat (including children and infants who occupy the seat) can check in the maximum of 2 cages. Please also note that if arrival/transit countries have the restrictions such as the limited amount of pets can be carried, please mainly follow the regulations in such countries. Some countries have special regulations and require pets to be shipped as cargo.
One pet per container.
The different weight restrictions may be imposed on AVIH based on local airport authorities’ restrictions taking into account carrying facilities or capacity limitations at various airports. If the combined weight of your pet and the pet container exceeds the limits of departure/transit/destination restrictions. Due to the aforementioned factors, it may not be accommodated. Please be sure to contact our booking department in advance.
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Passengers who intend to travel with live dogs into USA (including Hawaii and Guam) must follow the requirements and regulations announced by U.S. CDC (Centers of Disease Control and Prevention), please refer to the following website for more details. (Beginning July 14, 2021, there is a temporary suspension for dogs entering the USA from high-risk rabies countries. Please visit the following website for the full list of requirements and exemptions.
We do not transport newborn (less than ten weeks old) dogs and cats
Pets that have a strong odor can not be accepted either as checked baggage or cabin baggage.
Pregnant pet has not been pregnant for more than 40 days.
Pet may not be accepted for air travelling within 7 days after giving birth.
In order for airport personnel to have ample time to make arrangements, please arrive at the airport 2 hours before your flight with your pet and check in.

Air Travel Pet Container Regulations

The pet container must be of rigid plastic material as per IATA regulations, with only one door for the pet(s) to enter/exit, and can prevent the pet(s) from escaping or the claws from being exposed.
The container must be able to allow the pet(s) to stand, lie down and turn in a natural manner. The pet(s) must be able to stand up without touching the roof.
Types of Air Travel Pet Containers:
Measurement Definition A = Length of your pet from tip of nose to base/root of tail. B = Height of your pet's fore limbs from the ground to the elbow. C = Width across your pet's shoulders. D = Height of pet in natural standing position from top of the head or the ear tip to the ground (whichever is higher).
Pet Container Size Dimension Requirements Container length = A + 1/2(B). Container width = C x 2. Container height = D.

As the checked pet normally will be loaded in the aircraft bulk cargo compartment during air transporting, the measurements on both height and width of the pet container will be limited as below: Max. external height of the pet container: 70CM Max. external width of the pet container: 90CM

Special Restrictions

Pit Bull Terrier (including: American Pit Bull Terrier, American Pit Bull, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier)
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Transportation time (total travel time, including time on the ground during transfers) may not exceed six hours.
Stations enroute within total transportation time under six hours that comply with standard transportation temperature restrictions are facilities that may handle the transportation of short-nosed dogs and cats as checked baggage. Other facilities may not handle the transportation of such pets as checked baggage.
Allowed Regions: Taiwan, Northeast Asia, China/Hong Kong, not allowed in other regions.
Allowed Months: January, February, March and December.
The container must be one size larger than the regular size. All four sides of the container must have good ventilation.
Start letting your pet stay in the pet container several days before your trip to get your pets accustomed to the container.
No food may be placed in the container during transport. Water is allowed.

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Passengers carrying pets as checked baggage should contact China Airlines in advance. Pets and pet containers may not be included in the free baggage allowance.
Fees for transporting pets is determined by weight, including the weight of both the pet(s) and the container and following fixed rates are set for pets under 32KG.
Weight > 32kg : Double fixed rate should be applied
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This article originally appeared in 2015. It was updated and re-written in February 2020. Time's up! You've had your year or decade or lifetime in China and now it's time to go somewhere else. But along the way, you've picked up a little friend and you want Squirt or Pepper or Wooks to go with you to your next stop. (Assuming Squirt, Pepper or Wooks are cats or dogs. Rabbits, hamsters and chinchillas may qualify for special export permits, but these are new and it's not possible to DIY. Find a transport agent to help you out.) So, how do you get your pet out of China? Keep in mind this is actually a two-part question: how do you get your pet OUT of China; and how do you get your pet INTO your end destination? This article only deals with the first part — getting your pet out of China. To answer the second half of the question, you'll need to research the specific requirements of the country or region you'll be traveling to. To break down the advice into easy steps and confirm the process for 2020, we spoke with Lee-Anne Armstrong, the Executive Director for Second Chance Animal Aid Shanghai, which maintains a helpful webpage with much of this information .

Step 1: Get a Rabies Shot and Microchip

Take your dog or cat to get a rabies vaccination and a microchip. This can be done at any of the branches of the official government pet hospital Shenpu Pet Hospital (370rmb for both cats and dogs; you'll be hearing a lot about this hospital). Once you've done this visit, the rabies shot is valid for one year, and the following steps can be taken anytime within that year.

Step 2: Wait 30 Days

There is a 30-day waiting period for all pets for all countries after the first step of rabies vaccination and microchip. For dogs, SCAA highly recommends a second rabies vaccine for large dogs, as they are aware of several instances of large dogs with only the single rabies vaccine failing the blood titre test (coming up next), which adds cost and time to the process.

Step 3 For Many Countries: Rabies Titre Test

For pets headed to the EU, Singapore, Japan, UAE and some other countries, they will require a rabies blood test. This can be done at Shenpu Pet Hospital (2,800rmb) or PAW (2,000-3,000rmb depending on country and the lab it must be sent to). Your own vet may also be able to do this; ask them if they offer the test. Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Thailand, and Russia do not require pets from mainland China to have this test. After the blood test, there is a three-month waiting period.

Step 4: Book Your Flight

Airline policy varies for pets and how they can fly, ie., in the cabin with you (relatively inexpensive), as excess baggage (still reasonable) or in manifest cargo (thousands of dollars), what the weight limit is, etc. SCAA warns against US-based airlines as being particularly pet-unfriendly and suggests ANA, Air Canada, China Eastern, EVA Airlines, Lufthansa and KLM instead.

Step 5: Health Check Seven Days Before the Flight

Exactly seven days before your scheduled flight, you must take your pet for a health check (700-800rmb) at the Xujiahui Lu branch of Shenpu Pet Hospital , the government veterinary clinic. Bring your Shenpu vaccination book, your rabies titre test result (if required), your passport and your flight details. They will give you a receipt to pick up your export certificate from the Customs Bureau two to three days before the flight.

For Dogs: Since March 2020, Shanghai Customs will only issue an Animal Health Certificate for pet export for dogs with a Shanghai dog license ( read about how to register your dog in Shanghai here ). Shanghai has a one-dog-per-household registration rule. Owners traveling with more than one dog may get an export permit with a consent letter from the dog's registered owner. There is a simple form letter for this purpose to be presented at the pre-flight health check.

Step 6: Pick Up Your Export Certificate Three Days Before the Flight

Go to the Huangpu Customs Bureau, as listed on the receipt from Shenpu Pet Hospital, to pick up your export certificate. Bring your passport. It used to be at 13 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu on the Bund but has since moved to Lan Sheng Tower (兰生大厦, click here for details ). The certificate is valid for 14 days from the date of issue. Regular hours are weekdays from 9-11am and 2-4pm.

I've heard that it's one pet per passenger/passport when leaving China. Is this true?

Lee-Anne Armstrong: There is no universal "1 pet per passport" rule. The number of pets an individual passenger can add to their flight ticket depends on their airline (e.g. China Eastern policy), destination import rules, and the pet's mode of transport (in the cabin, as excess baggage, or as manifest cargo). In the cabin, a passenger may bring only one small pet, and the number of pets in a cabin is limited. Owners of multiple pets should be especially careful about researching and seeking feedback on airline options before booking their own ticket.

How much will it cost?

Lee-Anne Armstrong: Airline fees for pets range widely depending on the type of transport. For in the cabin, fees are generally in the 100-175usd range. For excess baggage (not an option on U.S. carriers) costs can vary depending on size of crate and are around 200-400usd. Manifest cargo is a special category of pet transport where a pet agent is needed for Customs clearance. Cargo is very expensive — thousands of dollars — and the only way pets travel in the hold on Delta and United. See here for Delta information , here for Korean Air's pet policy and here for KLM .

I've heard airlines have blackout dates for pets because it's too hot or too cold for them. True?

Lee-Anne Armstrong: Chinese airlines have hot and cold weather bans for their excess baggage transport. They do not offer an in-cabin option. Air Canada has similar hot and cold weather restrictions for excess baggage transport, while in-cabin and manifest cargo moves remain available.

What restrictions are there on the pets?

This is not true for all airlines, but as an example, these are Delta's requirements . "Small dogs, cats and household birds can travel in the cabin for a one-way fee, collected at check-in. They must be able to fit in a small, ventilated pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. Pets in cabin kennels will count as your one carry-on item. In addition to the kennel, you are permitted to bring one personal item onboard the aircraft. For some countries, they may only be shipped as cargo. Your pet must be 16 weeks old if traveling to the U.S. from other countries and must be at least 15 weeks old for European Union travel. Effective October 1, 2016, Delta and Delta Cargo will no longer accept warm blooded animals on flights with an average flight time of greater than 12 hours." Lee-Anne Armstrong: It can be a problem for people in China who only check airline websites or call their overseas hotlines. Staff are often unaware of what restrictions apply. It's definitely best to check with your airline's China office directly. Also, note that birds cannot be exported from China.

Are there restrictions on certain breeds?

Yes. Among other restrictions, Brachycephalic breeds are typically prohibited from flying on airlines. That includes: Dogs : Affenpinscher, American Bully, Boston Terrier, Boxer, Brussels Griffon, Bulldog, Cane Corso, Chihuahua, Chow Chow, Dogo Argentino, Dogue de Bordeaux, English Toy Spaniel (King Charles Spaniel), Japanese Chin, Lhasa Apso, Newfoundland, Pekingese, Pug, Shar Pei, Shih Tzu, Tibetan Spaniel Cats : British Shorthair, Burmese, Exotic, Himalayan, Persian, Scottish Fold

Do I have to go to Shenpu Pet Hospital?

Lee-Anne Armstrong: The only authorized clinic to get your cat or dog a microchip and rabies vaccination for export is the Shenpu group of clinics. For the microchip and rabies vaccination, any of the Shenpu Pet Hospital locations can help and most have long hours. But for the 7 day pre-flight exam, pets must go to the Shenpu Xujiahui Lu branch and preferably during daytime office hours.

Do I have to do this on my own?

You don't have to but you can. Unless your destination or airline requires pets travel as manifest cargo using an agent or owners plan to fly separately from their pet. IPATA, the International Pet and Animal Transportation Association , has a useful online list of member companies to search.

Where can I get more information?

See SCAA's detailed information about in-cabin transport, excess baggage transport and cargo transport here , as well as special requirements for the U.K..

Pet Relocation Agents

For pet transport, there's a wide variety of people out there calling themselves agents. Second Chance Animal Aid suggests owners start a search for pet relocation agents first through personal recommendations if friends have used an agent and are happy with their service, getting pets home safely and comfortably. A good starting point is the International Pet and Animal Transport Association (IPATA) . IPATA is a non-profit trade association whose members are dedicated to providing the highest professional pet moving services. Some IPATA-member pet transport agents, whose business focus is purely on domestic and international pet moves, that SCAA is familiar with from our adopters' good experience include:

Globy Pet Relocation Shanghai/Beijing/Guangzhou http://www.globypetrelo.com
Kevin Home Express Shanghai and Beijing http://www.kevinhomeexpress.com
Shanghai M&D Pet Service http://www.mdpet.com.cn --- With so many changes announced so frequently over the past year, pet owners should use travel advice and experiences as a good starting reference, and double check policies are current.

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Name: Vicki Number of Pets: One Pet Type: Dog Pet Breed: Mix From: China To: Kansas, USA

Dear PetRelocation,

My husband is working in Handan, China, and he found a stray puppy that needed medical treatment and wants to bring it back home to join our family.

The puppy was taken to a vet and was malnourished with a severe eye infection. She was treated for 5 days and was picked up yesterday. He is currently keeping her at the office with him.

Could you please tell us exactly where to get information on what needs to be done for him to bring this dog home? The vet is planning to give the first set of vaccines next week. Still, I read somewhere that vaccines were not supposed to be given by a privately owned veterinarian in China to be able to be transported internationally.

Thanks for the question; we also applaud your kind-hearted plans!

Please take a look at the pet import requirements for the United States for an outline of what you'll need to do. The good news is that the United States has pretty simple requirements -- the dog will need proof of an updated rabies vaccine and a health certificate stating she is healthy and fit to fly (the airline requires this, and it should be issued within 10 days of departure).

Starting from March 1, 2023, new documentation requirements apply to dogs imported from high-risk rabies countries. Additionally, the CDC's temporary suspension for dogs entering the United States from high-risk countries for dog rabies has been extended through July 31, 2023. Review the CDC and USDA websites for the most current pet travel requirements.

You can take a look at the USDA website for more details or give our office a call if you're concerned that your vet is not properly certified -- since China is listed as a country affected by screwworm, you'll also need to show proof (using the vet's signature) that your dog has been inspected and found to be free of the condition.

Hope this helps... Please contact us if you have further questions, and good luck with your new dog!

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Flying with pets? Here's what to know.

By Anne Marie Lee

Edited By Alain Sherter

Updated on: April 6, 2024 / 10:08 AM EDT / CBS News

Thinking of taking your dog or cat with you the next time you fly? For a growing percentage of the 90.5 million pet owners in the U.S., the answer is yes. But while the notion of boarding a plane with your pet may seem simple, the rules and restrictions around traveling with an animal can be confusing.

Eight major U.S. airlines allow pets to fly in-cabin as carry-ons. But flying with your pet takes research and planning, as pet policies vary from airline to airline, are steeped in restrictions, and are limited to specific countries and cities. You'll also have to pay an extra fee for your pet ranging from $95 to $200, depending on the airline and where you're flying. And restrictions often change.

For example, American Airlines recently revised its policies so passengers flying with pets may also bring one full-size carry-on or personal item. But the carrier prohibits carry-on pets on transatlantic and transpacific flights. Here's what you need to know when considering taking your fur baby with you on a plane.

Cargo, check-in or carry-on?

Most airlines offer three options for transporting animals: cargo, check-in or carry-on. But if your pet is larger than a bread box, your options are limited to the cargo or baggage check-in options, with very few exceptions.

Given that large canine breeds such as Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds and Golden Retrievers are among the most popular dogs in the country, the size restriction for in-cabin pet travel can be a major frustration for those who would rather not fly at all if that means putting their pet in cargo.

A 2023 Forbes Adviser survey of 10,000 U.S. dog owners found that 33% of respondents fly with their pets, while 37% listed not being able to bring their dog on a plane as their biggest annoyance. (You can learn more about the differences between cargo, check-in and carry-on options here , including warnings about the dangers involved when pets travel in the cargo hold.)

Carry-on pets

Even for pet owners whose animals are small enough to fly as a carry-on, traveling is no breeze.

"When I fly with him I have to go to the desk," Margaret Rauch, 44, told CBS MoneyWatch, referring to her 15-pound poodle mix, Soda. The New York City resident has taken Soda on dozens of flights to St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, where Soda, now 4, was being fostered by a friend after being found as a stray puppy in 2021.

In addition to calling the airline in advance to register her dog for a flight, Rauch has to check in at the counter whenever she's traveling with Soda, so the airline agent can confirm her dog and pet carrier conform to the in-cabin pet requirements and that the flight hasn't already met its pet maximum.

Rauch, who said she would never consider putting Soda in cargo, applauded American Airlines' new policy, while noting that in her experience the one carry-on rule was rarely enforced.

"I feel the price is already high for what I get. Even with AA's rule change, I lose the underseat space," she said. "My dog creates no extra work for anyone."

Despite the added preparation, paperwork and hassle involved in flying with Soda — not to mention the unfriendly looks she occasionally detects from fellow passengers at the sight of her pet carrier — Rauch said, "It's absolutely worth it."

Asked how the experience could be improved, she pointed to early boarding for pet owners as something that would help.

"If you can get in early, get a seat and settle down, that is an accommodation I don't expect to see anytime soon but I think it makes sense," Rauch said.

Safety and comfort

For the many Americans who see their pets practically as family members, one of the most challenging aspects of flying is ensuring their animal's comfort and safety.

"The increasing humanization of pets, which involves treating them as part of the family rather than as mere animals, has increased the demand for pet travel services that are of high quality and can be customized to meet the specific needs of each pet," LinkedIn reported in December.

Among other tips, the U.S. Department of Transportation and animal experts recommend that you not feed your pet four to six hours before a flight and limit their water intake. Others also suggest keeping bottled water on hand at all times. Additionally, most airlines require certain vaccination and vet certification that your pet is healthy enough to fly. Individual countries also have their own requirements for pets to enter.

Not surprisingly, some airlines do better than others at handling pets. One of the best-rated carriers for pet travel is Alaska Airlines, which has repeatedly topped rankings, such as NerdWallet's Most pet-friendly airlines of 2024. In recent years, the airline also has maintained one of the industry's lowest incident ratings, according to Veterinarians.org. United Airlines and Delta are among the airlines with the highest incident rates, according to the pet information website.

On Rauch's first plane trip with Soda traveling home to New York, a layover in Miami led to the flight sitting on the tarmac for two hours. Calming treats are something that helps keeps her dog relaxed on flights. She also withholds Soda's food and limits his water intake up to five hours before a flight, which is also helpful given that he doesn't like using pet relief areas, which she said generally smell of urine and can be overwhelming for dogs. Flights between New York City and St. Croix are generally under six hours.

"I'm not sure how I'd handle a flight to Singapore," Rauch said.

Here's a rundown of U.S. airlines' pet travel policies, along with fees and and restrictions:

Alaska Airlines

Pet fee: $100

Pets allowed: Dogs and cats are the only pets allowed in-cabin on international trips and flights to Hawaii. Domesticated rabbits and small household birds are allowed as carry-on on domestic flights.

Destinations: Domestic and international, with additional requirements and documentation required for pets traveling to Hawaii or internationally .

See Alaska's full pet policy here .

American Airlines

Pet fee: $150

Pets allowed: Dogs, cats

Destinations:

Within the 48 contiguous U.S.
The U.S. and Canada*
Puerto Rico

*Additional special restrictions may apply. See American's full pet policy here .

Pet fee: $75-$200, depending on destination

Pets allowed: Dogs, cats, household birds

Pet friendly destinations:

U.S., Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico
International destinations with the exception of Australia, U.K., Republic of Ireland and others .

Pets are not permitted on flights to Hawaii. See Delta's full pet policy here .

Frontier Airlines

Pet fee: $99

Pets allowed: Dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters and household birds

Destinations: Domestic flights and international flights to and from the Dominican Republic and Mexico.

See Frontier's full pet policy here .

Pet fee: $125

Destinations: Domestic and international. See exceptions for international flights here .

See JetBlue's full pet policy here .

Southwest Airlines

Pet fee: $125 per pet carrier on the U.S. mainland; $35 per pet carrier between Hawaiian Islands

Destinations: Domestic U.S. flights only. For travel to Puerto Rico, specific requirements may apply . For Hawaii travel, see rules and regulations here.

See Southwest's full pet policy here .

Spirit Airlines

Pets allowed: Dogs, cats, birds (with the exception of flights to or from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands) or rabbits (with the exception of flights to or from Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands).

Destinations: Domestic flights including Puerto Rico and St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

See Spirit's full pet policy here .

United Airlines

Destinations: Domestic and international flights with a list of exceptions. United does not allow pets to fly to, from or through certain states and countries. View the list here .

See United's full pet policy here .

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