July 25, 2024 (updated)

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced July 22 that it has substantially revised its new rule on dog importation to the U.S. as it relates to dogs from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. The new importation requirements, which will take effect August 1, are meant to prevent a reintroduction of canine rabies into the country.

Read AVMA’s full release: https://www.avma.org/news/cdc-announces-changes-us-canine-import-requirements

View AVMA’s updated FAQs for veterinarians: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-travel-and-transport/new-cdc-dog-importation-requirements-faqs-veterinarians