An identification chip is the new requirement to travel with dogs to United States – MonitorExpresso.com

World. – As of August 1, 2024, all dogs traveling to the United States must meet a new requirement: have an identification chip compatible with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards. This measure seeks to prevent the reintroduction of rabies, a disease eradicated in North America since 2007.The identification chip must comply with ISO 11784 and ISO 11785 standards, operating at a frequency of 134.2 kHz, and must not exceed 12 mm in length and 2.1 mm in diameter. In addition, it must be able to store a unique 15-digit identifier and be compatible with microchip readers from various manufacturers. It is essential that the chip complies with these international standards to ensure that it is read in any country in the world. To enter the United States, the dog must appear healthy at the time of arrival and be at least six months old, thus ensuring that it has received the rabies vaccine. In addition, the owner must submit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Dog Importation Form, available online. And if the dog is over a year old, a rabies vaccination certificate issued by a veterinarian licensed in the United States must also be presented.In Mexico, the most commonly used identification chips comply with the FDX-B standard, so it is recommended to consult with a trusted veterinarian about the available brands and make sure that the chip has a unique 15-digit identifier. Once implanted, it is important to register the chip in a national or international database, which will facilitate the identification of the pet in case of loss. It is important to note that dogs from countries with a high risk of canine rabies will not yet be allowed to enter the United States. In addition, CDC may impose additional requirements for dogs intended for commercial or show purposes. For more information and to ensure compliance with all requirements before traveling, it is recommended to visit the official CDC website.

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