Pet Travel Health Certificates in
State College, PA
Planning a trip with your pet? JM Ritchie Veterinary Hospital issues USDA-accredited pet travel certificates for dogs and cats in State College and Centre County.
Travel Confidently with Your Pet
Whether you’re relocating, going on vacation, or flying for the first time with your pet, proper documentation is essential. Many airlines, states, and countries require a veterinary health certificate—and missing paperwork could delay or cancel your plans.
At JM Ritchie Veterinary Hospital, we help make pet travel stress-free by providing official health certificates and guiding you through each requirement. Our veterinarian is USDA-accredited to issue travel documents for both domestic and international travel.
What Are Pet Travel Certificates?
A pet travel certificate, also known as a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) or USDA pet travel document, confirms that your pet is healthy and up-to-date on all required vaccinations.
Depending on where you’re going, you may need:
- A USDA APHIS Form 7001 (for interstate travel)
- Endorsed health certificates for international destinations
- Rabies vaccination records
- Proof of parasite prevention or treatment
- Microchip identification (for international travel)
We’ll help you determine exactly what’s needed for your destination, airline,
and timeline.
Our Travel Certificate Process
- Initial Consultation: Contact us well in advance of your travel date. Some destinations require certificates to be completed 10–30 days before travel.
- Health Exam: Your pet must undergo a physical exam to confirm they are healthy and free of contagious disease.
- Paperwork Preparation: We’ll complete the required forms and guide you through any next steps (such as USDA endorsement or travel crate requirements).
- Travel-Ready Pet: You’ll leave with all the documentation your pet needs for a smooth trip.
We recommend reaching out as early as possible—ideally 30 days in advance—especially for international travel.
Trusted Travel Documentation from a Local Vet
JM Ritchie Veterinary Hospital is proud to help Centre County pet owners travel safely and confidently. Our USDA-accredited veterinarian ensures that all dog and cat travel certificates meet the latest requirements. We’re happy to work directly with airlines or embassies to ensure every box is checked.
Whether you need an interstate pet travel form for a road trip or a USDA health certificate for overseas relocation, we’re here to simplify the process and support your journey.
Plan Ahead. Travel Prepared.
Traveling with your pet doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Let our team guide you through the paperwork and health requirements so you can focus on the adventure ahead.