Important Notice for Pet Parents

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, agencies that regulate live animal transport (CDC- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, USDA's APHIS- Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, USFWS- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service) may have limited staff and reduced operations. As a result, permit approvals, inspections, and public inquiries could experience delays.

If you are planning or are in the midst of international pet travel, we strongly recommend:

• Allowing additional lead time for every step of the process.
• Staying in close contact with your pet transport provider.
• Vigilantly check for updates from your airline regarding delays, cancellations, and potential refunds in the event of severe disruptions.
• Contact the agencies listed below for status updates or guidance:
  • CDC Dog Import Questions: 800-232-4636 | CDCanimalimports@cdc.gov
  • APHIS Live Animal Permits: 301-851-3300 | laipermits@usda.gov / laie@usda.gov
  • APHIS Animal Care / Live Dog Import: 816-737-4223 | ac.dogimport.mailbox@usda.gov
  • USFWS Import/Export Permits: via fws.gov contact forms or regional offices

We are monitoring the situation and will share updates as they become available.