USDA-Accredited Veterinary Care in Johns Creek, GA

Pet Travel Health Certificates

Planning to travel with your pet? At Windward Animal Hospital in Johns Creek, GA, our USDA-accredited veterinarians make the process of obtaining a pet travel health certificate (APHIS Form 7001) simple and stress-free. Whether you’re flying across the United States or internationally, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the requirements so your pet can travel safely and legally.

What Is a Pet Travel Health Certificate?

A pet health certificate is an official document required for pets to travel domestically or abroad. It confirms your pet is healthy, up-to-date on vaccinations, and meets the entry requirements of your travel destination. Airlines and government agencies rely on this certificate to ensure animals travel without risk to public health or other pets.

• Domestic Travel
  Within the U.S.

  Most airlines require a health certificate issued within 10 days of travel. Some states have specific testing rules.

• International Travel
  Global Destinations

  Countries set distinct entry mandates which may include rabies titers, microchipping, diagnostic testing, and USDA endorsement.

  Review latest details on the official USDA APHIS Pet Travel website.

• Exotic Pets & Birds

  Traveling with a bird, reptile, or exotic animal often involves multi-agency compliance, including:

  • USDA APHIS Veterinary Services (VS)
  • U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS)

  Our team ensures complete export compliance before your trip.

Our Travel Health Certificate Process

When you schedule your pet’s travel exam at Windward Animal Hospital, we will:

• 1

  Perform a complete wellness exam to verify your pet’s health.

• 2

  Confirm that vaccinations are current and compliant.

• 3

  Complete and sign required USDA health certificate forms.

• 4

  Provide exact guidance if USDA endorsement is required.

• 5

  Answer your questions regarding airline or destination country rules.