Taking your furbabies to mexico?

[cindy0721]

Does anyone know what you need to be able to cross over your furbabies to mexico?

[sshaw]

When I was married I spent a lot of time in Mexico and took my first Yorkie "Tiki" and I think that we did not need anything but to be safe we made sure that all her shots were up to date and had the documentation to prove it.

[Ponyup]

I'm curious about this question also. We have a condo in mexico and are planning a vacation soon to go there. We of course are going to take Logan, but I didn't even think about the fact their might be a problem. We are flying into San Diego and then driving into the Baja.

[YorkiePals]

I was under the impression that if you took your dog to Mexico, it had to be quarrantined for about two weeks before you could bring them back over the border. Not sure if this is true, or where to even check into it.

[livingdustmops]

Department of State
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Publication 11189
October 2004
Towards the very bottom of the page

http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/...onal_1174.html

I would also google: traveling with dog Mexico - to get opinions that it is safe for your little one..make sure to only give him/her bottled water.

[Lacy's Mom]

You need a health certificate dated within 72 hours of crossing and a pet vaccination certificate showing rabies, hepatitis, pip, leptospirosis. A pet permit fee is required. They may not even notice the dog upon entry, but what will happen when you bring it back and they think your importing it. Also be aware that many residents of Mexico are very afraid of dogs (even small ones) because of roaming wild dogs carrying rabies and there are a lot of dog diseases. Keep a close eye on your dog, residents kill roaming dogs to protect their communities.

[ldenise]

Originally Posted by cindy0721

Does anyone know what you need to be able to cross over your furbabies to mexico?

we have had Buckeye in Mexico. Before we went I called the boarder patrol and asked them what was needed. he said nothing was needed. I just made sure i had his shot records with me and his rabies tag. and kept him on a leash even while carrying him. everyone wanted to pet him. I didn't like that part. but .... we was only there for a couple of hours shopping too so if you are intending on spending any time there it might be different. call the boarder patrol and ask.
they told me hundreds of dogs cross the boarder a day and they are not too strict about them. this was a couple of years ago too. before all this violence was so bad.
do you need me to baby sit for ya?

[onelovelylynn]

I WOULD THINK ALL YOU NEED IS A TIGHT, SHORT LEASH !!!!!!

That way your baby wont end up being someones dinner.....


Hold on to that furbaby tight......

[gloriajean]

Don't do it!! I would be afraid someone would steal your furbaby!! i read a story about dogs being sold out of trunks of cars near the border, the story said Mexicans were bringing in to USA sick puppies and dogs and selling them at fleas markets.

[SnowWa]

I agree - you shouldn't have much of a problem getting your dog into Mexico.

Getting him back is the problem. Our border patrol is much more stringent about what enters the US... And, Mexico really doesn't care what we take there...

And with all the puppies being smuggled into the US from Mexico now (especially the small breeds) - I would really check into it and make sure I had what I'd need to get him back home.

Good luck!

[cindy0721]

Originally Posted by ldenise

we have had Buckeye in Mexico. Before we went I called the boarder patrol and asked them what was needed. he said nothing was needed. I just made sure i had his shot records with me and his rabies tag. and kept him on a leash even while carrying him. everyone wanted to pet him. I didn't like that part. but .... we was only there for a couple of hours shopping too so if you are intending on spending any time there it might be different. call the boarder patrol and ask.
they told me hundreds of dogs cross the boarder a day and they are not too strict about them. this was a couple of years ago too. before all this violence was so bad.
do you need me to baby sit for ya?

umm, you think you can handle 6!! Oh gosh I would run if I were you! LOL , we are going to mexico in May , leav on the 19th & come back on the 21st..... Maddy would LOVE it I am sure.... but Gizmo is the one that worries me you know how skiddish he is....... Ahhh reunion @ your house huh....

[yorky4ME]

I was checking to because I just came from Mexico but I usually take my MaeMae with me everywhere but she is 'with child' so she was safer at home with the papa!

But as long as your paperwork is in order... you are good to go. US is a rabies country so you can take your furbaby to any rabies country without quarantine... the ones that are rabies free will have problems. Oh yes... and Hawaii is rabies free so NoNo there.....

[lexi'smom]

great post
always glad to learn something new
who knew you needed a health certif withing 72 hrs
thanks for the info

[ldenise]

Originally Posted by lexi'smom

great post
always glad to learn something new
who knew you needed a health certif withing 72 hrs
thanks for the info

Isn't that only if you are flying? I don't know, just asking. I have never had any of mine out of the country over night.
Cindy, I went to look at my calendar to see if I had to work those days and yes I do. and also found a note where bob is trying to plan a trip those 2 weeks before. (wonder when he was going to tell me.) So I reckon I should renig on my offer. Archie is turning out to be just as backward as Giz. I already keep 4 on my lap at the same time 2 more would not make a big difference. If I were going to be off those days I certainly would do it.