For travel, which documentation is acceptable?

• A. Health certificate only
• B. Pet passport or animal health certificate
• C. Vaccination certificate
• D. No documentation needed

Answer: (B)

For travel, you need a document that proves the animal is healthy and properly identified, and that can be accepted by border authorities. A pet passport or an animal health certificate provides that combination—officially issued proof of health status, ownership or identity details (like microchip number or tattoo), and details of vaccines and treatments as required for travel. The pet passport is a comprehensive, recognized document that covers identification and vaccination history, while an animal health certificate is an official vet-issued form that confirms the animal is fit to travel and lists any necessary health information and required treatments.

A vaccination certificate alone only shows vaccines have been given; it doesn’t verify current health status or ensure the animal’s identity matches the travel document, and many destinations require the broader certification and official endorsement found in a pet passport or animal health certificate. No documentation is not acceptable for international travel, since authorities need formal proof of health and identity.