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We received a  question from a reader named Rauni regarding her upcoming move from California to Arizona.  She was having trouble finding out information regarding whether she needed a health certificate to enter Arizona with her two cats.

I'm having huge issues getting answers about relocating my cat from Hong Kong to Hawaii. She originally relocated with me from the UK in 2007 and has already had her Rabies Serology certificate/blood test done. After some debate, I was told that this would be accepted by the Hawaiin Government, now only to be told, its not valid because its out of date or some such thing. I'm pulling my hair out, as Jessie has just had her updated Rabies vaccination. Can you help. I cannot find any proper answers anywhere to the question of the rabies serology..and what IS or IS NOT accepted!!

Name: Ruhi
Moving From: Kenya
Moving To: Dubai
Question: Can my rabbit travel by air?  If yes, how much does it cost and what's the procedure?

Rabbits can be difficult to ship internationally due to the fact that many countries are concerned about infectious diseases.  However, when traveling to the UAE, your rabbit would need to have a blood test (Titre test) prior to departure.  You will also need to apply for an import permit.

Name: Steve
Moving From: Arizona
Moving To: North Carolina
Question:  We are flying to NC with our pet on board. Delta says it does not require a health certificate but the states each have their own rules. Is a certificate required in Georgia (we fly through there), Arizona (we may return there), and NC?

Name: Michelle

Moving From: Los Angeles, California

Moving To: London, United Kingdom

Question: Hello, I am moving to the UK from the US in the next two weeks. I am in a bit of a time crunch and won't be able to do a 6 month home quarantine prior to my departure. What are the next steps for me to import my dog? Do I need to have the microchip and blood drawn prior to depature even if the quarantine is not done in the US? Thank you.

Name: Cathy
Moving From: Dallas
Moving To: Ireland
Question: Hi, I have three cats that I wish to bring with me from Dallas to Ireland within the next 6 months. I am aware of the need to go to my vet and get paper work and Euro Micro Chip but can you tell me how I actually arrange to fly them over? What airlines do this and at what cost? Thanks.

Hello Cathy,

Name: Amelie Poulin
Moving From: Tel Aviv, Israel
Moving To: Montreal, Canada

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Name: Carrie W.
Moving From: Houston, Texas
Moving To: Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam
Question: I am going to be relocated to HCM City Vietnam and will need to transport my 2 dogs by air. I have three questions:

My daughter is moving from CA to MD to go to college and wants to take her 3 small turtles. What is the best way to get them there? -Cathi

Moving turtles always seems easy - put them in a little box, or a bag, and off you go!  However, most people quickly discover that airlines will not allow turtles to travel in cabin, which means your crawly-creature won't be able to fly in the carry on.

At this point, reptile and turtle owners have a few options:

Name: Donna Kull
Moving From: New York, NY
Moving To: Palm Beach, FL
Question: My dog is a labrador mix, and is extremely anxious with all types of travel. What safety precautions are there while my dog is in cargo? I saw on your video that Continental has staff checking in on pets in cargo during the flight. Is there someone there the entire time? Also, is cargo environmentally suited for temperature, water, etc? Can you describe it? I will be back and forth about 2-3 times a year.