Pet Travel Question: Can Our Friend Bring Our Dog Home from Namibia?

Name: Danae
Number of Pets: 1
Pet Type: Small Dog
Pet Breed: Unknown
From: Namibia, Africa
To: Oregon, USA

Hello,

My husband and I have recently come to the states and decided to stay. He is a Namibian citizen, I am American. Our little doggy is currently in Namibia with friends. A friend of ours is coming to visit and we were wondering if our dog could accompany him in to the States? We have his paperwork with our friends in Namibia, and we also have certified copies of it with us here in the states. He is healthy, vaccinated, fixed and microchipped.

If we wait until one of us is headed back to Namibia...it could be six months =(
 

Thanks,

Danae

Hi Danae,

Thanks for your question. Your dog can indeed accompany your friend to the United States, assuming your friend is willing to do a bit of work to get your dog the necessary health certifications in Namibia. Check out the US pet import requirements and you'll notice that your dog will need proof of a current Rabies vaccination, an International Health Certificate issued within 10 days of travel, and proof that he has been inspected for screwworm within five days of his flight. Your friend should be able to get all of these health certifications from your dog's vet in Namibia.

Pet shipping can be a complicated process, especially when the person coordinating the move (the owner) is not with the pet. If you think you would like some assistance moving your dog to the US, fill out our free quote form to be in contact with a pet relocation specialist. Additionally, if you have any more questions about pet transport, feel free to contact us. Thanks again for your question and good luck bringing your dog home!