From today’s Detroit Free Press:

Dogs to face new entry rules at US border starting in August
Jenna Prestininzi
Detroit Free Press

If you're planning to bring a dog into the U.S. this summer, get ready for new rules starting in August.

The U.S. will soon implement new requirements for dogs to enter the country, whether with a pet owner, breeder or rescue group. The new rules will begin later this summer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

What's required

Be at least six months old.
Have an implanted microchip to verify rabies vaccination.
Be vaccinated if coming from a country where rabies is common.
Appear healthy when arriving.
Have a CDC Dog Import Form receipt.
Have additional documentation depending on previous country of residence and vaccination status.
When the rules begin

The new entry requirements take effect Aug. 1. This coincides with the expiration of a 2021 temporary order banning the entry of dogs from over 100 countries considered high-risk for dog rabies.

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Originally posted by 12131:
I usually ask for a link, but, since they are getting serious, well, that's enough for me.

Sorry,using my iPad I’m unable to post a direct link. Freep.com has it available and this article isn’t behind a paywall.

Dogs? Really? Everything else is free to just walk on in.

It's behind a paywall but somehow I was able to click on and read it, very short article as your pasted here.

LINK TO STORY CLICK HERE
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Great, this will make road trips with the pooch where I cross into Canada and re-enter the US more of a pain in he ass.

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Originally posted by OKCGene:
It's behind a paywall but somehow I was able to click on and read it, very short article as your pasted here.

LINK TO STORY CLICK HERE
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That’s interesting, I wonder if it’s some sort of regional thing as it’s still free here in S/E Michigan.