You need a current health inspection certificate from your vet. In California, it is a Department of Food and Agriculture form that is titled "Certificate for Interstate or International Movement of Small Animals." Other states have similar forms. It is supposed to be issued within 10 days of your border crossing and signed by your vet. I always carry this when traveling to and from Mexico. It is the same paperwork you need for going in and out of Canada with a dog (or cat). If you have the certificate, no one will ask for it. If you don't have it, then the Customs Agents will ask to see it (you know Murphy's Law). I find that going into Mexico is not a problem. The Mexican Customs officials have never asked for the paperwork, but entry back into the USA is when they tend to hassle you more about those kinds of things, and they will probably ask to see your dog's health certificate. If your dog is asleep and out of sight when you cross the border, and they don't specifically ask if you have a pet, then I don't mention it either. In any case, it is best to have the certificate. Sue B. 90 Synchro Westy SeaBus
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