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Health Certificate Services · Chantilly, VA

Traveling with your pet?
We handle the paperwork.

Health certificates for domestic and international pet travel require USDA-accredited veterinary examination, proper documentation, and often USDA endorsement. At Nova Pets Health Center, we're USDA-accredited and handle the entire process — from the health exam to endorsement coordination. Call us as soon as your travel is confirmed.

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USDAAccredited veterinarian
Domestic& international travel
FullProcess handled here
CallAs early as possible
Timing matters — call us as soon as your travel is confirmed. Requirements vary by destination and last-minute requests can be difficult to fulfill.

What we offer

USDA-accredited health certificates
for domestic & international travel.

A pet health certificate is an official document signed by a USDA-accredited veterinarian confirming that your pet has been examined and is healthy enough to travel. Airlines require them for in-cabin and cargo travel. Most countries require them for international entry — and many have additional requirements on top of that.

The requirements vary significantly depending on where you're going, how you're traveling, and what species your pet is. We've handled health certificates for all types of travel and all kinds of pets. Call us early, tell us your destination and travel date, and we'll walk you through exactly what's needed.

USDA-accredited veterinarian on-site
USDA accreditation is required to issue official health certificates for travel. Dr. Masood is USDA-accredited — meaning your certificate is issued correctly and accepted by airlines and destination countries.

Types of health certificates we issue

Domestic travel
Required by most airlines for pets traveling in-cabin or as cargo within the United States. Typically must be issued within 10 days of travel.
International travel
Destination countries have their own specific requirements — vaccinations, parasite treatments, microchipping, USDA endorsement, and more. Requirements vary significantly by country.
USDA endorsement
Many countries require the USDA to authenticate the veterinarian's certificate. We coordinate this process so you don't have to navigate it alone.
All species
Dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Requirements vary by species as well as destination — call us and we'll confirm what's needed for your specific animal.

How it works

We handle the whole process.
You just need to call us first.

1
Call us as soon as possible
Tell us your destination, travel date, and your pet's species. We'll confirm exactly what's required and how much lead time we have to work with. The earlier you call, the more time we have to make sure everything is done correctly.
2
Pre-travel requirements
Depending on your destination, your pet may need specific vaccinations, parasite treatments, or a microchip before the certificate can be issued. We'll identify everything needed and take care of it here.
3
Health examination
Dr. Masood performs a thorough health exam to confirm your pet is fit to travel. This is the official USDA-required examination that forms the basis of the certificate.
4
Certificate issuance
We complete and sign the official health certificate. For international travel, we coordinate USDA endorsement so the document is accepted at your destination.
5
You're ready to travel
You leave with everything you need — the certificate, any supporting documentation, and clear instructions on what to present at check-in and customs.
Pricing
Health certificate fee $400
Health examination $95
Additional requirements Varies by destination
Additional costs may apply depending on your destination's requirements — vaccinations, parasite treatments, USDA endorsement fees, or other documentation. We'll give you a complete picture of what's needed when you call.
Call us as early as possible
Health certificate requirements are time-sensitive. Domestic certificates typically must be issued within 10 days of travel. International requirements can take significantly longer to fulfill — some countries require documentation weeks in advance. The moment your travel is confirmed, call us. We'll work backward from your travel date and make sure everything gets done on time.

What to have ready when you call

  • ✓Your travel destination (country or state)
  • ✓Your departure date
  • ✓Your pet's species and breed
  • ✓Current vaccination records if you have them

Traveling with your pet?
Call us today.

The sooner you call, the more time we have to make sure everything is done correctly and on time. Don't wait until the week before your trip.

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3935 Avion Park Ct Suite A102, Chantilly, VA 20151 · Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 8am–12pm