philodog - 1-13-2025 at 01:05 PM
Any reports from people entering the US with a dog recently regarding the new Screw worm screenings? The USDA/APHIS site is very unhelpful. Are they
asking for vet certificates? Is it only for air travel? Thanks.
AKgringo - 1-13-2025 at 01:47 PM
I crossed northbound on Jan 8 at Mexicali west "ready lane" just before 9 AM. I did not know about the screw worm requirements, but when I offered my
current veterinarian paperwork for vaccinations and microchip info, the agent did not look at them.
She did ask what my dog's name was since she was wiggling and looking for a treat!
By the way, there was one vehicle ahead of me and the total crossing time was about five minutes!
[Edited on 1-13-2025 by AKgringo]
bajatrailrider - 1-14-2025 at 08:29 AM
A couple next door cross Tecate every other day. Two dogs so far no questions asked two dogs
sc-surfer - 1-30-2025 at 10:29 AM
Headed north tomorrow for the first time since the new pet rules. I did fill out the form CDC or CBP, can't remember who's. Given the 5 day window on
the worm exam, I'd have to find a vet near the border. San Felipe or Tecate.
Does anyone have a recommendation? Is a doctor's visit even worth it or should we just skip it and beg forgiveness?
(healthy dog form USA, obviously not a stray or Baja import)
Thoughts?
sc-surfer - 2-5-2025 at 08:08 PM
Following up...
Crossed today, Feb 5th. Was not asked for any paperwork. Also managed to avoid secondary. That's a small miracle in itself.