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dtbushpilot
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We now have 4 animals that travel with us. Health certs run about $100 each in the US, about $30 in MX. You need them when flying but we have never
been asked north or south driving. We keep shot records handy but don't bother with health certs any more. Remember that rabies shots need to be
administered annually in MX but good for 3 years in the US. We crossed at Tecate 2 days ago and nothing was said about the animals. I've heard of
people having their pet food confiscated but we have never been asked about it, we probably cross about 6 times a year.
"Life is tough".....It's even tougher if you're stupid.....
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marina
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thank you so much everyone for your help. I think I will bring my papers and just go with that... in a 14 year old car loaded with gear so don't think
I'll be getting much attention., Plus this time driving down with boyfriend. At the checkpoints, they tend to want to chitchat with the single
girls...
Also will try the 30/30 -- thanks for the tip... but no more? I got a bottle of Don Julio this last trip and just wasn't near as good....
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Hook
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I dont cross at any Baja crossing much anymore but I have been asked twice for my dogs papers, crossing into AZ, in the last five years.
What are you looking for in an anejo? Strong oaky-smokiness? Sometimes that translates into a rather harsh flavor. Many arent really that smooth to
some. For that reason, many prefer reposados to anejos.
If you are NOT into the smoki-oakiness of tequilas, I would strongly recommend avoiding most Herraduras and Corralejos.
Of the reposados, I like Milagro, Don Julio, Cien Anos, Don Eduardo and Hornitos. The reposado by Patron is, by far, the best tequila they make, IMO.
But I havent seen that in Mexico; I think it is only for export. These can be pretty mild tasting tequilas; maybe too mild for some.
I've found the first silver I've ever REALLY liked. Don Julio is marketing a 70th anniversary silver. It is incredible. Like miruvor.  At Walmarts in Mexico, it's 460 pesos, so it's not cheap.
There are a number of relatively inexpensive tequilas available commercially down here. Azul is one. Another is El Compadre which I have found for
only 50 pesos/liter down here. Very drinkable, especially for a mixer, at that price point. Probably the weakest of the bunch as a sipper, but not
bad, really.
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Marla Daily
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Our dog papers experience:
20+ years by car crossing at either TJ or Tecate = never been asked
20+ years by plane FLYING with dogs into or out of LAX = mandatory
We always carry the records of our dogs shots to have proof they are current. Flying, we always ALSO get an international health certificate for each
dog. Landing at LAX with animals requires one to go to the agricultural inspection office (if they are open). If you land after hours or on a weekend
when their office is closed, you simply have to show you have the papers for each dog when you exit customs.
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Bajajorge
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Been asked once crossing south in 12 years for my dogs shot papers and dog license. All I carry is the paper showing he has rabies shot, and his
county dog license paper to prove ownership.
Best tequila, El Jimador Anejo, about $26USD depending on exchange rate at a local mercado.
Why do Liberals insist and demand that achievers pay the way for nonachievers who are to lazy to succeed, or are just failures by their own choice?
Criminals prefer unarmed victims, dictators prefer unarmed subjects.
Why do ignorant people continue their blabbering when it only proves to others how stupid they are.
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captkw
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dog papers
dog license to prove ownership..HUH ?????? thats not a pink slip LOL
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mes1952
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I've never been asked for dog papers when crossing at Otay Mesa or San Ysidro for 2 years.
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Bajajorge
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| Quote: | Originally posted by captkw
dog license to prove ownership..HUH ?????? thats not a pink slip LOL
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A pink slip is what the girls used to wear back in the 50s.
Why do Liberals insist and demand that achievers pay the way for nonachievers who are to lazy to succeed, or are just failures by their own choice?
Criminals prefer unarmed victims, dictators prefer unarmed subjects.
Why do ignorant people continue their blabbering when it only proves to others how stupid they are.
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by captkw
dog license to prove ownership..HUH ?????? thats not a pink slip LOL
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Here in Calif., you can't get a dog license unless you prove it had rabies shot... So if your dog has a license, then it had its shots.
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captkw
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David,,David
I know that !! but that license has nothing to do with "proof" of ownership...And BTW thats almost funny,,, that anyone would think that they would
ever need/want proof of dog ownership !!! And as Far as I'm concerned I don't own a dog ...She owns me...LOL...K&T
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Bruce R Leech
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| Quote: | Originally posted by marina
Been traveling to Baja for past 8 or so years but only drove down for my first time this year. Heading down again starting Dec 27... I got a health
cert for my dog last time but nobody asked me for paperwork and friends have told me not to bother as they've never been asked? What is the opinion
here as when I lived in the Caribbean this was a huge deal.
Also, a few years back I came across an amazing anejo tequilla that I think was made my El Jimador but it had a raised silver fake metal label on it.
It was only around $25-30 in some hole in the wall liquor store and I haven't been able to find it since (have had friend look at big stores in la paz
for me). Any recommendations for nice anejo that has rich caramel color, has no kick at end, is super smooth and affordable? Got my first taste of
some tequilla aged in burgundy wine barrels for six months.. amazing,no kick and no hangover!
Thanks in advance for any advice:-) Marina in California |
I would always do what the law requires. you will look foolish telling the officials that you did not because the Nomads told you not to. some times
they check and some times they dont
Bruce R Leech
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