Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles with your Pet

What documents do I need to fly my pet from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles with your dog is straightforward. When flying a dog from San Francisco to Los Angeles, you are performing an intrastate (within the same state) trip. This simplifies the legal requirements significantly compared to crossing state or national borders. California is vigilant about rabies and health documentation, so to ensure a smooth trip, we recommend beginning preparation at least 4 weeks before departure.

Step 1

Your dog

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Be at least 8 weeks old on the day of travel (federal requirement for air travel).
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Appear healthy and free of infectious diseases.

Step 2

Documents and vaccinations

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Fit-to-fly sign off: we require your vet to examine your pet to ensure they are fit to fly. This should be done within 10 days of your flight. Visit your document portal to find the document template to give to your vet.

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