Free Pet Travel Checklist USA (printable PDF)
A 2-page checklist for traveling in the US with a dog or cat, built from the rules on this site. Every section links back to the page where we cite the official source.
- Documents: vet health certificate, USDA APHIS endorsement for international trips, rabies certificate, microchip, CDC Dog Import Form
- Flying: cabin or hold by airline, under-seat carrier sizes
- Amtrak: weight, carrier, trip length and check-in rules
- Hotels: what to confirm before you book
- Departure day: what to pack and when to arrive
No sign-up needed. Free to share. US Letter, 2 pages, 237 KB. Last checked: Oct 2026. Saving ink? Light print version.
Rules change; always confirm with the airline and official sources. For the full details see pet travel rules for the USA, the carrier size by airline guide and pet-friendly hotel rules.