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walterkim18 · Joined: 07 Sep 2010

I just wanted to know if anyone has any recent experience bringing a dog back to the U.S. I've been reading posts on the PetTravel website forum, but had a few questions.

From what I understand, after looking at U.S. dog quarantine procedures, a dog can be allowed into the U.S. even if its rabies shot hasn't passed the 30 day mark, but you must sign a paper promising to keep your dog at home until 30 days is reached. However, some people are saying that Korean quarantine, at the international airports, will not let you out of Korea with your dog if 30 days haven't passed since the rabies shot was administered. Can anyone clear this up? Also, I do have the signed and stamped paper confirming that the rabies shot was given by a licensed vet.

Also, any other experiences or advice regarding different airline experiences with pets, etc., would be greatly appreciated.

warmachinenkorea · Joined: 12 Oct 2008

If the shot is older than 30 days then getting back in the States should be no problem.

http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animal_welfare/pet_travel/pet_travel_basics.shtml

conbon78 · Joined: 05 Jun 2008

There is an office at Gimpo airport that only handles pet travel. They can really help you out. The lady who my friend used is named Gina Nam - she raved about how helpful the lady was; however, you pay a price for the service. I don't know about the vaccinations, but when her dog left, it was easy and no hassle. It didn't stay in quarantine in the US. Will you be travelling with the dog?

walterkim18 · Joined: 07 Sep 2010

conbon78 · Joined: 05 Jun 2008

Well you are right that there are only so many dogs allowed on each flight. In addition, there are some months when animals are not allowed on the flight. I know it is definitely true for June, July & August because those are the busy months. I know that the office at Gimpo, the lady does speak English, and she might be able to give you more information. Also, you can always just call the English number for Korean Air/Delta/Asiana and they can tell you. They might also have all of that information on the website. You don't need to do anything through a travel agent, but maybe through this dog agent. They help Koreans arrange for their animals to travel domestic and internationally.

suprd3vil · Joined: 14 Jun 2009 Location: Sindorim, Seoul

Animal Rescue Korea ( http://www.animalrescuekorea.org )has a lot of information on their forms about travel with pets.

http://www.animalrescuekorea.org/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=9

bigfourie · Joined: 05 Nov 2010 Location: Incheon

checkout continental airlines, they are very pet friendly, i hope they do flights from here to the states, but they have alot of pet services

walterkim18 · Joined: 07 Sep 2010

Redcap · Joined: 03 Jan 2010

You are to be commended for being a responsible pet owner.

Your willingness to provide a stable, long term home for a pet is the exception, rather than rule when it comes to expats in this country.

walterkim18 · Joined: 07 Sep 2010

Yes, we've arrived in Chicago safely. My puppy ended up flying with Korean Air in cabin for 270,000. It was an 11 hour trip, which got stressful for her around the 8 hour mark, but some trips to the bathroom together kept both of us sane. Thanks for all the help. Also, I currently have an untravelled Medium Vari-Kennel, in Korea, for sale for a used price of 85,000 won. If anyone is interested me then they can send me a message and the Kennel can be shipped anywhere in Korea. Thanks and good luck to everyone.