In today’s edition of the Federal Register, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published its newly finalized rule on the importation of dogs. The 123-page rule, which will become effective on August 1, 2024, is available at https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2024-05-13/pdf/2024-09676.pdf.
Last week, AKC published this post that alerted dog owners with a summary of the impending changes, which were reported in a letter from CDC to stakeholders.
The American Kennel Club’s Government Relations Department (AKC GR) has begun analyzing the new rule and will provide a summary of the requirements for owners and dogs once the analysis has been completed.
For more information, please contact CDC Staff:
Ashley C. Altenburger, J.D.
Dr. Emily Pieracci, D.V.M.
Phone: 404-498-1600