The records below are a partial listing that have the names, and
number of kennels in the local area. Remember that it is a good idea
to make advanced reservations for pet boarding as soon as you know your arrival
date. This is an area where your sponsor can be of
assistance. Call Veterinary Services (334) 255-9061 for more
information.All companion animals and horses maintained on Fort Rucker must be
registered within 72 hours. Please drop by during duty hours and
register your animals. Registration involves bringing proof of
current vaccinations and microchipping as applicable to Ft. Rucker Veterinary
Treatment Facility.
Your pets must maintain current
vaccinations. All dogs and cats maintained on post must be
microchipped. Alabama law requires annual rabies vaccination for dogs
and cats. All companion animals must wear a Fort Rucker VTF
(Veterinary Treatment Facility) issued registration /rabies tag on its collar or
harness at all times outdoors. Fort Rucker and surrounding
communities have leash laws. Additionally, you must show proof of
previous vaccinations.
There is no quarantine for pets arriving from
overseas as long as your pet has required rabies vaccine and is in good
health.
Only three companiion animals (dogs or cats) are allowed for each
household on the installation.All horses maintained on Fort Rucker are subject
to a quarantine period prior to introduction to the stable
area. Coordinate this with the equestrian center, and Vet Clinic
prior to arrival.
Anytime a pet bites a person, the animal is required to
be quarantined either at the Fort Rucker Veterinary Treatment Facility or at a
civilian veterinary hospital.By Air:
Most airlines only allow a limited
number of pets in the cargo per flight. Call at least 60 days in
advance to make arrangements for the flight. If you have to change
planes, you are responsible for seeing that your pet is transferred at the
connecting point.
Once you have decided that an animal is going to be
your traveling companion, plan for your pet's trip in the same way you plan you
own. Often, pets need vaccinations at least thirty days prior to
traveling, and for many countries (Guam, Hawaii, England), preparation must
begin as long as one year in advance. A health certificate is
required for all airline travel, and recommended for travel by car as
well. Health Certificates issued by Ft. Rucker Veterinary Treatment
facility are good for 10 days for airline travel and 30 days for travel by
car. Ft. Rucker Veterinary Treatment Facility maintains up-to-date
pet import and export information.
Make sure your pet has no health
problems. Your pet will be subjected to conditions guaranteed to
cause stress. A clean bill of health is an important first step in
assuring your pet's ability to adjust safely to unfamiliar
surroundings. Also, make sure your pet has proper identification
tags. The information should include your pet's name, your name,
address and phone number.
The carrier in which your pet will be spending
most his trip is of the utmost importance.
For more information on Pet
Transportation contact your local site agency.