How do I prove my pet's vaccinations for boarding?

Bring a vaccination certificate from your vet showing your pet's name, the vaccine given, the date, and the clinic's signature or stamp. A rabies tag alone is not accepted, because staff cannot look the tag number up. Most kennels want rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella for dogs, and rabies and FVRCP for cats.

How do I get my pet's medical records from my vet?

Email your vet a written request naming your pet, the records you want, and the format. Ask specifically for the clinical history, vaccination certificates, and lab results, because these are stored separately and partial records are common. Most practices send a PDF within a few days, sometimes for a small fee.

What do I do if my rescue pet has no medical history?

Ask the shelter for their full medical file, which usually holds more than the adoption pack. Check the microchip registry for a previous clinic. Then book a vet visit, say there is no history, and start your own record from that date with weight, estimated age, and every vaccine going forward.

Should I keep pet medical records on paper or digitally?

Use both. Keep original signed certificates on paper, because that is the document kennels, groomers, and border officials accept. Keep a digital copy for daily use, because it is searchable, shareable, always with you, and can remind you when a booster is due. Neither format wins on its own.

How do I keep track of medical records for multiple pets?

Give every pet its own record, and never file entries against the household. Record weight at every visit, because parasite treatments are dosed by weight and dosing bands change. Then keep one combined list of what is due next across all pets, since staggered dates are what cause lapses.

What does the Anti-Rabies Act require from dog owners in the Philippines?

Under Republic Act 9482, dog owners in the Philippines must have their dog regularly vaccinated against rabies, register it with their local government and keep the registration card, keep it leashed in public, and report any bite within 24 hours. Failing to register or vaccinate carries a ₱2,000 fine.

What do I need to travel with my pet within the Philippines?

To travel with a pet within the Philippines you need a rabies shot from the last 12 months, a Veterinary Health Certificate from a licensed vet, valid for only a few days, and a free Local Shipping Permit from the Bureau of Animal Industry, applied for online at nvqsd.bai.gov.ph and approved within 3 working days. Airlines and ferry lines add their own rules.

Which airlines, ferries and buses in the Philippines allow pets?

Philippine Airlines lets small dogs and cats up to 10 kg fly in the cabin through FurPAL. Cebu Pacific carries pets as cargo only, and AirAsia takes none. Bigger ferry lines like 2GO, OceanJet, Starlite and Lite Ferries accept caged pets outside the passenger area with a BAI permit. Victory Liner allows pets on selected trips, and Grab has GrabPet.