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U.S. drops planned regulations for dogs crossing border from rabies-free countries
OTTAWA — The U.S. Centers for Disease Control will not require onerous forms for dog owners crossing the border from Canada this summer.
The agency had announced new rules in May that were aimed at keeping rabies out of the country.
They stated dogs needed to be microchipped, vaccinated against rabies, and accompanied by two forms including one signed by a veterinarian.
The changes, which were set to take effect beginning next month, had been panned by veterinary associations, the tourism industry and the federal government in Canada.