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Kennel T-587
COM: 011-351-295-573-855
DSN: 535-3855
Veterinary Clinic T-459
COM: 011-351-295-573-855
DSN: 535-3134
email atlanticpetkennel@lajes.af.mil
http://www.lajesfss.com/index.php?do=01&fac=22
e-mail: 65MDG.VeterinaryClinic@lajes.af.mil
http://www.lajesfss.com/index.php?do=01&fac=31
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Shipment:
Shipment Guidelines DOD regulations limit pet shipment to passengers in
PCS status only. Pets are defined as dogs and cats only. You are limited to
two pets per family, unless moving under the Space-Available Pet Program.
On AMC flights: pets, including the container are authorized up to 150 lbs;
the fee is $330. Pets, including the container, weighing more than 150 lbs
are Not be authorized on AMC missions.
Space-Available Pet Program: Fifteen days prior to AMC flight departure,
open pet spaces are available to travelers that already have two pet spaces
booked. Contact your local transportation office to arrange the additional
space(s). If there is extra space available for your pet(s), your
transportation office will secure a reservation in the passenger/pet
reservation system. A confirmation printout will be provided to you to
present upon re-quest as the authority to move more than two pets per
family.
Note: contact the Airline for pet information since each airline has their own
restrictions and policies for shipping pets.
The commercial airline industry currently imposes a 150 pound weight
restriction per pet and kennel and does not allow pet shipments during
seasonal hot/cold conditions. These industry restrictions should be considered
when making pet travel plans. AMC does not impose seasonal hot/cold
embargoes on pet shipments.
When you request AMC airline reservations you must present DD Form 2208,
Rabies Vaccination Certificate or civilian equivalent, and DD Form 2209 or
civilian equivalent, Veterinary Health Certificate, to your local transportation
office. Be aware that pet space is limited on all flights, so requests for
reservations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis. Processing your
pet is a simple process. You must arrive at the AMC commercial location no
later than 2 hours and 20 minutes prior to flight departure with the exception of
Seattle IAP (SEATAC). The required no later than show time at that location is
3 hours 20 minutes. Passengers on contract commercial flights (i.e., Patriot
Express, Category B) may check in up to 6 hours prior to departure; but, due to
limited pet storage space, you must retain custody of your pet until 45
minutes prior to boarding unless there is a suitable holding area available.
All pets must remain in their container while in the
terminal area.
Please remember you are responsible for obtaining
all required documentation, immunization, and border
clearance requirements and should be pre-pared to
defray any associated costs. Pet kennels (shipping
containers) must be approved for air shipment and
are available at most exchanges, retail stores, and
commercial airports.
You are responsible for following all USDA and IATA regulations regarding
the size and type of kennels utilized. The kennel must provide adequate
ventilation and be large enough for your pet to stand up, turn around, and lie
down with normal posture and body movements. Pets will not be accepted
in kennels that are too small. Additionally, for the safety of your pet, softsided or collapsible kennels will not be accepted.
Several layers of newspaper, shredded paper, or absorbent material should
be placed in the bottom of the kennel. Do
not use straw, hay, grass, sawdust, sand, or
soil. Normally, pets will be individually
kenneled; however, two small animals
(younger than 6-months old) of the same
species and comparable size which are
used to cohabitation, and weighing less than
30.8 pounds each, may be shipped in the
same kennel as long as they can stand up,
turn around, and lie down. If your pet will be
traveling in cabin, the kennel cannot exceed
20”Lx16”Wx8”H to ensure it will fit under the
seat in front of you.
If ground time exceeds 2 hours, pets will be offloaded and owners provided
the opportunity to visit their pets. When passengers are allowed to
disembark from an aircraft due to flight delay, pet owners will also be
provided the opportunity to visit their pets in order to walk them and provide
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water. Fees are charged on a per kennel basis. Your pet(s) and kennel with
combined weight up to 70 pounds will be charged as one piece. Pet(s) and
kennel with combined weight from 71-140 pounds will be charged as two
pieces, and pet(s) and kennel weighing from 141-150 pounds will be charged
as three pieces. Pet(s) and kennel weighing in excess of 150 pounds will not
be accepted for shipment under any circumstances. Recommend not shipping
pets that are in heat (estrus). Females with suckling young or unweaned
animals will not be accepted. Weaned puppies younger than 8 weeks old
should not be shipped due to possible dehydration.
Tips:
Kennel Reservations:
Pets are not authorized in Lajes TLFs and there are no local hotels that
accept pets. If you need to board your pet in the Lajes Atlantic Kennel, you
should do ASAP. See Reservations. Your sponsor may assist you in
making these reservations.
Feeding:
Do not feed 12 hour prior to shipping. For water requirements, check with
airlines. You may want to attach a pet water bottle to the inside of the
carrier, with a bowl underneath.
Carriers: Place a familiar article or a piece of your clothing in the carrier.
Pets of different species will not be shipped together in the same container,
i.e. a small dog and a small cat. If you have trouble getting your pet in the
carrier, try backing the pet in. Allow your pet to get accustomed to the
kennel a few weeks before departure so he/she will be more comfortable in
the temporary home during flight. Use the kennel as a bed or feed the pet in
the kennel. Mark the kennel with your pet’s name and include your name,
destination or unit address, and phone number if available. We also
suggest you purchase an ID tag for your pet. Ensure your kennel has
adequate ventilation (on four sides). Put a copy of your certificates in a zip
lock bag and tape to top of the kennel.
Supplies:
Take supplies for your pet in your hand carried baggage
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For Dogs: A leash, bowls, food, zip lock plastic bags
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For Cats: A “walking jacket” or kitty harness prevents cats from
slipping out of a traditional collar, bowls, food, zip lock plastic bags, bags
of kitty litter
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Weigh your pet and carrier in advance
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Check pet documentation in advance
Tranquilizers:
Sedation is not advised since effects of tranquilizers on animals at high
altitudes are unpredictable. Your veterinarian should decide whether or
not to prescribe a tranquilizer for your pet. If you believe some form of
sedation might be helpful, be sure to obtain expert medical advice.
Animals in Public Areas:
Do not take your pet out of its kennel inside the airport. In keeping with
airport regulations and as a courtesy to other passengers, you should let
your pet out (leashed) only after you leave the terminal building.
Pet Health:
Have your pet evaluated by your personal veterinarian to be sure your
pet is fit for air travel. Some species, e.g., pug-nosed dogs simply do not
fly well because they have difficulty breathing even under normal
conditions.
Pet Stress:
Keep strangers, especially children, at a distance if your pet seems to be
nervous. Even the most gentle pet can be provoked into growling or
snapping.
Pet Immigration Requirements:
Contact your local transportation office for specific immigration
requirements for the country to which you are shipping your pet.
For additional information, contact one of the AMC commercial locations
or your local Transportation Office /AMC Passenger Terminal. AMC
Commercial Location Telephone Numbers Seattle Tacoma IAP (SEA)
DSN 382-0555 Com (253)-982-0555, E-mail: eagle@mcchord.af.mil
Fax: Commercial (253)982-6815 or DSN 382-6815 Baltimore
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Washington IAP (BWI) DSN 243-6900 Com 410-918-6900 (877)-429-4262
Fax 410-918-6903 or DSN 243-6903 E-mail: det1305aps@mcguire.af.mil
HQ AMC/A4TP Passenger Policy Branch Phone: DSN 779-4593 COM'L
(618) 229-4593
Please see Dangerous Dog Breeds to view the laws regarding your canine.
Kennel Reservations:
Step 1: Please call the kennel to make a reservation 45-60 days prior to
arrival to make sure there is space for your animal.
You can reach the kennel at COM: 011-351-295-573-855; DSN: 535-3855
or email atlanticpetkennel@lajes.af.mil
Step 2: Fax or e mail current vaccination records for your animal. This must
be done before you arrive.
Step 3: A refundable $25 deposit is required. You can give us your credit
card number by e-mail or phone. After receiving updated vaccinations and
a deposit, your reservation will be complete.
Please note: customers must provide a 24 hour cancellation notice or the
$25 deposit will be forfeited. Additionally, there is a $25 charge if kennel
keys are lost.
Vaccinations
required for Kennel:
Please note: that the Portuguese only require a rabies vaccine to import a
pet.
Dogs: Distemper, (this includes Leptospirosis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza,
Hepatitis, Adenovirus), Rabies and Bordetella (Kennel Cough).
Cats: Distemper (this includes Rhinotracheitis, Panleukopenia,
Calicivirus and Chlamydophilia), Feline Leukemia and Rabies.
Bordetella (Kennel Cough) must be administered at least one week (7
days) prior to boarding, allowing the shot to take effect in the immune
system. It is not necessary to wait until 7 days prior to boarding at the
kennel to have your dog vaccinated for Bordetella.
If a dog has had the Bordetella vaccine in its system for LESS THAN 7
days, the owner will be required to sign a waiver releasing the kennel of
responsibility in the event the dog contracts Bordetella while staying in
the kennel.
Please note: The Corona virus vaccine is not required for boarding a dog
in the kennel. It is recommended for any dog living on the island,
however, due to the large number of stray dogs on the island. This virus
can be contracted through contact with the feces of an infected dog.
Importation:
Requirements from US to Portugal
The vaccination requirements to import a pet into Portugal are different
than the requirements to utilize the Atlantic Island Kennels. The
Portuguese only require a rabies vaccine to import a pet.
Please see Dangerous Dog Breeds to view the laws regarding your
canine.
Download Portuguese pet requirements brochure.
Proof of rabies vaccination, a health certificate, and a microchip are the
main importation requirements. A bilingual health certificate is needed
and it can be found at
http://www.aphis.usda.gov/regulations/vs/iregs/animals/
The requirements can and do change periodically.
For the most accurate information, contact the Portuguese Consulate
nearest you. Go to www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/fco to help you find the
Portuguese Embassy nearest to you.
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Portugal Embassy stateside telephone number is (202) 328-8610, hours
are Monday thru Friday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Download Dogs/Cats/Ferrets - Fillable bilingual EU health export certificate
for Portugal
The Azores follows procedures set up by the Portuguese government. The
Lajes Veterinary Treatment Facility does not have power over the
requirements for moving a pet to Lajes.
Since the Portuguese Consular frequently changes the requirements for
entering the country, you should contact the Portuguese Embassy,
Consular for current requirements at:
The Portuguese Embassy, Consular Section
2310 Tracy Place, N.W.
Washington, DC 20008
Phone: 202-332-3007
There is no quarantine unless you fail to fulfill entry requirements. In
general, both rabies and the distemper vaccinations are needed. The
vaccines cannot be more than 11 months or less than 30 days old. A health
certificate is required, dated within 10 days of departure. The health
certificate must cover the duration of your flight to Lajes and not expire until
after you pass through Customs. An ISO standard microchip is also
required. The FAVN Rabies Anti-boy test is not required at this moment
although it could change. Check with the Portuguese Embassy for updates.
More detailed information can be found at: http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/sites/
Importation of Dogs and Cats Not from CONUS:
Follow the vaccination requirements above. Check with the Portuguese
Embassy in the country of origin to determine if an import permit is
required. In general, members of the European Union do not require this
Base Registration:
All animals arriving on the island must be registered with the veterinary
clinic within 72 hours. A microchip identification system is available and
mandatory. Dogs and cats are required to be immunized against rabies
and distemper annually. A Veterinarian Treatment Facility Policy Form
must also be completed during registration.
Download animal registration form.
Veterinary Clinic:
The Veterinary Clinic strives to provide the best possible treatment for
your pet. Please note that the Veterinarian is not always on Island.
The Vet Tech can provide these general services:

annual vaccines

nail trim

minor sick call appointments while the vet is not here to include ear
and skin infections, and laboratory support (CBC, CHEM urinalysis, ear
and skin smears, heartworm test, and feline leukemia test)
Veterinarian:

spays

neuters

dentals

major sick call appointments (those that cannot be handled by the
technician)
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Dangerous Dog Breeds
Brasilian Mastiff, Argentine Dogue, Pit Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, American
Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and Tosa Inu are all
considered dangerous breeds according to Portuguese law. This list
includes the mixes of these with other breeds. If a dog has ever bitten,
attacked, or injured someone it is considered dangerous and is subject to
these rules regardless of its breed. This does not apply to animals that are
property of security forces, military, or police. Fines for failure to license a
dangerous breed can be up to 3,740 Euros.
Brazilian mastiff
argentine dogue
Rottweiler
American Staffordshire
terrier
A special license is required for dangerous breeds and dangerous dogs. It
can be obtained in the Town Hall (Junta de Freguesia). The license must
be renewed annually. To obtain a license, shot records and proof that the
dog has been electronically identified through a microchip are required.
After the dog is registered, a permit to go into public is required. The
requirements for such a permit are:
1.
the registering individual must be at least 18 years old;
2.
the individual must sign a responsibility document , where the animal
characteristics and the accommodations are clear;
3.
provide criminal background;
4.
and provide an insurance policy of at least € 50.000, that can be
obtained for about 25 -30 € per year.
This permit is annual, so, it has to be yearly renewed.
Pit bull terrier
Staffordshire
bull terrier
Tosa inu
counter-order.
penalty (euros)
Supervisor entity
Dangerous animals or potentially dangerous
No license for detaining
odgment witouth safety conditions
Whenever dangerous breeds are walked outside, the individual must
always make sure he/she carries the license, the dog is muzzled, and the
leash is not longer than one meter.
If the animal injures someone, presents an aggressive behavior, or is
difficult to control, it could be sterilized or put to sleep.
Registering through the local veterinary clinic is not sufficient to register a
dangerous breed or dangerous dog.
City Hall
Walking the animals without the conditions provided by
law
o insurance
nimal’s training for participating in fights or in order to
increase the animals aggressiveness
Failure to train or certified training record
No Sterilization ordered by the Veterinary General
Directorade
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