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Pet birds frequently require an official veterinary health certificate for entry (details depend on origin and current avian influenza measures).

May be required depending on species/origin/disease status; verify via CFIA’s tool/AIRS.

Proof of current rabies vaccination for cats ≥3 months (personal, non-commercial).

Proof of current rabies vaccination for dogs ≥3 months (personal, non-commercial).

Normally not required for personal dogs from low-risk origins. Commercial imports and dogs from high-risk origins have additional restrictions.

Proof of rabies vaccination (recommended/expected) for ferrets ≥3 months old.

Many aquatic species are regulated; a CFIA Aquatic Animal Health import permit may be required depending on species/origin.

Generally not required for personal pet rabbits from the U.S. but verify in CFIA’s tool/AIRS; commercial/other origins differ.

Often not required for common personal pet reptiles, but may apply depending on species/origin; check AIRS.

Entry is controlled under the Health of Animals Regulations; CFIA’s import reference indicates turtles/tortoises may only be imported in accordance with the regulations, and a permit can be required depending on origin/purpose.