Eglin AFB  Moving

Pet licenses are required in Okaloosa County. The county's Animal Control Agent is the Panhandle Animal Welfare Society (PAWS). Please call them at 850-678-5066, if you have questions. An annual license fee of $20 per household is required for those households on Eglin and Hurlburt that maintain dogs and/or cats. Valid proof of rabies shot is required to register pets at the Eglin Veterinary Clinic, 850-882-8250 or DSN 312-872-8250. Eglin Vet Clinic hours are 7:45am-12pm and 1pm-3:45pm Monday through Friday. Privately owned animals/pets of military members are seen by appointment only.

There are no kennels on the base. Check the yellow pages of the Fort Walton Beach phone directory for the complete listing or go to TalkingPhoneBook.com for additional information on the Fort Walton Beach/Destin area. Pets are not allowed in on-base lodging.

Pet Health

Nothing can waylay a trip with an animal faster than a health problem, and your pet's well-being should be of primary importance to you. A clean bill of health is an important first step in assuring your pet's ability to adjust safely to unfamiliar surroundings. In addition, most states and countries require recent health certificates and disease inoculation documentation before you will be allowed to cross borders, making a trip to the veterinarian mandatory.

Air Travel

According to federal regulations, an airline cannot accept an animal from its owner unless the following qualifications are met: The animal must be 1) at least 8 weeks old; 2) certified as healthy within 10 days prior to departure; 3) secured in a carrier which meets the required standards; and 4) adequately identified in the manner specified. Because airlines can be fined for not adhering to these regulations, animals will be turned away at a ticket counter, so it is to your advantage to be conscientious in preparing for your pet's journey.

Peculiar/Unique Regulations/Restrictions

• Dogs and cats three months of age or older which are kept on base must be registered and vaccinated annually for rabies.
• Dog owners are reminded that heartworm disease is very prevalent in the dog population and animals should be given preventive medication.
• Animal control is strictly enforced and cats and dogs must be on a leash whenever they are outside.
• Animals maintained outside must be secured by fences and cages.
• Pets are not allowed in any temporary on base accommodations.  
• No more than two pets per household are allowed in base housing. No exotic pets are allowed. Contact the Housing Office if you have pet questions.

Sand & Spur Stables

This is the private organization that has horse stables and other horse facilities on base.  Horse lovers will enjoy the Sand and Spur Riding Club.  Members may stable their horses on base and use the pastures and training facilities.  For questions, call 850-240-1821