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Tyndall AFB Veterinary Treatment Facility

The Tyndall AFB Veterinary Clinic provides clinical care for government-owned animals and routine wellness services for (Dogs and Cats Only) owned by authorized military service members, retirees, and their families.

Facility Location    
300 Iowa Avenue
Building 1407
Tyndall AFB, FL 32403

Phone Number: 850-283-7372

Clinic Hours of Operation

Monday: 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Closed for lunch 12: – 1 p.m.)
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Services & Patron Eligibility

Eligible Patrons: Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, Military Retirees, Medal of Honor recipients, and registered dependents.

Available Services: Routine Wellness Examinations and Official Interstate/International Health Certificates for Dogs and Cats Only.

Bay County Pet Vaccination Mandates

Rabies Immunization: Annual rabies vaccination administered by a licensed veterinarian is mandatory every 12 months for all adult dogs and cats.

Tags & Documentation: Owners must maintain a signed certificate. Dogs must wear the rabies tag at all times. Cat tag wear is at owner discretion.

Local Animal Control Directory

Bay County Animal Control    
6401 Bayline Drive 
Panama City, FL 32401    

Phone Number: 850-767-3333

Lynn Haven Animal Control    
1750 Recreation Drive
Lynn Haven, FL 32444    

Phone Number: 850-265-4699
After Hours Phone Number: 850-265-4111

PCS Pet Relocation Reimbursements

CONUS Move: Up to $550 for one household pet (dog or cat).
OCONUS Move: Up to $2,000 for one household pet (dog or cat).
Dual-Military Couples: Up to two pets total if both members travel on separate official PCS orders.

Moving with pets

When you’re preparing for a military move, your pet is part of the family. Moving with a pet can add another layer of complexity to your plans, especially if you’re moving overseas. The first step in moving with pets is, “Know Before You Go”.

Learn about pet regulations in your new community well in advance of your move which includes educating yourself on:

• Licensing and quarantine requirements
• Possible breed restrictions
• What health documents you need to bring with you
• Community rules about what animals and breeds are allowed
• Health regulations for the specific state and county

If traveling by car, determine in advance which hotels along the way will accept pets. Some families find it best to stay at campgrounds rather than hotels. A list of pet-friendly hotels maybe found by searching the internet.

If you are traveling by air, ensure you are aware and educated on air travel rules and regulations.

Effective February 21, 2025, service members who are unable to take their pet to their next permanent duty station may be authorized reimbursement for the cost of pet transportation to an alternative location or designated place.

A service member may be authorized allowances associated with the costs of moving with one household pet. For moves within CONUS, the service member may be reimbursed up to $550 and for OCONUS, up to $2,000.

Pet Boarding

If you will be arriving with a pet it is highly recommended you make reservations to board your pet as soon as you know your arrival date. The Tyndall AFB Veterinary Clinic does not offer boarding services.

Please search the internet for pet-friendly hotels in the local area. There are several pet boarding facilities in the Bay County area. The average cost to board a pet is between $40 and $75 per day. Boarding rates are dependent on the size and/or breed of the pet. Contact your sponsor for information on local kennels/boarding facilities in the local area. All pet boarding facilities require your pet's current immunization records for boarding.