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Tyndall AFB Veterinary Clinic

Phone Number: 850-283-7372

Hours of Operation

• Monday: 1-3:30 p.m.
• Tuesday: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (Closed between 12-1 p.m.)
• Wednesday: 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

The Tyndall Veterinary Clinic provides services to dogs and cats only. Currently open for Wellness and Health Certificate Exams only.

Bay County Pet Vaccination Requirements

• Bay County requires every adult dog and cat to be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian with a U.S. government approved rabies vaccine every 12 months.
• Proof of vaccination shall consist of a rabies vaccination tag and certificate signed by the veterinarian administering the vaccination. The certificate and the rabies vaccination tag shall be displayed about the dog's neck at all times. The wearing of a rabies vaccination tag by a cat shall be left to the discretion of the animal's owner.

Animal Control Agencies

• Bay County Animal Control: 850-767-3333
• Lynn Haven Animal Control: 850-265-4699

Moving with Pets

• A service member may be authorized allowances associated with the costs of moving with one household pet. A household pet is a cat or dog. For moves within CONUS, the Service member may be reimbursed up to $550 and for OCONUS, up to $2,000.
• If military to military couples are traveling on separate PCS orders, then both may be authorized pet transportation allowances (two household pets total).

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.