Shipping Pets

For those PCSing to Camp Darby, prior to your arrival, you can ask the military vet on the post where you are stationed to insert a 15-digit (no letters) microchip. You can also go to a civilian veterinarian that is USDA certified.

To contain and control the number of stray dogs, the Tuscan law requires all dogs staying in Tuscany longer than 90 days to be registered at the Tuscan Dog Registry/USL (local Pisa Health Department #5).

Cats and ferrets are not required to be registered. However it is best to obtain a pet passport as soon as possible. A pet passport is required to depart Italy or Local Export Document.

The USDA website to utilize for further information: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel

Camp Darby does not provide veterinarian services. We recommend that you select a local veterinarian upon arrival. There are a few Italian veterinarians in the area that speak English.

For those on orders to Italy, a 15-digit (no letters) microchip is mandatory for entry to Italy. Italian law requires all dogs staying in Italy longer than 90 days to be registered.  

In order for your pet(s) to travel inside and outside the European Union, stay in local hotels, visit a groomer, kennel facility and attend lessons with a trainer, you will need to acquire a European Union pet passport. Pet owners should apply for an EU pet passport as soon as they obtain a physical address (i.e. when they move out of temporary lodging and into permanent housing). To get information and start the process, contact the Vicenza Vet Clinic.

Veterinarian services are provided at Vicenza. If you would like to contact the clinic for information, call 39 0444 619160 or email usarmy.usag-italy.medcom-ph-e.list.vtf-vicenza@mail.mil.

Pets must enter the European Union through an approved airport in Europe. Contact your airline to ensure that your layovers and arrival destinations allow pets. If you have a large or "aggressive breed" dog, make sure to notify your airline in advance, as additional restrictions and crate requirements can be imposed on these pets.

Keep in mind that airlines can restrict travel with pets during summer and winter months. Make sure you check with your airline for updated temperature guidelines. 

Returning to CONUS

All pets returning to the United States must have an export document or pet passport issued by the Unita Locale Socio Sanitaria, or ULSS, Office and a health certificate issued within 10 days of arrival to your destination. If you are traveling in Europe, only a pet passport is required. Contact the Vicenza Veterinary Clinic for additional information and necessary documents.