Know Before You Go—Rabies Antibody Testing
Mar 16 2020Many countries in the world are rabies free, and their animal import regulations guard their country’s biosecurity.
There are two types of rabies antibody titer tests—FAVN-OIE and RFFIT. Only the FAVN-OIE is accepted by all countries, and the testing must be run at an approved lab. Most countries require rabies vaccination at least 30 days before the rabies antibody blood draw.
Following the country veterinary protocol is critical to a successful move. Every step must be done correctly to avoid delays. The required test must be done by a USDA-accredited veterinarian. Dog owners should expect a minimum of at least four veterinary visits, and cat owners should expect a minimum of three visits to complete the required protocols for some countries.
The table below details common destinations requiring rabies antibody testing before importing dogs, cats, and ferrets.
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Most countries require rabies vaccination at least 30 days before the rabies antibody blood draw.
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