Rabies Certificate
Animal movements are governed by international, European and national guidelines, with the aim of guaranteeing animal health and public health. To this end, there is legislation of different levels addressing different types of movements, species and diseases.
In our laboratory we process the certificates so that you can travel with your companion with all guarantees.
Sample collection
Sample collection must be carried out by an authorised veterinarian (clinical veterinarian).
Timing
- At least 30 days after vaccination;
- No less than 3 months before the date of travel from a third country.
However, this three-month period shall not apply in cases of re-entry of a pet whose passport certifies that a post-vaccination rabies antibody test was carried out with a favourable result before the animal left the territory of the European Union.
Protection threshold
For the animal to be considered protected, the serum must have an antibody titre equal to or greater than 0.5 IU/ml.
Sample storage
Samples must be stored properly until shipment. They may be kept refrigerated if they are to be sent within the first 3 days after collection. If shipment is to take place after this period, it is recommended to freeze them until shipment.
Recommended sample
Animal serum separated from blood and preferably centrifuged (0.5 to 2 ml), collected in a dry tube, or in a vacutainer-type tube with serum separator.
Destination China, Japan or Australia
For these destinations the physical form has an additional cost of €7.79 + VAT.
