Canada to Mexico – A Complete Pet Travel Guide for Dogs and Cats
Traveling from Canada to Mexico with your dog or cat is simple — if you follow the rules. From microchips, rabies vaccines, and health certificates to airline requirements, missing a step could cause delays or quarantine.
Superpets provides Canadian pet owners a step-by-step travel plan, vetted local vets, and easy guidance, making pet travel stress-free.
Can You Travel to Mexico with Your Pet?
Pets can travel if:
- Pet is microchipped
- Vaccinated against rabies
- Health certificate issued by vet
|
Requirement |
Mandatory? |
Notes |
|
Microchip |
Recommended |
ISO-compliant preferred |
|
Rabies vaccine |
Yes |
Must be valid ≥21 days |
|
Vet health certificate |
Yes |
Issued by Canadian vet |
|
Airline forms |
Yes |
Varies by airline |
Airline Requirements (Canada → Mexico)
|
Airline |
In-Cabin |
Cargo |
Max Pet Weight |
Carrier Type |
Notes |
|
Air Canada |
✅ |
✅ |
10 kg |
Soft-sided |
Reserve 48h ahead |
|
WestJet |
✅ |
✅ |
9 kg |
Airline-approved |
Fees apply |
|
Aeromexico |
✅ |
✅ |
10 kg |
Soft-sided |
Reserve in advance |
Traveling to Mexico doesn’t have to be stressful. Superpets provides a complete travel plan, connects to trusted vets, and ensures all documents are correct.
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Legal Disclaimer
This is not legal or veterinary advice. Travel requirements may change. Always verify with the CFIA, Mexico authorities, and your airline. Superpets provides guidance but cannot guarantee border approval.