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CDC Implements New Travel Regulations For Dogs

Starting August 1, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control are implementing new regulations to control the entry of dogs into the United State from other counties, including Canada and Mexico. These new rules apply to ALL DOGS, including puppies, service animals, and dogs who left the United States and are returning. They also apply whether you are a U.S. citizen, legal U.S. resident, or foreign national.

Urban Animal can help you with the required documentation. Visit our International Travel page to get started.

To learn more about the regulations, visit the CDC website.

Puget Sound Business Journal

Urban Animal’s founder and CEO, Dr. Cherri Trusheim is giving up control and ownership of the company she built more than a decade ago. But she is doing it one piece at a time. Say hello to the worker cooperative!

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If a Co-op Works for REI…Why Not Veterinary Care?

In a behind-the-scenes glimpse, Seattle Times’ Pacific NW Magazine, crafts a backstory about Urban Animal as the second half of the Doney Coe Pet Clinic cover story. Sandi Doughton highlights the staggering trends of what Americans spend on pet care, while one recent survey found nearly 30 % of dog owners put off veterinary care due to the rising costs. Her article discusses the many factors driving up costs – shortage of veterinary professionals, higher wage demands, and increasingly sophisticated care options. However more importantly, learn about a hidden factor – private equity firms buying veterinary practices and how this affects prices. Urban Animal has a solution to help – a worker cooperative.

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Doney Coe Pet Clinic

The Seattle Times’ Pacific NW Magazine features Seattle’s own Doney Coe Pet Clinic and the amazing work the non-profit has been doing in the community for almost 40 years. Urban Animal is proud to partner with the organization as the lone veterinary practice in Seattle supporting their mission. It’s a win-win for Urban Animal. By helping Doney Coe’s clients and patients and offering an innovative way for employees to help ALL dogs and cats, the Urban Animal team give their time and energy to those who might otherwise not receive care.

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