🏥 CDC-Registered Animal Care Facility – Seattle

Dog Gone Taxi | Safe Entry for International Pets from Rabies-Risk Countries

Welcome to Seattle’s only CDC-registered Animal Care Facility, providing federally compliant intake for pets arriving from countries with high rabies risk. We ensure every animal receives safe, USDA-vetted care during quarantine and customs processing.
–Seattle is a CARGO ONLY PORT – No accompanied or hand carry pets allowed unless registered service dogs.

🐾 What Is a CDC-Registered Facility?

A CDC-registered Animal Care Facility (ACF) is a federally designated location authorized to receive dogs from rabies-risk countries under strict health and safety regulations. We:

Provide secure, species-specific quarantine for 10-day observation
Work directly with U.S. Customs, CDC, and DAFF to ensure lawful entry
Maintain detailed vaccination, ID, and import compliance documentation
Host USDA-accredited veterinarians on site

Facility Location

Our CDC‑registered Animal Care Facility is the first ACF in the United States directly connected to a licensed veterinary clinic, providing seamless access to medical oversight and USDA‑accredited care. Located just 5 minutes from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, our setup allows for fast, controlled, and compliant processing of dogs arriving from CDC high‑risk rabies countries.

Quarantine intake is managed in a dedicated, secured wing designed specifically for rabies‑risk arrivals. Access to the property is restricted through gated pedestrian and vehicle entry, ensuring privacy, safety, and full adherence to CDC and USDA protocols from gate to quarantine suite.

Our integrated veterinary partnership provides immediate exam access, endorsement scheduling, and on‑site care, streamlining every step of the import process.

In addition to quarantine services, we offer courier support and air‑cargo connection throughout the Pacific Northwest, enabling smooth onward transport for animals continuing their journey beyond Seattle.

📋 What We Provide

Service Area
Details
Bonded Transport
Secure pickup from airport directly to our facility using licensed transport
Offload & Intake
Safe kennel offloading, identity verification, and intake documentation
Pet Care & Sanitization
Immediate hydration, rest, and quarantine with USDA-gradeleaning protocols
Vet Coordination
We schedule vet exams and rabies re-treatment—usually on arrival day
Customs Processing
Fast document handling with our own customs bond for efficient clearance

START HERE – WITH OUR FORM INTAKE →

Want to see what’s required to Book with us and RATES?
Request a Custom Quote → We’ll guide you through every step.

🏗️ Inside Our Facility
Our clean, climate-controlled intake zones are built for compliance and care. Below are actual images from our Seattle location:

📸 Quarantine Suite with Separate Airflow
📸 Accredited Vet Exam Station
📸 Individual Kennels with Isolation Capability

No dogs are facing each other for stress reduction
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How Does Booking Work?
We streamline international intake in 3 steps:

1. Request a Quote → Get pricing and timing based on your pet’s breed, travel plan, and country of origin
2. Confirm Booking → We provide intake paperwork and reserve your quarantine space – get a start now gathering your details on this form [see attached]
3. CDC/USDA Compliance Support → We assist with vet endorsements, titer coordination, and SAFE TraQ uploads

For dogs arriving from a High‑Risk Rabies Country with a foreign rabies vaccine
Please email ALL the following items for each dog to: Dgtacf@gmail.com
Submissions that are incomplete cannot be processed or approved.

📄 Required Documents (PDFs)

  1. CDC Dog Import Form – Receipt (one per dog)
  2. Certification of Foreign Rabies Vaccination & Microchip Form (CFRVM)
    • Completed by your veterinarian
    • Endorsed by an official government veterinarian
  3. Rabies Serology (Titer) Report
    • From a CDC‑approved laboratory
    • OR confirmation that you require a 28‑day quarantine
  4. Flight Itinerary showing the arrival airport, date, and flight number
  5. Required Photos

📸 Required Photos (JPG or PNG)

Essential Dog Photos (VERY IMPORTANT)
A. Teeth Photos – Age Verification (Minimum 6 Months Old)
  • ✅ Used to confirm the dog is at least 6 months old
  • ✅ Adult canines must be clearly visible
  • ✅ Provide clear, well‑lit, close‑up images
📸 Required:
  • At least one clear photo of the dog’s teeth
  • Ideally:
    • Front view of incisors and canines
    • Mouth open wide

B. Face Photo – Identification

📸 Requirements:

  • Full face must be visible
  • No heavy shadows, filters, or obstructions

C . Full Body Photo – Health & Identification

📸 Requirements:
  • Full body must be visible
  • Standing position preferred
  • Use good lighting and, if possible, a neutral background
  1. Clear face photo of your dog
  2. Clear full‑body photo of your dog

✅ Important Reminders

  • Dogs must be at least 6 months old
  • Dogs must be microchipped (microchip must be implanted before rabies vaccination)
  • Microchip numbers must match all documentation
  • Dogs must appear healthy in photos and upon arrival
  • Each dog needs its own complete set of documents and photos

START HERE
Complete the Move Quote Form : MOVE QUOTE

Curious but not ready to commit?
Download Our CDC Intake Prep Template (Preview) to see what’s needed and start gathering your documents.