HAWAII
RABIES
QUARANTINE
Information Brochure
This brochure contains important information
about pre- and post-arrival requirements,
quarantine station procedures, policies,
rules, operations and fees.
It is strongly advised that you read and
this information brochure and check the website
for future changes.
Animal Quarantine Station
99-951 Halawa Valley Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701-5602
E-mail: RabiesFree@hawaii.gov
Website: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Rev August 31, 2018
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RABIES QUARANTINE INFORMATION BROCHURE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) Location and Contact Information .................. 3
Hours of Operation .............................................................................................................. 3
Hawaii's Rabies Quarantine Law ............................................................................. 4
Prohibited Animals .............................................................................................................. 4
Puppies and Kittens ............................................................................................................ 4
Hawaii Resident Pets .......................................................................................................... 4
Pets En Route to Other Destinations .................................................................................. 4
Exempt Areas. ..................................................................................................................... 5
Planning Your Pet’s Move ........................................................................................ 5
Determine If Your Pet Should Move To Hawaii ................................................................... 5
120-Day Quarantine ............................................................................................................ 6
5 Day Or Less Program ...................................................................................................... 6
Checklist Guide ................................................................................................................... 7
Checklist 1 for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program .......................... 9
Checklist 2 for Requesting DAR at Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports ........................... 15
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing and
Returning for Direct Airport Release and the 5 Day Or Less Program
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Checklist 4 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing and
Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports on Return
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Map Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility at HNL
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Preparations for Dogs and Cats That Will Be Quarantined
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Map Animal Quarantine Station………………………………………………………………..33
Pet Admissions ........................................................................................................ 32
Arrival Examination. .......................................................................................................... 33
Airline Animal Crates......................................................................................................... 34
Kennel Accommodations .................................................................................................. 34
Care of Your Pet ....................................................................................................... 34
Co-Owners ........................................................................................................................ 35
Animal Medical Care ......................................................................................................... 35
Approved Veterinary Hospital ........................................................................................... 35
Medication ......................................................................................................................... 36
Protect Your Pet from Heartworm ..................................................................................... 36
Tick Control ....................................................................................................................... 36
Feeding Your Pet .............................................................................................................. 37
Complete Care .................................................................................................................. 37
Grooming .......................................................................................................................... 37
Visiting Your Pet ................................................................................................................ 38
Multiple Pet Visitation. ....................................................................................................... 38
Summary of Animal Quarantine Station Rules ..................................................... 39
Financial Information .............................................................................................. 39
Refunds ..................................................................................................................... 41
Pet Release ............................................................................................................... 41
Satellite (Privately Owned Quarantine Stations) ................................................... 41
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ANIMAL QUARANTINE STATION INFORMATION
Department of Agriculture
Rabies Quarantine Branch
99-951 Halawa Valley Street
Aiea, Hawaii 96701-5602
Telephone Number:(808) 483-7151 FAX: (808) 483-7161
Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (808) 837-8092 (24-hours)
web site: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
e-mail: [email protected]
Bus Routes: For information about bus transportation, call The Bus at 848-5555.
HOURS OF OPERATION
*HOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
PET VISITING
Tuesday, Thursday: 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm*
Wednesday: 1:00 pm to 5:30 pm*
Saturday, Sunday: 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm*
No Visiting On Mondays, Fridays and State Holidays
GROOMING HOURS
ONLY BY APPOINTMENT (Made a day or more in advance) 30 minutes per appointment
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9:00 am to 11:00 am*
(Last appointment at 10:30 am)
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 am to 10:00 am*
(Last appointment at 9:30 am)
No Grooming Appointments On Mondays, Fridays and State Holidays
BUSINESS COUNTER
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am to 11:00 am*
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm*
Wednesday: 8:00 am to 11:00 am*
1:00 pm to 5:30 pm*
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 7:00 am to 10:00 am*
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm*
PET RELEASES
Monday through Friday: 9:00 am to 11:00 am*
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm*
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 am to 10:00 am*
12:00 pm to 3:30 pm*
THE STATION IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS, FRIDAYS AND STATE HOLIDAYS
THE STATION IS NOT OPEN FOR VISITING OR GROOMING ON THOSE DAYS
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Hawaii's Rabies Quarantine Law
Hawaii is the only state in the US that is rabies-free. Hawaii's dog and cat import law is designed
to protect residents, visitors and pets from the potentially serious health problems associated with
the introduction and spread of rabies. All dogs and cats regardless of age (puppies and kittens
included) or purpose, must comply with Hawaii’s dog and cat import requirements.
Chapter 4-29 Hawaii Administrative Rules (HAR) governs the importation of dogs, cats and other
carnivores into Hawaii. This law states that dogs and cats meeting specific pre- and post-arrival
requirements, may qualify for quarantine of 5 Day Or Less or direct release after inspection.
Furthermore, the law requires dogs and cats not meeting all of the specific 5 Day Or Less program
requirements to be quarantined for up to 120 days upon arrival In Hawaii. Please refer to the
Checklist Guide on page 7
(See “PREPARATIONS FOR DOGS AND CATS THAT WILL BE QUARANTINED” for details on
120-day quarantine.)
Prohibited Animals Non-domestic dogs and cats and hybrids such as wolf, wolf cross, Dingo,
Bengal, Savannah, etc. are prohibited under Plant Quarantine Branch law.
Refer to http://hdoa.hawaii.gov/pi/pq/travel-shipping-information/ or contact Plant Quarantine
Branch with questions at (808) 832-0566 or (808) 837-8413.
Puppies and Kittens Due to the minimum amount of time needed to prepare a puppy or kitten
to meet the requirements of the 5 Day Or Less program, a puppy or kitten will be about 6 months
of age by the time preparations are completed. Puppies and kittens not able to meet all of the
requirements for the 5 Day Or Less program will be quarantined for 120 days.
Pets Located in Hawaii Owners wishing to leave Hawaii with their pets, and return without
extended quarantine, must meet specific rabies vaccination and FAVN rabies antibody blood test
requirements. The length of the waiting period after a successful rabies blood test is modified and
the test must be completed before leaving Hawaii.
Refer to Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and
Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing and Returning for Direct Airport Release and the 5 Day
Or Less Program (HNL) or Checklist 4 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are
Departing and Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports on Return.
Please study the requirements for each program carefully as any deficiency or
deviation from the stated requirements (including time intervals) will disqualify the pet
from that program and result in quarantine of up to 120-days
*WARNING! It is STRONGLY recommended that owners of pets residing in Hawaii
obtain a copy of their pet’s passing OIE-
FAVN rabies test result from their veterinarian
before leaving Hawaii. Pets without a documented passing OIE-
FAVN rabies blood test and
required rabies vaccinations before departure from Hawaii will be quarantined for up to 120
days upon return without exception.
This information brochure has been developed for Hawaii visitors and residents traveling with
or sending their animals to Hawaii and it is the responsibility of each dog and cat owner to
comply with all the requirements described herein. Contact the Rabies Quarantine Branch with
any questions well in advance of your pet’s arrival in Hawaii as law does not permit exemptions
or modifications of any entry requirement. You may obtain further assistance via e-mail to
(Animal Quarantine Station Tel:(808) 483-7151, FAX: (808) 483-7161)
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Pets En Route to Other Destinations If they are not qualified for direct airport release, pets
passing through Hawaii with transit layover periods of more than 24 hours are required to be
quarantined at the State facility. For layover periods of 24 hours or less, animals are held at the
Animal Port provided by the Hawaiian Humane Society. The Hawaiian Humane Society may be
reached at (808) 946-2187.
If your pet’s transit layover period is longer than 24 hours, be sure to provide the Animal
Quarantine Station with a complete itinerary at least 72 hours prior to departure from Hawaii.
Advance notice is required so your pet can be transported to the Airport Holding Facility in
preparation for departure. Owners of pets in transit are charged the following fees: $45.00
registration/record fee and $14.30 per day.
Exempt Areas Animals entering Hawaii on direct flights from the British Isles, Australia, Guam
and New Zealand may be exempt from quarantine if specific requirements are met. If you are
planning to import animals from these areas, please refer to the information and “Checklist For
Pets Arriving From British Isles, Australia, Guam And New Zealand” at: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-
info or contact the Animal Quarantine Station by e-mail for instructions regarding pre-entry
Modified Quarantine Relating To Service Animals
For information and requirements relating to service animals refer to the Department of Agriculture
website: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Direct Release on Neighbor Islands: Pets may qualify for direct release at Ellison Onizuka
Kona International Airport at Keahole (Big Island), Kahului Airport (Maui) and Lihue Airport (Kauai)
by obtaining a Neighbor Island Inspection Permit 30 days or more before arriving. Refer to the
appropriate checklist.
PLANNING YOUR PET'S MOVE
Determine If Your Pet Should Move to Hawaii Very old, very young (less than 9 weeks of
age), chronically ill, or debilitated animals should not be shipped. Pregnant animals are
prohibited from entering. Animals that are discovered pregnant during quarantine shall be
hospitalized at an approved veterinary facility at the owner’s expense. Owners with pets that
experience difficulties during warm weather should use caution whenever shipping pets to Hawaii.
Owners of pets with these or other special medical requirements must register and arrange for
quarantine of their pet at an approved veterinary hospital before arriving in Hawaii. High
temperatures and high humidity usually peak during May through October. Pet enclosures at the
Animal Quarantine Station are outdoor kennels. Pet owners should consult with their veterinarians
regarding potential pet hazards in Hawaii such as toads and poisonous plants.
Persons importing pets into the State of Hawaii do so at their own risk. Aside from
negligence, the State will not assume liability for any consequences resulting from shipment or
confinement. The owner assumes all liability by presenting the animal for quarantine.
Airline Policy The Department of Agriculture does not have any regulation regarding where pets
fly within the aircraft on flights to Hawaii. It is totally up to each airline’s policy.
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120-DAY AND 5 DAY OR LESS PROGRAMS
There are two main programs for dogs and cats entering Hawaii: 5 Day Or Less
(that includes Direct Airport Release) and 120-Days for those animals that do not meet the
requirements for the 5 Day Or Less program.
Please refer to “Preparations For Dogs And Cats That Will Be Quarantined” (pg 33) for those pets
that are not able to qualify for the 5 Day Or Less program and will subsequently be in quarantine
for the full 120-days. (Reasons for not qualifying for the 5 Day Or Less program include inadequate
number or timing of rabies vaccinations, failed blood test or no blood test, puppies and kittens,
etc.)
INCLUDES AIRPORT RELEASE
Please refer to checklists. The current location of the pet and island destination will determine
which Checklists to use. Use the Checklist Guide that follows to assist identifying the correct
Checklist to use. Each Checklist contains detailed information and the required steps to follow to
prepare a cat or dog to qualify for these programs.
Direct Airport Release & 5 Day Or Less Program
120-Day Quarantine Program
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Use: Checklist
2
for Requesting Direct Airport Release at
Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports
Flying To:
KOA – Kona
Island of Hawaii
LIH– Lihue
Island of Kauai
OGG– Kahului
Island of Maui
If the Dog or Cat is:
Located in Hawaii;
Leaving the state; and
On return Flying To:
HNL – Honolulu
Island of Oahu
Use: Checklist
3
Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport Release and the 5 Day Or Less Program
Use: Checklist
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Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing and
Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports on Return
If the Dog or Cat is:
Located in Hawaii;
Leaving the state; and
OGG– Kahului
Island of Maui
LIH– Lihue
Island of Kauai
On return Flying To:
KOA – Kona
Island of Hawaii
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CHECKLIST GUIDE
Flying To:
HNL – Honolulu
Island of Oahu
Use: Checklist
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for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
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If the Dog or Cat is:
Not Located in Hawaii; and
If the Dog or Cat is:
Not Located in Hawaii; and
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The checklists on the following pages have been created to assist owners in preparing their
dog or cat to enter Hawaii without quarantine.
For complete information, additional forms and Checklists such as “Checklist for Pets Arriving from
British Isles, Australia, Guam and New Zealand”, go to the Hawaii Department of Agriculture’s,
Animal Quarantine Information Page at:
hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Please check each box after you read and understand each item so that all the procedures
are followed.
If all procedures are not followed in the case of Direct Airport Release (DAR) in Honolulu, the
dog or cat will be: denied Direct Airport Release and will undergo quarantine up to 120 days
until requirements are met for release; or transported out-of-State at the owner’s expense
If all procedures are not followed in the case of neighbor island entries, the dog or cat will be
denied entry at Kona, Kahului or Lihue Airport. Pets that are denied entry will be transported
to Honolulu for inspection and/or quarantine or transported out-of-State at the owner’s
expense.
CHECKLISTS
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Every dog or cat must meet the requirements listed on this Checklist and all required documents
must be received by the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) 10 days or more before the intended
date of arrival for Direct Airport Release (DAR) in Honolulu.
Refer to section “Step 5 Waiting Period” and “Step 8 Other” for information on DAR.
Your dog or cat must have an electronic microchip implanted before the FAVN rabies
antibody blood test is performed).
Have your veterinarian scan the microchip to verify that it is still working and see that the
microchip number is correct. Microchip number: ___________________
Any pet that cannot be identified by scanning the microchip will not qualify for either
Direct Airport Release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine and will be assigned to 120
days quarantine.
Your dog or cat must have been vaccinated at least twice for rabies in its lifetime.
The rabies vaccines must have been administered more than 30 days apart.
The current (most recent) rabies vaccine must have been administered:
More than 30 days before the pet’s date of arrival in Hawaii ; and
Not more than the vaccine’s licensed booster interval listed on the manufacturer’s label
Your veterinarian will give you rabies vaccination certificates for every rabies vaccination.
The date and type of vaccine must be indicated on these vaccination certificates.
• For pets in Hawaii, please use: “Checklist Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That Are Departing
and Returning for DAR or the 5 Day Or Less Program” instead.
All steps need to be completed to qualify for this program. If you are unable to meet the
following requirements, your pet will undergo quarantine for up to 120 days.
• For Owners wishing to fly their pet direct to Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kahului
Airport or Lihue Airport Refer to the “Checklist for Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and
Lihue
Airports” instead.
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Step 2 MICROCHIP NOTE! Make sure the microchip is working!
Step 3 RABIES VACCINATIONS
Checklist 1 for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL – Honolulu, Island of Oahu
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Step 1 PLANNING
NOTE! Two rabies vaccinations are required. The pet’s most recent rabies vaccination must not be expired
when your pet arrives in Hawaii. If arrival in Hawaii occurs before 30 days has elapsed from the most
recent rabies vaccination, the animal is subject to quarantine until the 30 days are completed.
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NOTE! Be sure “HAWAII” is listed as the destination on the lab submission form!
Do the FAVN Rabies Antibody Test.
Have the test done at an approved lab (Auburn University (AU), Kansas State University (KSU) or the
DOD Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory in Texas(DOD).
The day after AU, KSU or DOD received your pet’s blood sample must not be more than 36 months
and not less than 30 days before the date of arrival in Hawaii.
Note! Be aware that use of an intermediate lab (Antech, Idexx, etc.) may delay the date AU, KSU
and DOD receives your pet’s sample.
The result of the dog’s or cat’s blood test must be greater than or equal to 0.5 IU/ml.
Obtain a copy of this successful blood test result from your veterinarian showing the pet’s microchip
number for your records. Do not contact the laboratory directly.
Following a successful FAVN Rabies Antibody test result, animals must wait at least 30 days before
arriving in Hawaii. If arrival occurs before 30 days has elapsed, the animal is subject to quarantine
until 30 days are completed
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Your pet must complete the 30-day waiting period before arriving in Hawaii or your pet will not qualify
for either direct airport release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine program when it arrives.
1. Completed Dog & Cat Import Form AQS-279. (Does NOT have to be notarized.)
2. Original certificates for 2 rabies vaccinations (must be signed in ink by a licensed veterinarian.)
The 2 rabies vaccination certificates must have the vaccine name, lot or serial number, booster
interval, vaccination date and vaccine lot expiration date listed.
Step 4 FAVN RABIES ANTIBODY TEST NOTE! RFFIT Do NOT do a RFFIT test
Checklist
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for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL – Honolulu, Island of Oahu
IMPORTANT!: The waiting period begins the day after AU, KSU or DOD received the blood sample
for the OIE-FAVN test. The test must also have a result > 0.5 IU/ml.
WARNING! Arriving before the 30-day waiting period has elapsed will result in disqualification of a pet
from the 5 Day Or Less quarantine program and direct airport release. All pets arriving before the
eligible date of entry will be quarantined and assessed $14.30 each day in addition to the
$244.00 program fee. There are no exceptions.
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Step 5 WAITING PERIOD NOTE! Arriving Early = Disqualification
Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
IMPORTANT! Authorized Handlers and Transport Companies cannot be listed as owners of an animal.
Not identifying and listing the legal owner of the animal on the Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS-279) is
considered fraud and will create delays in processing and disqualification.
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Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED (continued)
3. An original health certificate in English, done within 14 days of arrival in Hawaii including rabies
vaccine name, lot or serial number, booster interval, vaccination date and expiration date is
required.
If you do not send the original health certificate to the Animal Quarantine Station in advance of
your pet’s arrival with your other documents, you must provide the health certificate upon arrival
to the Inspector. Failure to bring the original health certificate (photocopy not acceptable), will
prevent your pet from being released.
4. A veterinarian must treat the pet for ticks with a product containing a long-acting product labeled
to kill ticks (Revolution
®
is not acceptable) within 14 days of arrival and the product name and
date of treatment must be recorded on the pet’s health certificate.
5. If you are applying for re-entry under the same FAVN blood test and rabies vaccinations used
for a previous entry, you must send a copy of the Airport Release Card given to you when your
pet was released at the airport on that previous arrival in Hawaii.
Send documents in as a set so they are received more than 10 days before arrival in Honolulu, to:
Animal Quarantine Station, 99-951 Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701. Send by mail with
return receipt to verify delivery, or by an overnight carrier that provides tracking of your documents.
Be sure to allow adequate time to ensure your documents are received by AQS more than 10 days
before your pet arrives at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu for DAR.
Failure to send documents as instructed will incur additional fees and can disqualify a pet
from airport release. Other than the original health certificate, hand carrying documents in for
review and qualification on arrival will cause delay and result in a higher fee of $244 for DAR.
Priority is given to dog and cat owners that properly submitted documents beforehand as instructed.
Send documents (Dog & Cat Import Form AQS-279, two rabies vaccination certificates, payment*),
include a cashier’s check or money order (no personal checks are accepted) for $185 for Direct
Airport Release in HNL or $244 for 5 Day Or Less. Include your pet’s microchip number with the
payment to ensure proper credit. Payable to: Department of Agriculture.
If you are applying for re-entry under the same OIE-FAVN blood test and rabies vaccinations used on
a previous entry, send a copy of the Airport Release card given to you when your pet was released at
the airport from the previous arrival.
Payment must be made in full before your pet will be released. Payment more than fees will receive
refunds through the mail in approximately 8 weeks or more after a request for refund is made.
Retain copies of necessary qualification documents for your files and to accompany your pet as a
backup.
Owners wishing to fly their pet direct to the island of Hawaii, island of Maui or island of Kauai must
send in documents in 30 days or more before arrival and request a Neighbor Island Inspection
Permit.
Checklist
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for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL – Honolulu, Island of Oahu
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Note! Faxes and photocopies are not accepted!
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Step 7 SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS
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Step 7 SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS (continued)
A Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) is required to fly direct to Kona International Airport at
Keahole (KOA), Kahului Airport (OGG) or Lihue Airport (LIH). Refer to the
“Checklist for Requesting
Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airports” No permit is required to fly into Honolulu
at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), island of Oahu.
It is recommended that you check your pet’s blood test results at the Hawaii Department of
Agriculture web site: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Direct Airport Release
Arrange for your pet to arrive at the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (AAQHF) at HNL -
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu during normal inspection hours between 8:00 AM
to 4:30 PM. It may take up to one hour for the airlines to transport a pet to AAQHF [Phone: (808) 837-
8092] Animals not delivered to the facility during normal inspection hours will not be released when
they arrive.
Warning!: Inspection hours are subject to change at any time without notice.
Unless prior arrangements are made with the AAQHF, pets qualified for Direct Airport Release that
arrive between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM must be picked up between 8 to 10 AM during the subsequent
inspection period at the AAQHF. If not picked up during that time, the pet will be transferred to the
AQS and entered in to the 5 Day Or Less program at $244. In this situation, after all necessary
documents are received and verified, pets may be picked up at the Animal Quarantine Station, 99-951
Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701, phone: (808) 483-7151, during normal office hours.
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Saturday,
Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
The higher fee of $244 for each dog or cat released at the airport shall apply (instead of $185) when
documents are not received by the Animal Quarantine Station 10 days or more before arrival. This
includes situations where documents are submitted on arrival for review and qualification purposes.
You must contact the AAQHF and notify them at (808) 837-8092 if you cannot pick up your pet the
day
it is delivered to the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (AAQHF) in HNL during normal
inspection hours between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The pet may be available for pick up from between 8:00 to 10:00 AM at the AAQHF the next day, or it
may be transferred to the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) the following morning. After 10 AM or
when pets are transferred to AQS, they are entered into the 5 Day Or Less program. Fee for the 5
Day Or Less program is $244 per pet.
Animals on international flights will need to clear U.S. Customs before they may be released from the
Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility. Please check with your airlines regarding U.S. Customs
clearance to assure they will be open to process your pet for release.
Your pet will not qualify for direct airport release if ticks or other parasites are found at the time of
arrival.
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Checklist
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for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL – Honolulu, Island of Oahu
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Step 8 OTHER
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Step 8 OTHER (continued)
Direct Airport Release will not be possible when prohibited by Federal airport security advisories.
Under those circumstances pets will be released the following day at the Animal Quarantine Station
99-951 Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701, phone: (808) 483-7151, during normal office hours:
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM to 3:30PM
The pet owner is responsibility to arrange all transportation for the pet once it is released from the
Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility in Honolulu. An animal may only be released to:
• The Owner listed on a Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS-279);
• The Consignee identified on the shipmaster’s declaration; or
• The Co-owner(s) or Authorized Handler listed on a Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS-279).
If you are not traveling with your pet, you must arrange with the airlines to consign your pet to the
individual who will pick up your pet.
Due to Federal security regulations at the Honolulu International Airport, all pets must be secured in
their flight carriers when picked up from the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility. Do not remove
your pet from its transport carrier on airport property!
You must notify the Animal Quarantine Station prior to arrival, follow the same procedures, and meet
all the requirements each time your pet enters or returns to Hawaii.
You will pay a fee of $185 per pet for direct airport release or $244 per pet for the 5 Day Or Less
program each time your pet enters or returns to Hawaii unless it qualifies for subsequent entry fees
outlined in: “Re-Entry Fee Requirements”.
Any dog or cat not picked up on its scheduled date for release is considered “Overdue” and an
additional $17.80 fee is added for each day a pet remains beyond its scheduled release date.
Animals are not allowed to remain in AQS past their scheduled release date.
Due to the high volume of telephone calls it’s recommended you contact staff with questions, by
email to [email protected]
.
Hawaii Department of Agriculture contacts: Animal Quarantine Station telephone:
Information included in this publication is subject to change and
revision at any time without notice
Checklist
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for Direct Airport Release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL – Honolulu, Island of Oahu
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NOTE! Pet owners should bring a baggage cart or other means to transport their crated pet from the Airport
Animal Quarantine Holding Facility to the Inter-island Terminal if traveling on to an outer island after
release of their pet. There are no carts or porters at the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility.
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NOTE! Two rabies vaccinations are required. The pet’s most recent rabies vaccination must not be expired
when your pet arrives in Hawaii. If arrival in Hawaii occurs before 30 days has elapsed from the most
recent rabies vaccination, the animal is subject to quarantine until the 30 days are completed.
The date and type of vaccine must be indicated on the pet’s vaccination and health certificates.
Contact a listed veterinary hospital before booking your flight to see if they can perform the
inspection.
Some airlines may not be participating. Check with your airline well in advance.
Every dog or cat must meet the requirements listed on this Checklist and all required documents
must be submitted earlier than for Direct Airport Release (DAR) in Honolulu; 30 days or
more before the intended date of arrival.
The dog or cat has an electronic microchip implanted (Required before a FAVN rabies
antibody blood test is performed).
Have your veterinarian scan the microchip to verify that it is still working and check that the
microchip number is correct. Microchip number: ___________________
Any pet that cannot be identified by scanning the microchip will not qualify for either Direct Airport
Release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine and will be assigned to 120 days quarantine.
Your pet must have been vaccinated at least twice for rabies in its lifetime.
These rabies vaccines must have been administered more than 30 days apart.
The most recent rabies vaccination was done:
Not more than the vaccine’s licensed booster interval listed on the manufacturer’s label; and
Not less than 30 days before the pet’s date of arrival in Hawaii.
NOTE! Be sure “HAWAII” is listed as the destination on the lab submission form!
Do the FAVN Rabies Antibody Test.
Step 4 FAVN RABIES ANTIBODY TEST RFFIT Do NOT do a RFFIT
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Step 1 PLANNING
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A Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) is required to fly any dog or cat directly into
Kona (KOA) - Island of Hawaii, Kahului – (OGG) Island of Maui and Lihue (LIH) – Island of Kauai.
No Permit is required for Honolulu – (HNL) Island of Oahu
Checklist 2 for Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului
and Lihue Airports
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Step 2 MICROCHIP NOTE! Make sure the microchip is working!
Step 3 RABIES VACCINATIONS
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Checklist 2 for Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului
and Lihue Airports
Step 4 FAVN RABIES ANTIBODY TEST continued
Have the test done at an approved lab (Auburn University (AU), Kansas State University (KSU) or
the DOD Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory in Texas(DOD).
The day after AU, KSU or DOD received your pet’s blood sample must not be more than 36
months and not less than 30 days before the date of arrival in Hawaii.
Note! Be aware that use of an intermediate lab (Antech, Idexx, etc.) may delay the date AU, KSU
and DOD receives your pet’s sample.
The result of the pet’s blood test must be greater than or equal to 0.5 IU/ml.
Obtain a copy of this successful blood test from your veterinarian result showing the pet’s microchip
number for your records. Do not contact the laboratory directly.
Owners must ensure that a confirmation is sent by a veterinary inspector listed below, to the
Animal Quarantine Station 30 days or more ahead of the planned arrival:
1. Owners must contract with and make reservations with the following for inspection at:
Kona (KOA): Alii Veterinary Hospital (808) 329-8999 or Keauhou Veterinary Hospital
(808) 322-2988.
Kahului (OGG): At Home Animal Hospital & Mobile Veterinary Services (808) 873-0102,
Central Maui Animal Clinic (808) 893-2380, Kahului Animal Hospital (808) 871-7387, Kihei
Veterinary Clinic (808) 879-5777, Makawao Veterinary Clinic (808) 572-9003,
Maui Humane Society (808) 877- 3680, South Shore Veterinary Care (808) 874-3422, or
West Maui Animal Clinic (808) 662-0099.
Lihue (LIH): Kauai Humane Society (808) 632-0610.
These veterinary facilities will send a confirmation to the Animal Quarantine Station that
they have agreed to perform the inspection and release procedure. Owners are
responsible for the additional fees to the private veterinary facility for this service.
Owners must submit the following documentation so it is received by the Animal Quarantine
Station 30 days or more ahead of the planned date of arrival:
1. Completed and signed Dog & Cat Import Form (AQS-279). (Does NOT have to be notarized.)
2. Original rabies vaccine certificates for the 2 most recent vaccinations.
4. Payment of $165 by cashier’s check o money order.
5. Flight information (i.e. Airlines, flight number, date and time of arrival).
6. Check “Neighbor Island Inspection Permit $165” on the program applying for section of the
Dog and Cat Import Form AQS-279.
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IMPORTANT! Authorized Handlers and Transport Companies cannot be listed as owners of an
animal. Not identifying and listing the legal owner of the animal on the Dog and Cat Import Form
(AQS-279) is considered fraud and will create delays in processing and disqualification.
Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
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Checklist 2 for Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului
and Lihue Airports
Following a successful FAVN Rabies Antibody test result, animals must wait at least 30 days
before arriving in Hawaii. If arrival occurs before 30 days has elapsed, the animal is subject
to quarantine until 30 days are completed
.
Your pet must complete the 30-day waiting period before arriving in Hawaii or your pet will not
qualify for either NIIP direct airport release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine program.
A Kona, Kahului or Lihue Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (or NIIP) will be issued once
the Animal Quarantine Station has:
•
Received the above required documents, information and payment (see 1-5 above);
•
Confirmed the pet meets all of the requirements for the 5 Day Or Less
program and neighbor island inspection and release; and
•
Received confirmation from Alii Veterinary Hospital, Keauhou Veterinary Hospital,
At Home Animal Hospital & Mobile Veterinary Care, Central Maui Animal Clinic,
Kahului Animal Hospital, Kihei Veterinary Clinic, Makawao Veterinary Clinic, Maui
Humane Society, South Shore Veterinary Care, West Maui Animal Clinic or Kauai
Humane Society that they will meet the pet.
The Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) will be mailed once documents are received and
the pet qualifies.
Be sure to consider the time required for the NIIP to be delivered during
planning.
Enclose a self-addressed prepaid envelope for an overnight carrier (example
FedEx, UPS, etc.) that provides tracking if you want your permit shipped faster.
Envelopes that are not prepaid by the owner will not be used.
The original Neighbor Island Inspection Permit is needed to board the aircraft and
must accompany the dog or cat on the aircraft. The NIIP shall be submitted to the
inspector upon arrival in Hawaii.
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IMPORTANT!: The waiting period begins the day after AU, KSU or DOD received the blood sample for
the OIE-FAVN test. The test must also have a result > 0.5 IU/ml.
WARNING! Arriving before the 30-
day waiting period has elapsed will result in disqualification of a pet
from the 5 Day Or Less
quarantine program and direct airport release. All pets arriving before the
eligible date of entry will be
quarantined and assessed $14.30 each day in addition to the $244.00
program fee. There are no exceptions.
Step 7 WAITING PERIOD NOTE! Arriving Early = Disqualification
Step 8 NEIGHBOR ISLAND INSPECTION PERMIT NIIP
Note!
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and Lihue Airports
Step 8 Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (continued)
An original health certificate (dated within 14 days of arrival) will be collected by
the inspector upon arrival in Hawaii. It is highly recommended that owners check
with their airline as some require the health certificate to be dated within 10 days
of arrival.
Due to the high volume of telephone calls it’s recommended you contact staff with questions,
by email to [email protected]
.
Information included in this publication is subject to change and revision at any time without notice
Hawaii Department of Agriculture contacts: Animal Quarantine Station
telephone: (808) 483- 7151 fax: (808) 483-7161
email: [email protected]v
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Airlines are not permitted to fly a dog or cat directly to Kona, Kahului or Lihue from outside the state
of Hawaii without a valid Neighbor Island Inspection Permit issued by the Department of Agriculture.
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The dog or cat cannot be in quarantine.
The pet must be located in Hawaii, planning to depart* and return to the State.
* All requirements on this checklist must be completed before departure from Hawaii.
A health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in Hawaii for departure from the State is
required. This health certificate must contain the pet’s Hawaii address and date of departure from
Hawaii.
This health certificate must be submitted to the Animal Quarantine Station as proof the pet
originated in Hawaii. (Also see “Step 6, Documents” and “Step 7, Submitting Documents”)
Microchip Number:
Your dog or cat must have an electronic microchip implanted (Required before an FAVN rabies
antibody blood test is performed).
The microchip has been recently scanned by a veterinarian to verify that it is working and that the
microchip number is correct. NOTE! Make sure the microchip is working!
If any pet cannot be identified by scanning the microchip, it will not qualify for either direct airport
release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine and will be assigned to 120 days quarantine.
The pet must have been vaccinated at least two times for rabies in its lifetime.
These rabies vaccines were administered more than 30 days apart.
The most recent rabies vaccination must have been administered:
In Hawaii;
No less than 14 days before the dog or cat departs Hawaii and
The vaccination certificates must list the vaccine name, lot or serial number, booster interval,
vaccination date and expiration date.
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL - HONOLULU, OAHU
Only dogs or cats located in Hawaii (and not under quarantine) are eligible for this program.
Requirements listed detail specific timing for rabies vaccinations and testing that must be completed
before the animal leaves Hawaii. ALL steps need to be completed as detailed to qualify. If you are
unable to meet the following requirements, your pet will undergo quarantine for up to 120 days.
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Owners with dogs or cats in Hawaii that are leaving and wishing to fly their pet back direct to Ellison
Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole, Kahului Airport or Lihue Airport on return, Refer to
“Checklist
4 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing and
Requesting Direct Airport Release at
Kona, Kahului and Lihue Airport on Return” instead.
Step 1 LOCATED in HAWAII
Step 2 MICROCHIP NOTE! Make sure the microchip is working!
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Step 3 RABIES VACCINATIONS
NOTE! Two rabies vaccinations are required. The pet’s most recent rabies vaccination must not
be expired when your pet returns to Hawaii. If return to Hawaii occurs after the most recent
rabies vaccination expires, the animal is subject to quarantine.
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NOTE! Be sure “HAWAII” is listed as the destination on the lab submission form!
Do the FAVN Rabies Antibody Test.
The test was done at an approved lab (Auburn University (AU), Kansas State University (KSU) or
the DOD Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory in Texas (DOD).
The day after AU, KSU or DOD received your pet’s blood sample must not be less than 14 days
before the date of departure from Hawaii.
Note! Be aware that use of an intermediate lab (Antech, Idexx, etc.) may delay the date AU, KSU
and DOD receives your pet’s sample.
The result of the pet’s blood test was greater than or equal to 0.5 IU/ml.
Obtain a copy of this successful blood test from your veterinarian result showing the pet’s
microchip number for your records. Do not contact the laboratory directly.
Dogs and Cats whose paper documents were not received 10 days or more before arriving in
Hawaii and those that have to be qualified at the AAQHF for DAR will be charged $244 for airport
release at HNL instead of $185
The following paper documentation must be received by the Animal Quarantine Station 10 days or
more ahead of the planned date of arrival for Direct Airport Release
Completed Dog & Cat Import Form AQS-279. (Does NOT have to be notarized.)
Original rabies vaccination certificates for the two most recent rabies vaccinations with actual
veterinarian’s signature in ink.
Payment of fees ($185 per pet in advance for Direct Airport Release or $244 for 5 Day Or Less
program).
The health certificate issued by a veterinarian in Hawaii when the pet departed Hawaii that lists
rabies vaccine name, lot or serial number, booster interval, vaccination date and expiration date.
This health certificate shall contain the pet’s Hawaii address and date of departure.
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL - HONOLULU, OAHU
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Step 4 FAVN RABIES ANTIBODY TEST RFFIT NOTE! Do NOT do a RFFIT test
IMPORTANT!: The test must also have a result > 0.5 IU/ml.
WARNING! Departing Hawaii before the dog or cat has a passed a FAVN rabies antibody test will
result in disqualification of a pet from the 5 Day Or Less quarantine program and direct airport
release on return if the pet does not pass the test.
IMPORTANT! Authorized Handlers and Transport Companies shall not be listed as owners of an
animal. Not identifying and listing the legal owner of the animal on the Dog and Cat Import Form
(AQS-279) is considered fraud and will create delays in processing and possible disqualification.
Step 5 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
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Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED (continued)
If an animal will be returning to Hawaii more than 14 days after departing the state, then an
additional health certificate is required before returning to Hawaii.
The same Hawaii health certificate used for departure may be used for the return to Hawaii if the
pet will be returning within 14 days of the date the Hawaii health certificate was issued. In this
case a second health certificate is not required.
A veterinarian must treat the pet for ticks with a product containing a long-acting product labeled
to kill ticks (Revolution
®
is not acceptable) within 14 days of return to Hawaii and the product name
and date of treatment must be recorded on the pet’s health certificate.
If you are applying for re-entry under the same OIE-FAVN blood test and rabies vaccinations that
have not expired yet, you must have a copy of the Airport Release card given to you when your pet
was released at the airport on the previous arrival in Hawaii.
Send documents to: Animal Quarantine Station, 99-951 Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701.
Allow for delivery time to ensure documents are received by the Rabies Quarantine Branch more
than 10 days before the pet is scheduled to arrive in Hawaii at the Daniel K. Inouye International
Airport (HNL) in Honolulu for direct airport release. Failure to send documents as instructed will
incur additional fees and can disqualify a pet from airport release.
Dogs and cats that have to be qualified on arrival in Hawaii for release because documents (other
than the Health certificate) were not received by the Rabies Quarantine Branch 10 days or more
before arrival will be assessed the 5 Day or Less fee of $244; not the Direct Airport Release
fee of $185.
Except for the health certificate, hand carrying in documents for review at the AAQHF will
substantially delay release because dog and cat owners who properly submitted documents 10
days or more before arrival, will receive priority.
Send your documents by mail with return receipt to verify delivery, or by an overnight carrier that
provides tracking of your documents
If you didn’t send the original health certificate to the Rabies Quarantine Branch in advance of your
pet’s arrival, you must provide it upon arrival at the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility. If
you fail to bring the original health certificate (photocopy not acceptable), your pet will not be
released.
Retain copies of necessary qualification documents (health certificate, rabies vaccination records,
and blood test result) for your files and to accompany your pet as a backup.
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL - HONOLULU, OAHU
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Step 6 SUBMITTING DOCUMENTS
Note! Do not send documents in separately. Send all documents (Dog & Cat Import Form (AQS-
279), two
rabies vaccination certificates, Hawaii issued health certificate and payment) in
together more than 10 days
before return to Hawaii. Personal checks and Faxes are not accepted!
Note!
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It is recommended that you check your pet’s FAVN Rabies Antibody blood test results for the 5 Day
Or Less program at the Hawaii Department of Agriculture web site: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Direct Airport Release
You must arrange for your pet to arrive at the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility at the
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport HNL during normal inspection hours between 8:00 AM to
4:30 PM.
It may take up to one hour for the airlines to transport a pet to the Airport Animal Quarantine
Holding Facility [Phone: (808) 837-8092] and animals not delivered to the facility during normal
inspection hours will not be released at the airport when they arrive.
Warning!: Inspection hours are subject to change at any time without notice.
Animals on international flights will need to clear U.S. Customs before they may be released from
the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility. Please check with your airlines regarding U.S.
Customs clearance to assure they will be open to process your pet for release.
You must contact the AAQHF and notify them at (808) 837-8092 if you cannot pick up your pet the
day it is delivered to the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (AAQHF) in HNL during normal
inspection hours between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The pet may be available for pick up from between 8:00 to 10:00 AM at the AAQHF the next day,
or it may be transferred to the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) the following morning. Pets
transferred to AQS or at AAQHF after 10 AM, are entered into the 5 Day Or Less program. Fees
for the 5 Day Or Less program are $244 per pet.
Your pet will not qualify for direct airport release if ticks or other parasites are found at the time of
arrival.
Direct Airport Release will not be possible when prohibited by Federal airport security advisories.
Under those circumstances pets will be released the following day at the Animal Quarantine
Station 99-951 Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701, phone: (808) 483-7151, during normal
office hours:
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM to 4:30PM
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM to 3:30PM
The pet owner is responsibility to arrange all transportation for the pet once it is released from the
Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility in Honolulu. An animal may only be released to:
• The Owner listed on a Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS-279);
• The Consignee identified on the shipmaster’s declaration; or
• The Co-owner(s) or Authorized Handler listed on a Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS-279).
If you are not traveling with your pet, you must arrange with the airlines to consign your pet to the
individual who will pick up your pet.
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL - HONOLULU, OAHU
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Note!
Step 7 OTHER
NOTE!
Pet owners should bring a baggage cart or other means to transport their crated pet from
the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility to the Inter-island Terminal if traveling on to a
neighbor island after release of their pet in Honolulu
. There are no carts or porters at the Airport
Animal Quarantine Holding Facility.
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Step 7 OTHER (continued)
Due to Federal security regulations at the Honolulu International Airport, all pets must be secured
in their flight carriers when picked up from the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility. Do not
remove your pet from its transport carrier on airport property!
You must notify the Animal Quarantine Station prior to arrival, follow the same procedures, and
meet all the requirements each time your pet enters or returns to Hawaii.
You will pay a fee of $185 per pet for direct airport release or $244 per pet for the 5 Day Or Less
program each time your pet enters or returns to Hawaii unless it qualifies for subsequent entry fees
outlined in: “Re-Entry Fee Requirements”.
Unless prior arrangements are made with the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (AAQHF),
DAR - Pets arriving between 5:00 PM and 8:00 AM will be transferred to the Animal Quarantine
Station if not picked up between 8 to 10 AM at the AAQHF during the subsequent inspection
period, and entered into the 5 Day Or Less program at $244. The first day of quarantine shall be
the day following the date of animal arrival into the State. In this situation, after all necessary
documents are received and verified, pets may be picked up at the Animal Quarantine Station, 99-
951 Halawa Valley Street, Aiea, Hawaii 96701, phone: (808) 483-7151, during normal office hours:
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM & 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Any dog or cat not picked up on its scheduled date for release is considered “Overdue” and an
additional $17.80 fee is added for each day a pet remains beyond its scheduled release date.
Animals are not allowed to remain in AQS past their scheduled release date.
Due to the high volume of telephone calls it’s recommended you contact staff with questions, by
email to [email protected]
.
Information included in this publication is subject to change and revision at any time without notice
Hawaii Department of Agriculture contacts: Animal Quarantine Station
telephone: (808) 483- 7151 fax: (808) 483-7161
email: [email protected]v
Checklist 3 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii That are Departing
and Returning for Direct Airport release (DAR) & 5 Day Or Less Program
HNL - HONOLULU, OAHU
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Contact a listed veterinary hospital before booking your flight to see if they can perform the
inspection. Their confirmation to the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) is needed to obtain a NIIP.
Some airlines may not be participating. Check with your airline well in advance.
Every dog or cat must meet the requirements listed on this checklist and all required documents
must be submitted 30 days or more before the intended date of arrival.
Be sure your dog or cat has been vaccinated twice and passes the FAVN Rabies antibody blood test
before your dog or cat leaves Hawaii.
The dog or cat cannot be in quarantine.
The pet must be located in Hawaii, planning to depart* and return to the State.
* All requirements on this checklist must be completed before departing Hawaii.
A health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian in Hawaii for departure from the State is required.
This health certificate must contain the pet’s Hawaii address and date of departure from Hawaii.
This health certificate must be submitted to the AQS as proof of the pet originating from Hawaii.
(Also see “Step 6, Documents Required” and “Step 7, Neighbor Island Inspection permit”)
Your dog or cat must have an electronic microchip implanted (Required before a FAVN rabies
antibody blood test is performed).
Have your veterinarian scan the microchip to verify that it is still working and check that the microchip
number is correct. Microchip number: ___________________
Any pet that cannot be identified by scanning the microchip will not qualify for either Direct Airport
Release or the 5 Day Or Less quarantine and will be assigned to 120 days quarantine.
The pet must have been vaccinated at least twice for rabies in its lifetime.
These rabies vaccines were administered more than 30 days apart.
The most recent rabies vaccination was done:
Not more than the vaccine’s licensed booster interval listed on the manufacturer’s label; and
Not less than 30 days before the pet’s date of arrival in Hawaii.
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Checklist
4
Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii
that are Departing
and Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue
Airports on Return
4
Step 1 PLANNING
A Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) is required to fly any dog or cat directly into
Kona - Island of Hawaii, Kahului – Island of Maui and Lihue – Island of Kauai.
(No Permit is required for Honolulu – Island of Oahu)
Step 3 MICROCHIP NOTE! Make sure the microchip is working!
Step 2 LOCATED in HAWAII
Step 4 RABIES VACCINATIONS
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Step 4 RABIES VACCINATIONS Continued
NOTE! Be sure “HAWAII” is listed as the destination on the lab submission form!
Do the FAVN Rabies Antibody Test.
The test was done at an approved lab Auburn University (AU), Kansas State University (KSU) or the
DOD Food Analysis and Diagnostic Laboratory in Texas(DOD).
The day after AU, KSU or DOD received your pet’s blood sample must be 14 days or more before
the dog or cat leaves Hawaii.
Note! Be aware that use of an intermediate lab (Antech, Idexx, etc.) may delay the date AU, KSU
and DOD receives your pet’s sample.
The result of the pet’s blood test was greater than or equal to 0.5 IU/ml.
Obtain a copy of this successful blood test from your veterinarian result showing the pet’s microchip
number for your records. Do not contact the laboratory directly. Verify the test result passes before
leaving Hawaii.
The following paper documentation must be received by the Animal Quarantine Station 10 days or
more ahead of the planned date of arrival for Direct Airport Release
Owners must submit the following documentation to the Animal Quarantine Station
30 days or more ahead of their planned date of return:
1. Completed Dog & Cat Import Form AQS-279. (Does NOT have to be notarized.)
2. Original rabies vaccine certificates for the 2 most recent vaccinations.
3. Payment of $165.
4. Flight information (i.e. Airlines, flight number, date and time of arrival).
5. Check “Neighbor Island Inspection Permit $165” on the program applying for; or attach a note
“requesting NIIP”.
6. Owners must contract with and make reservations with the following for inspection at:
Kona (KOA): Alii Veterinary Hospital (808) 329-8999 or Keauhou Veterinary Hospital (808)
322-2988.
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Checklist
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Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii
that are Departing
and Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue
Airports on Return
Step 5 FAVN RABIES ANTIBODY TEST RFFIT Do NOT do a RFFIT test
Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
NOTE! Two rabies vaccinations are required. The pet’s most recent rabies vaccination must not be expired
when your pet arrives in Hawaii. If arrival in Hawaii occurs after the most recent rabies vaccination
expires, the animal will not qualify for release.
The date and type of vaccine must be indicated on the pet’s vaccination and health certificates.
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Step 6 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED (continued)
Owners must contract with and make reservations with the following for inspection at:
Kahului (OGG): At Home Animal Hospital & Mobile Veterinary Services (808) 873-0102,
Central Maui Animal Clinic (808) 893-2380, Kahului Animal Hospital (808) 871-7387, Kihei
Veterinary Clinic (808) 879-5777, Makawao Veterinary Clinic (808) 572-9003, Maui Humane
Society (808) 877- 3680, South Shore Veterinary Care (808) 874-3422, or West Maui Animal
Clinic (808) 662-0099.
Lihue (LIH): Kauai Humane Society (808) 632-0610.
These veterinary contractors will send a confirmation to the Animal Quarantine Station that
they have agreed to perform the inspection and release procedure. Owners are responsible
for the additional fees to the contractor for this service.
The Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) will be mailed once documents are received and
the pet qualifies.
The dog or cat must have a successful FAVN Rabies Antibody test sample taken in Hawaii with a
passing result before departing Hawaii.
Your pet must complete the required vaccinations and FAVN Rabies antibody blood test before
departing Hawaii or your pet will not qualify for either NIIP direct airport release or the 5 Day Or
Less quarantine program.
A Kona, Kahului or Lihue Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (or NIIP) will be mailed once the
Animal Quarantine Station has:
•
Received the above required documents, information and payment (see 1-5 above);
•
Confirmed the pet meets all of the requirements for the 5 Day Or Less program and neighbor
island inspection and release; and
•
Received confirmation from Alii Veterinary Hospital, Keauhou Veterinary Hospital, At Home
Animal Hospital & Mobile Veterinary Care, Central Maui Animal Clinic, Kahului Animal Hospital,
Kihei Veterinary Clinic, Makawao Veterinary Clinic, Maui Humane Society, South Shore
Veterinary Care, West Maui Animal Clinic or Kauai Humane Society that they will meet the pet.
Checklist 4 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing
and Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue
Airports on Return
4
IMPORTANT! The OIE-FAVN Rabies Antibody test must have a result > 0.5 IU/ml.
WARNING! If a passing test result is not attained in Hawaii before leaving the state and/or the required
rabies vaccines are not administered before leaving the state, the animal is subject to quarantine on
returning until 30 days are completed after a passing test and/or required rabies vaccine(s). In this
case dogs and cats are considered arriving before their eligible date of entry on return and will be
quarantined and assessed $14.30 each day in addition to the $244.00 program fee. There are no
exceptions.
Step 7 BEFORE LEAVING HAWAII
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The Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) must be presented to the airline transporting the pet
so they are aware the pet is allowed to fly to that airport.
The assigned Neighbor Island Inspection Permit is needed to board the aircraft and must
accompany the dog or cat on the aircraft. The NIIP shall be submitted to the inspector upon
arrival in Hawaii.
An original health certificate (dated within 14 days of arrival) will be collected by the inspector upon
arrival in Hawaii. It is highly recommended that owners check with their airline as some require the
health certificate to be dated within 10 days of arrival.
Hawaii Department of Agriculture contacts:
Animal Quarantine Station telephone: (808) 483- 7151 fax: (808) 483-7161 email:
Information included in this publication is subject to change and revision
at any time without notice
Checklist 4 Only for Dogs and Cats Located in Hawaii that are Departing
and Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului and Lihue
Airports on Return
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Step 8 NEIGHBOR ISLAND INSPECTION PERMIT NIIP
Airlines are not permitted to fly a dog or cat directly to Kona, Kahului or Lihue from
outside the state of Hawaii without a valid Neighbor Island Inspection Permit (NIIP) issued
by the Department of Agriculture.
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Airport Animal Quarantine
Holding Facility
Map of the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu (HNL)
Photo of the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu (HNL)
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PREPARATIONS FOR DOGS AND CATS THAT WILL BE QUARANTINED
Please review the “Dog And Cat Import Form”, AQS-279 (See Forms section). Complete
and return this form by mail to the Animal Quarantine Station no less than two weeks prior to
your pet’s arrival in Hawaii. Be sure to check off the box indicating you are applying for the 120-
day program. The information you provide will assist us in processing the arrival of your pet.
1.
HEALTH CERTIFICATE - A health certificate issued by an accredited veterinarian executed
within 14 days prior to arrival is required. (Check with the specific airline regarding their
health certificate time requirements.) The health certificate must be written in English, be an
original document (not a facsimile or photocopy), bear an original (in ink) or carbon signature
and legible name, address and telephone number of the certifying veterinarian. The health
certificate must also contain the following information:
a.
A complete description of your pet including age, markings, sex, breed and any
additional identifying characteristics.
b.
Written declaration by issuing veterinarian that the animal was treated to kill all ticks and
other external parasites within 14 days prior to arrival with a long acting product labeled
to kill ticks, except when a veterinarian provides a written statement that such treatment
may be detrimental to the animal's health. List the name of the treatment used and the
date of treatment.
c.
Certification that your pet is free of any evidence of infectious or contagious disease.
d.
Certification by the issuing veterinarian to the accuracy of the information stated on the
health certificate.
e.
Record of all required vaccinations. For rabies vaccinations, the name of the vaccine,
lot/serial number, expiration date of the lot and date the vaccination was given must be
included.
f.
The microchip number.
2.
ELECTRONIC MICROCHIP - All dogs and cats that will be quarantined, examined or treated
at an approved veterinary hospital (refer to list of approved hospitals) or satellite quarantine
facility are required to have an implanted electronic microchip. The microchip should be
obtained from your veterinarian and must be working. Pet owners in foreign countries can
order microchips from the State of Hawaii, refer to the Request for Electronic Microchip (form
AQS-73) at the HDOA website.
3.
VACCINATIONS - All dogs and cats entering Hawaii must be vaccinated for common
infectious agents to protect the health of all animals during quarantine.
Rabies Vaccination. All dogs and cats 90 days of age or older at the time of entry must be
vaccinated against rabies with an approved inactivated rabies vaccine (listed in the most
recent Compendium of Animal Rabies Control prepared by the National Association of State
Public Health Veterinarians) within the vaccine’s licensed booster interval listed on the
manufacturer’s label.
Other Dog Vaccinations - Dogs 90 days of age or older at the time of arrival shall be
vaccinated not less than ten days and not more than the manufacturer’s recommended
booster interval before arrival against:
a.
Canine distemper virus;
b.
Canine infectious hepatitis virus or canine adenovirus-2;
c.
Canine parvovirus;
d.
Canine parainfluenza virus;
e.
Leptospirosis;
f.
Bordetella bronchiseptica (kennel cough); and
g.
Canine coronavirus vaccination is recommended but optional.
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Puppies between 2-3 months shall be vaccinated according to AVMA guidelines.
Other Cat Vaccinations. Cats 90 days of age or older at the time of arrival shall be
vaccinated not less than ten days and not more than the manufacturer’s recommended
booster interval before arrival for:
a.
Feline panleukopenia virus (feline viral enteritis);
b.
Feline viral rhinotracheitis (feline herpesvirus-1);
c.
Feline calicivirus;
d.
Chlamydia psittaci (pneumonitis); and
e.
Feline Leukemia (FeLv) vaccination is recommended but optional.
Kittens between 2-3 months shall be vaccinated according to AVMA guidelines
For better protection, vaccination for common infectious agents no less than 10 days
prior to shipping is highly recommended.
4. REGISTRATION WITH APPROVED VETERINARY HOSPITAL
All dogs and cats that will be quarantined at the state Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) on
Oahu must be registered with an approved veterinary hospital (refer to list of approved
hospitals) and the name of the hospital indicated on the Dog and Cat Import Form, AQS
279. This is in case of a medical emergency with your pet that requires veterinary care not
available at AQS. Veterinary Hospitals will not accept pets for treatment even in
emergency situations unless the pet is first registered with them. It is the owner’s
responsibility to contact a quarantine approved hospital and register the pet. The Animal
Quarantine Station veterinary dispensary is not equipped for diagnostics or to manage
cases that require treatment. The owner, consignee, handler, or carrier shall pay all
expenses including private veterinary examinations, vaccinations, microchip implantation,
hospitalization, testing, medication, treatment, transportation, and returned shipments to
shipper or consignor for animals failing to meet pre-arrival requirements.
Procedures after Arrival in Hawaii
Pets enter Hawaii at the Honolulu International Airport, Oahu. (For those desiring to enter Hawaii at
Kona, Kahului or Lihue, please refer to information at the department’s website:
hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info under “Checklist 2 for Requesting Direct Airport Release at Kona, Kahului
and Lihue Airports”
Upon arrival, airline personnel will transport all dogs and cats directly to the Airport Animal
Quarantine Holding Facility, which is staffed by state personnel. Pets qualified for Airport
Release must be picked up at the Airport Animal Quarantine Holding Facility (AAQHF) upon
arrival between 8 am and 5 pm. The AAQHF is located on the Ewa Service Road (also known as
Muszick Road) approximately 120 yards from the baggage claim area in the main terminal. Pets
not qualified for direct airport release will be transported to the State Animal Quarantine Station.
The State will provide all necessary transportation for your pet on the island of Oahu during the
actual quarantine period.
Although you do not have to be present when your pet arrives if your pet will be entering
quarantine, only the name(s) appearing on the Shipmaster's Declaration or “Dog & Cat
Import Form” AQS 279, will be recognized as legal owners of your pet. Label your pet's airline
crate with the full names of owners and co-owners. Include complete local addresses and phone
numbers to be used in case of emergency.
PET ADMISSIONS TO THE STATE ANIMAL QUARANTINE STATION
Pets move to Hawaii year round. The State Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) facility located
in Aiea on Oahu, is operated seven days a week, 365 days a year.
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Arrival Examination
Upon entry at the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS), all dogs and cats are given
examinations to evaluate their general condition and are tested for internal parasites. If any
conditions are noted that require care, you will be notified.
For out-of-state or neighbor island owners, notification of medical problems may be made by
telephone and treatment arrangements will be discussed. It is important that we have a current
telephone number.
If you have made prior arrangements with an approved veterinary hospital or satellite
quarantine station to quarantine your pet, verify with that facility when your pet will be shipped.
Shipping of dogs and cats to facilities on the neighbor islands requires a hard carrier. Soft sided
After parking under the H3 Freeway, walk up to the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) office.
AQS Office hours are:
Monday through Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
1:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Saturday, Sunday, State Holidays: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
12:00 PM to 3:30 PM
The AQS office and station is closed outside these hours.
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pet carriers are not accepted by the airlines.
For owners residing on Oahu, a kennel tag will be placed on your pet's kennel asking that
you visit the veterinary dispensary to discuss any medical concerns and arrange for follow-up
care. For more urgent matters, the veterinary staff will contact owners by telephone and/or
email.
During the first week after arrival, the veterinary and caretaker staff will be monitoring your
pet closely. During this time, you may bathe and groom your pet only in the kennel. After
parasite evaluations are completed and there is no indication of any infectious or contagious
disease (usually 10 days), you will have access to a grooming station by appointment (as
described later in this brochure.)
Airline Animal Crates
The airline crate that your dog arrives in will be placed outside of its kennel. Please remove
it as soon as possible. Dog carriers are allowed to remain in the kennel upon owner's request or
if station veterinarians deem is necessary for your dog’s well-being. The state is not
responsible for any crates left at the AQS. When you remove the crate, you must stop at the
AQS Business Window to sign it out.
Airline crates for cats are kept inside your cat’s kennel. We ask that you leave it for use
when we periodically disinfect the kennel. Many owners use their crate as sleeping quarters for
their cat. For neighbor island pet owners, our Animal Quarantine Station will store your airline
crate at no additional cost until quarantine is completed.
Kennel Accommodations
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Dogs are assigned to kennels according to their size. Kennels are approximately six feet
wide and vary in length from 14 feet (small dogs) to 25 feet (large dogs), and are seven
feet high. Each has a run in front and a sheltered area in the rear. Very small dogs and
puppies may be housed in a kennel similar in size to cat kennels.
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Cat kennels are approximately five feet wide, ten feet long and include platforms, a
completely sheltered area and a catwalk.
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Dog and cat kennels contain platforms that may be used for bedding materials. Owners
are responsible for providing and washing the bedding regularly.
Each dog and cat kennel contains a bench for owner seating.
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Only one animal is allowed in each kennel. Multiple pets in a kennel do not allow for
accurate caretaker evaluation of appetite, bowel movement and urination, which may
lead to, delayed recognition of medical problems. Only animals under complete care
can be permanently housed together (see Complete Care and Multiple Pet Visitation
section).
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Pets are not allowed to be exercised outside of their assigned kennels. Kennels
are large enough to afford dogs the opportunity for adequate exercise. In addition, dogs
outside of their kennels present a potential safety hazard to other dogs, visitors and
employees.
The State assumes no responsibility for any items such as transport carriers, bedding,
collars, toys, leashes, etc. Owners are requested to remove such articles from the AQS on their
first visit. Items that are difficult to disinfect or that create a safety hazard for employees, such
as wet bedding, rubber floor mats with grooves or holes, foam mats, large platform beds, chaise
lounges and chairs, etc. may be removed from kennels by quarantine station personnel.
CARE OF YOUR PET
If you have any questions or concerns about AQS procedures or your pet, check with
caretakers in your area, the veterinary staff or operations supervisor. If you have any questions,
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please notify AQS staff or fill out an AQS-12 Form at the business counter.
Owners and Co-Owners
Co-owners must be listed on the Dog & Cat Import Form (AQS-279). Listed owners (from
Shipmaster's Declaration) and designated co-owners are responsible for shipping, fee
payment, health care, and removal of pets at the end of the quarantine.
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Co-owners have the same responsibilities and duties as owners and can act in the
owner’s behalf.
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Registered visitors do not have the authority to act on behalf of the owner.
Animal Medical Care
You are responsible for your pet's health care while in quarantine. When visiting, it is helpful
to check for ticks (dogs), skin or ear problems, or any other abnormality that may indicate a
potential medical concern. In addition animal caretakers will alert the veterinary staff directly of
any health problems. The veterinary dispensary has two veterinarians and two veterinary
technicians and is designed and equipped to manage minor medical problems.
If you believe a medical problem exists, submit a written request for a veterinary check
by AQS veterinarians: form AQS-12 available at the Business Window.
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Provide all owner and pet information and describe the condition you wish checked as
clearly as possible (use form AQS-12 available at the AQS Business Window).
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For minor problems, treatment may be initiated following examination unless you specify
otherwise.
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Examination request are attended to the following morning (except in emergencies).
Results of the exam and associated charges, if any, can be obtained by visiting the
dispensary during afternoon visiting hours or by telephoning the dispensary after 1:00
p.m. at (808) 483-7154.
Approved Veterinary Hospital
Owners must select, contact and register with a state-approved private veterinary facility
(refer to List of Approved Veterinary Hospitals).
Animals that are not registered may be refused medical evaluation and treatment by private
veterinary facilities or required care may be delayed. Most private hospitals require a
refundable or a partially refundable deposit prior to accepting an animal for evaluation. You
may want to contact several hospitals to obtain deposit and price information.
If your pet requires evaluation at a private veterinary facility or becomes seriously ill,
quarantine station veterinary staff will contact you as soon as possible. Depending on the
circumstances, your pet may be sent to a private hospital at the discretion of the station
veterinarian if we are unable to contact you in a timely manner. Pet owners and co-owners
are responsible for transportation fees and all charges accrued at private veterinary
facilities.
You may arrange to send your pet to a private hospital for examination at any time. You are
responsible for making arrangements with the hospital. This is best accomplished by notifying
the hospital you have registered with that you wish to have your pet evaluated. Your hospital
will call the AQS to request transport. Delivery by state personnel will be the next day except in
emergencies.
Animals will remain at the hospital and are returned to the Animal Quarantine Station
the following day after notification of station personnel by your private veterinarian.
If you change hospitals, notify animal quarantine so our records can be updated.
All pets going to a private veterinary hospital or a satellite quarantine facility must have an
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electronic microchip for identification.
Please notify staff at the AQS Business Window immediately about changes in your
home or work telephone numbers and addresses. We know that you want to be reached
quickly in case of an emergency or if there is a concern about your pet.
Medication
Quarantine does not provide routine vaccinations. We will administer vaccines for a nominal
charge, when vaccines are delivered by the owner along with a written request. However, we
will only administer vaccines prescribed and dispensed by a licensed veterinarian.
Questions regarding pet medications can be directed to the veterinary staff. In general, non-
prescription medications such as vitamins; nutritional supplements, etc. are not administered by
Animal Quarantine Station employees.
If you provide medication for your pet, it must be in a plastic bottle. Pills must be sized to
the proper dosage. Please label medication containers with your last name, pet's entry and
kennel number. Feeding instructions, changes in feeding instructions, food, medications and
medication instructions must be submitted on the appropriate form available from the AQS
Business Window.
Please notify the veterinary staff if you administer any medications to your pet.
Protect Your Pet from Heartworm
Heartworm disease is widespread and an important health concern for dogs in Hawaii. Dog
owners are strongly encouraged to test their pet prior to entry and administer preventive
medication while the animal resides in Hawaii. We recommend that owners administer monthly
heartworm medication themselves.
For pet owners who reside outside Hawaii or on a neighbor island, AQS staff will administer
heartworm medication after receipt of an adequate supply. Caretakers will administer heartworm
preventive the first day of the month for simplicity.
Tick Control
During the spring and summer months the number of brown dog ticks increases statewide.
Tick control products are recommended for dogs during quarantine. Talk with your veterinarian
for his or her recommendation of a tick product that is appropriate for your pet’s species, age
and health status. Example of some products include:
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FOR TOPICAL PRODUCTS
Fipronil
Imidacloprid + Permethrin
Pyriproxyfen + Permethrin
Dinotefuran + Pyriproxyfen + Permethrin
Metaflumizone + Amitraz
Dinotefuran + Pyriproxyfen
Dinotefuran + Pyriproxyfen + Permethrin
Fipronil + Amitraz
Indoxacarb + Permethrin
Flumethrin + Imidacloprid
Fluralaner
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS FOR ORAL PRODUCTS
Fluralaner
Afoxolaner
Sarolaner
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Lotilaner
1.
Collar containing Amitraz for use on dogs only and only for the specified age on the
manufacturers label. Insure that the dog cannot remove the collar and chew on it;
2.
Spray or spot on topical containing Fipronil or similar long acting products;
3.
Products K-9 Advantix or Vectra 3-D topical for dogs applied as directed by the manufacturer.
Frontline Spray is used on small dogs over 8 weeks of age. Topspot can be used for
larger dogs over 10 weeks of age.
These products can be purchased at most veterinary clinics. Talk to your veterinarian as many
other tick products are available.
Refer to the information on tick products at the quarantine website where new active ingredients
will be listed: hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs-info
Cats are not a natural host of the brown dog tick and do not usually need tick control products
however, flea control products are recommended.
Feeding Your Pet
Your pet will be fed a nutritionally complete and balanced commercial dog or cat food
formulated for adults. Food consumption is closely monitored and dogs and cats are weighed at
least once a month to determine if food intake is optimal.
If your pet will not eat quarantine-provided food or requires a special diet, you are required
to supply the food and feeding instructions. Owners should provide puppy or kitten food for
young animals. No adjustment of quarantine fees will be made for those supplying special food
to their animals. Food containers must be individually labeled with your last name and kennel
number in black, indelible ink.
If you are supplying dry food, it must be submitted in a secure vermin-proof, heavy plastic or
metal container, with a tightly fitting cover, and be large enough to hold the entire amount of food.
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Complete Care
Owners or designated co-owners may accept the responsibility for feeding, cleaning, health
monitoring, medicating and grooming their pets during quarantine. Persons doing complete
care must attend to their pet’s needs daily, seven days a week. Removal of waste must be
done both in the morning and afternoon. Feeding must be done in the morning and may also be
done in the afternoon if desired.
Complete care requires a major commitment. Please make sure that you are able to fulfill
your obligations before assuming all care for your pet. A list of complete care requirements is
available on request. Only animals of the same species, and in complete care, can be
permanently kenneled together. Failure to comply with obligations may result in revocation of
complete care privileges.
Grooming
Owners are responsible for grooming their own pets. Please make your grooming
appointments early since grooming station space is limited. Appointments must be scheduled
at least one day in advance. Please call 483-7151 before 9:00 a.m. or after 11:00 a.m. You
may schedule two grooming appointments per week, per pet, at 30 minutes per appointment.
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See page 3 for grooming hours.
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Grooming stations have tubs, warm water, electrical outlets and a holding cage.
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Owners may walk their dogs, by leash with a properly fitting collar, to the nearest
grooming station. Dogs must be under control and walked by the shortest route.
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Dogs may be bathed within kennels at any time during afternoon visiting hours.
Cat grooming, including bathing, is done in the kennel or cattery. Cats must not be
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removed from their assigned kennel or cattery. If you wish to bathe your cat, please
bring your own supplies, including a bucket. Most catteries are equipped with a water
heater and tub for bathing cats. Check with your caretaker about proper procedures for
use.
Owners and groomers are responsible for the proper handling of pets during the grooming
period and when walking to and from the grooming station. Physical contact between animals is
not permitted. In addition, owners are expected to maintain the grooming station in a tidy
condition. Pick up all of the fur after grooming your animal. Revocation of grooming privileges
may result if animals are not handled in accordance with AQS rules or tubs are left dirty.
If you are unable to visit and groom your pet, please arrange for a groomer to provide
grooming services. Check with the Business Window for more information.
Visiting Your Pet
Visiting hours are listed on page 3. Visiting hours and other hours of operation in this
publication are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
To register others to visit your pet: 1. Inform staff at the Business Window in person and
complete necessary forms; or 2. Provide a Dog and Cat Import Form (AQS 279); or 3. Provide a
notarized letter to the Animal Quarantine Station, listing individuals that may visit your pet.
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No one, including groomers, will be allowed to visit your pet unless they are properly
registered.
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Authorized visitors must be 18 years or older. Minors are allowed to visit while
accompanied by an owner or authorized visitor.
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Please be prepared to present AQS-issued visitor pass and valid photo
identification (State driver's license, state or military ID or passport) each time you
visit our facility. Only authorized individuals may enter the Animal Quarantine Station
and gain access to your pet.
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All visits are strictly in kennel - walking or removing your pet from the kennel is
prohibited.
Multiple Pet Visitation (MPV)
During regular afternoon visiting, an owner may be authorized to move their pets to the
same kennel. To participate in MPV, owners must attend a MPV orientation session or discuss
the MPV requirements with the Quarantine Station Operations Supervisor. The MPV Visitation
Request Form is then submitted to the veterinary staff for approval. A pass will be issued if
requirements are met.
Please check with the Business Window about the requirements and procedures for Multiple
Pet Visitation. MPV is coordinated through the Quarantine Station Operations Supervisor.
Summary of the policy allowing for MPV is as follows:
1.
Animals must be of the same species, owned by the same owner/family and have the same
date of entry into quarantine. Pets must be returned to their assigned kennel.
2.
Pets should be compatible and free of contagious diseases and, for mixed sexes; one or
more must be spayed or neutered.
3.
MPV is only during regular visiting hours and ends when the owner leaves the kennel.
4.
All pet owners must abide by the rules concerning MPV or privileges will be terminated for
the remainder of the quarantine period.
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SUMMARY OF STATION RULES
The following is a partial list of rules that owners and visitors are expected to comply with
while on the Animal Quarantine Station (AQS) grounds. Caretakers and management will notify
owners and visitors when they observe violation of AQS rules. Each owner and visitor shall
abide by all Animal Quarantine Station rules and policies.
1.
Any person who fails to present acceptable picture identification upon request may be
denied admission.
2.
While on the premises, please go directly to your kennels to avoid disturbing other pets.
3.
For the health and safety of all persons and animals, all kennel doors must be
properly latched and doors completely closed in order to prevent escapes and
injuries.
4.
Please do not feed, handle or visit the pets of others unless you have received permission
from the owner and this authorization is recorded at the Business Window.
5.
Walking or removing dogs from kennels is prohibited, except taking shortest distance to
and from grooming station for grooming appointments and with written permission from the
station veterinarian.
6.
Do not leave dogs tied to the outside of the kennel.
7.
Cats may not be removed from kennels for any reason. The walkway in the catteries may
not be used as an exercise area.
8 Minors may be admitted to the AQS only in the company of an authorized adult who shall
be responsible for the minor's behavior and safety. Please restrict children from running,
playing, behaving boisterously or putting fingers through the wire mesh of kennels.
9.
Skateboards, skates of any type, bicycles, etc. are not allowed on the AQS grounds.
10.
The Animal Quarantine Station is a family-type environment. Please wear appropriate
clothing while on the AQS grounds.
11.
No other animals are allowed on the Animal Quarantine Station premises.
12.
Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on state property, including AQS grounds.
13.
Parking for visitors is located under the H-3 viaduct in the lower parking lot area. No
parking is permitted on roads, driveways or other areas. Vehicles parked in
inappropriate areas may be cited or towed without notice.
14.
Any person parking in a space designated as a disabled person parking space shall
prominently display a disabled persons parking placard on the dashboard or visor, so that
it is visible through the front windshield.
The Animal Quarantine Manager and Division Administrator may deny admission to the state
Animal Quarantine Station to any person who is not an owner or authorized visitor of an animal
in the Station, violates chapter 4-29, Hawaii Administrative Rules, or chapter 142, Hawaii
Revised Statutes, or who disrupts or impedes the activities of the department's employees or
the animal owners, visitors, or groomers; or who behaves in any manner detrimental to the
operation of the AQS or to the animals confined there.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION - Fee payment deadlines and policies
Fees are due on entry and subject to change without notice
Microchip: $27 (Only Foreign requests are accepted)
Fee for Direct Release and Quarantine Programs (due upon arrival)
Total fees: Airport Release program $ 185
5 Day Or Less program $ 244
Neighbor Island Inspection Permit $ 165
120-day program $ 1,080
* Animals arriving early before qualifying date $ 14.30 per day plus $244
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Fees are not adjustable. There is no discount for owners providing their own food or doing
complete care. Animals to be kenneled at private veterinary hospitals or private quarantine
facilities are not subject to a daily fee after transport to that facility.
Re-Entry Fee Requirements: (Note! fee reverts to $185 when either a rabies
vaccination or rabies blood test is updated)
To qualify for the reduced “Re-entry” fee of $98 for Direct Airport Release or
$130 for 5 Day Or Less quarantine, a pet must meet the following criteria:
Qualified for, and been directly released from, the Honolulu International Airport on a
previous arrival within the 36 month period that the most recent OIE-FAVN blood test
and rabies vaccination used for the previous entry are still valid OR;
Qualified for and completed 5 Day Or Less quarantine and was released on the
scheduled release date; then left the State and returned within the 36 month
period that the most recent OIE-FAVN blood test and rabies vaccination used for
the previous entry are still valid.
The Animal Quarantine Station has received all pertinent rabies vaccination certificates,
and forms, AQS-279 Dog & Cat Import Form and blood test results used to qualify the
pet for the previous entry.
ALL of the requirements on the checklist for the 5 Day Or Less/direct airport release
are completed for each entry into Hawaii and the animal qualifies for 5 Day Or
Less/direct airport release.
The Animal Quarantine Station has received the required documents and written
notification of for the planned subsequent “re-entry” into Hawaii.
Other Fees (due prior to the release of your pet)
. The veterinary dispensary or quarantine staff may charge additional fees for the following:
Microchip: $18 (includes implantation, for pets arriving without a microchip and leaving
the Animal Quarantine Station for any reason)
Bathing: $14 for each bath as prescribed by station veterinarian
Grooming: $18 for each grooming session as prescribed by station veterinarian
Vaccination: $ 6 for administration of each vaccination provided by the pet owner;
$ 11 for each vaccine provided by the Animal Quarantine Station
Daily insulin injections: $1 per day (for diabetic pets only)
Dipping, spraying, dusting, or sponging to control external parasites: $12 for each
treatment
Worming: $12 for each worming treatment
$20 for each three-day treatment
Giardia: $10 to $40 for each course of treatment
Health Certificate issued by quarantine station veterinarians: $25 per species of animal
General veterinary services: $40 per hour, $10 minimum charge
Fecal testing for intestinal parasites: $8 (at owner's request)
Heartworm testing: $8 (at owner's request)
Ground transportation for quarantined pets between approved
hospital on Oahu and station: $6 (round trip)
Other approved ground transportation for quarantined pets
(i.e. transportation to harbor): $20 (one way)
Duplication of receipts: $4
Copies of records: 50 cents per page copied
Each offspring born to pets at the Animal Quarantine Station: adult daily rate
A service fee of $15.00 will be assessed for any check, draft, certificate of deposit, or
other negotiable instrument that is dishonored for any reason.
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There is an additional $17.80 per day penalty for pets left in the Animal Quarantine
Station beyond their scheduled release date or for pets that are determined to be
pregnant.
Fees are payable by cash, check*, credit card (VISA or Mastercard), money order. Release
of your pet may be delayed if fees are not paid in full.
*Personal checks are not accepted within 30 days of the scheduled release date of your pet.
Refunds
Fee refunds for any remaining balance will be made only to the owners of animals that:
are exported prior to completion of the quarantine period
are housed at a satellite facility (if available)
are hospitalized during the quarantine period for three days or more
die during quarantine (for the remaining balance)
make any type of overpayment
Refunds are not processed until the official release date. Thereafter, refund checks will be issued
in approximately eight weeks. It is important that we have a current address. Refunds of $15.00 or
less will not be processed except after written request to the Animal Quarantine Manager within
one (1) year of the animal’s release date.
Please note:
Pets may not be boarded at the Animal Quarantine Station beyond the quarantine
period. If boarding is required, please contact a private boarding facility or veterinary
hospital.
Owners who abandon their pets in quarantine are still liable for all fees and
charges accrued.
PET RELEASE
Pets will be released to owners, co-owners or properly designated representatives, such as
an intermediate handler after quarantine is completed. A picture identification is required, and all
fees must have been paid when the pet entered quarantine. Please make arrangements to check
your pet out of quarantine and for shipment to a neighbor island, if required.
Bring picture identification. Be sure to bring a suitable transport crate or leash for your
pet on its release date.
Persons we may release your pet to must be registered on office records prior to the
date of release.
SATELLITE (PRIVATELY-OPERATED) QUARANTINE STATIONS
There are privately owned & operated quarantine facilities on the islands of Hawaii and Kauai.
Bar-King Dog Kennel (BDK), P.O. Box 1184, Keaau, HI 96749, phone (808) 966-
8733
Kauai Humane Society (KHS), P.O. Box 3330, Lihue, HI 96766, phone (808) 632-
0610
If you wish to quarantine your pet at either of these facilities, you must make prior arrangements
with BDK or KHS. Your pet must first come to the State Animal Quarantine Station on Oahu for
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positive identification and examination. (A FAA approved rigid pet shipping crate must be provided
by pet owners to fly pets to neighbor island facilities.) State fees must be paid in full before
animals are transported to private facilities. The approximate fees due the State are the following
(private satellite facilities have their own fee structures – contact the facility directly):
5 Day Or Less quarantine, $244
120-day quarantine, approximately $136 (more if pet stays longer than 2 days at the
Station) Your pet will not be transported unless it has a verifiable electronic microchip;
and AQS has received the appropriate payment listed above and all required original
health documents. Payment by mail must be in the form of a cashier’s check or a money
order.
Information included in this publication is subject to change and
revision at any time without notice.
