North America
Pet travel to Los Angeles
LAX Tom Bradley International arrivals with APHIS coordination and private ground transfer.
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
Current rabies vaccination certificate
- 2
Health certificate issued within 10 days of travel
- 3
APHIS endorsement for international origin
- 4
Airline-specific carrier size compliance
These are the official entry rules for United States.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for United States.
The US does not require quarantine for most countries. Dogs from high-risk rabies countries require a CDC-issued import permit. We manage all APHIS endorsements and advance CDC filings. Pets arriving at LAX clear through Tom Bradley International Terminal where the USDA-APHIS border post is located — we pre-notify to ensure same-day release.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Los Angeles.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Los Angeles.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Los Angeles.
LAX hosts the Los Angeles World Airport live-animal facility alongside USDA-APHIS operations in the international terminals. We pre-file all APHIS documentation for same-day release. Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) handle domestic routes.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
5–14 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Los Angeles.
The LINE Hotel
The LINE Hotel is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee. Cats are also welcome. Quiet, well-behaved pets may be left unattended
Los Angeles Escape
This 3-bedroom vacation rental in Los Angeles allows 2 dogs of any size for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
Elaine's Hollywood Bed & Breakfast
Elaine's Hollywood Bed & Breakfast allows 2 pets of any size for a refundable deposit of $100 per stay. Both dogs and cats are welcome. Food &
Paws en Route
Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Los Angeles.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Los Angeles. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Los Angeles with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
Metro does not permit pets except in a closed carrier; rideshare is the standard. Uber and Lyft both offer pet options across LA County — book in advance at peak hours.
Private Cars
Los Angeles is a car-based city. Our vetted private fleet operates LAX-to-hotel and all neighbourhoods — Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Santa Monica, and beyond — with no breed restrictions.
On Foot
Venice Beach boardwalk and West Hollywood are the city's most walkable corridors. We provide maps of dog-permitted beach hours, trail access points, and shaded café patios.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Los Angeles, with your dog.
Laurel Canyon Dog Park
Los Angeles, CA is home to Laurel Canyon Dog Park, a pup recreation area where Fido can play off leash with his pet companions! This large fenced-in
8260 Mulholland Dr, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90046
Runyon Canyon Park
Runyon Canyon Park is a 160-acre, dog-friendly city park near Hollywood and the Hollywood Hills in Los Angeles, CA. The park features a 90-acre off-leash
2000 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90046
Westfield Century City
You and Fido can enjoy some retail therapy at Westfield Century City, a dog-friendly shopping center in Los Angeles, CA. This outdoor mall features
10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90067
Wattles Garden Park
Leashed dogs are welcome in Wattles Garden Park in Los Angeles, CA! This pet-friendly community recreation area features a garden, a mansion, hiking
1850 N Curson Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US, 90046
Paws en Route
Want more to do with your dog? Our experts plan the perfect itinerary in Los Angeles.
Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital
Export Clinic
LA Animal Services West Valley
Boarding & Daycare
Hollywood Houndz Doggie Daycare
1329 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles CA 90028
2 km from Hollywood Walk of Fame
Daily 7:00–19:00
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Los Angeles.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Los Angeles: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Los Angeles and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Los Angeles.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
