North America
Pet travel to Boston
BOS Terminal E international arrivals with APHIS handling and Back Bay ground transfers.
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. International pets arrive at Logan's Terminal E, the dedicated international facility, where USDA-APHIS conducts live-animal inspections — we pre-coordinate all filings for same-day release.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Boston.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Boston.
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 Boston.
Logan International (BOS) processes international pet arrivals through APHIS at Terminal E. Direct transatlantic routes operate from London, Dublin, and Paris with dedicated cargo and in-cabin pet options.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
5–14 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Boston.
The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay
The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay allows two pets up to 75 lbs in designated rooms for no additional fee. Both dogs and cats are permitted, and well-behaved
Luxury Beacon Hill Condo
This 1-bedroom condo in Boston is pet friendly! Dogs of any size are allowed for no additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request, but all pets
The Farrington Inn
The Farrington Inn welcomes two dogs up to 50 lbs for an additional fee of $10 per pet, per night. However, pet-friendly rooms are limited. Guests
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Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Boston.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Boston. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Boston 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
MBTA subway (the T) and buses allow pets in carriers on all lines. The Silver Line runs directly from Logan Terminal E to South Station — the smoothest carrier-pet transit from any US airport.
Private Cars
Our Boston fleet covers Logan Airport and all neighbourhoods — Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, Cambridge, and Brookline. All breeds accepted with advance notice.
On Foot
Back Bay and the South End are two of America's most walkable urban districts. We provide maps of Public Garden leash rules, Charles River Esplanade off-lead sections, and dog-welcoming café patios.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Boston, with your dog.
RUFF North End Dog Park
Fido can enjoy time off-leash at RUFF North End Dog Park in Boston, MA. This dog park is accessible from Prince Street through DeFilippo Playground.
135 Prince St, Boston, MA, US, 02113-1376
Castle Island Beach
Castle Island Beach in Boston, MA, is pet friendly to leashed dogs from mid-September through late April. Home to the historic Fort Independence,
2010 William J Day Blvd, Boston, MA, US, 02127-0000
Boston Public Garden
Leashed dogs are welcome at Boston Public Garden, a famous, pet-friendly botanical garden in the center of Boston known for its swan boats, walking
4 Charles St, Boston, MA, US, 02116-0000
Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitter is a trendy clothing chain with a pet-friendly location in Boston, MA. Leashed pups are welcome to help you sniff out some unique
361 Newbury St, Boston, MA, US, 02115-0000
Charles River Canoe & Kayak
Charles River Canoe & Kayak is a dog-friendly kayak rental business with a location in Boston, MA, that lets you bring Fido out on the water. They
1071 Soldiers Field Rd, Boston, MA, US, 02134-0000
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Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Angell Animal Medical Center
Export Clinic
Commonwealth Veterinary Clinic
1235 Commonwealth Ave, Allston MA 02134
4 km from Fenway
Mon–Fri 8:00–18:00, Sat 8:00–13:00
Boarding & Daycare
Happy Hound Boston
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Boston: 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 Boston and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Boston.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
