Thinking of attending Canada’s second National Andalusian Show, but you are not sure about crossing the Canadian border with horses? It is easy!  All horses require a coggins (EIA) test, and veterinary heath papers. Your local Veterinarian can acquire these papers for you.

The coggins or negative EIA (Equine Infectious Anemia) test is valid for 180 days. The Health Certificate, stating your horse is free of contagious disease, within 30 days. Your Veterinarian will have these two papers endorsed by a USDA veterinarian, so do not leave it to the last minute. A comfortable period (for less than a week trip) is two-three weeks prior to travel. (Ensure you leave yourself time to return on the Heath Certificate.)

No veterinary inspection is required at the border for horses temporarily entering Canada provided the horse returns within 30 days of the date of entry. Horses may enter/re-enter at any regular car border crossing. A duty or sales tax will not be assessed for temporary entry.

Persons traveling with the horse(s) should bring valid passports or if not yet possessing one a valid drivers license and birth certificate, horses registration, and if you are not the owner a note from them stating you are bringing your friends horses to the show.

There are three main border crossings within easy access of Chilliwack Heritage Park: Abbotsford/Sumas (604) 854-8029, the Pacific Hwy (176st) (604) 541-3364 and Aldergrove (264th).  Border regulations can change due to contagious outbreaks, to be on the safe side phone prior to leaving home.

We look forward to having you attending the Canadian National Andalusian Show. Further information on www.PAALH.com.  Any questions regarding the show or travel happy to help out,  phone Bette-Lyn at 604 886-9600 or leyenda@dccnet.com