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Thu May 29, 2008 9:38 pm

crofty wrote: I think you need to show that your pooch is current on all his/her shots.

Proof of vaccinations may not be enough. A "strict" agent at the border may require an international health certificate for your pooch. Anybody ever have this happen to them? Anyway, you can get that from your regular vet or take your chances with the border guard. Most of the time they'll want only proof of vaccination....or at least that's what I hear. I wonder if anyone else knows what's up with this. By the way, what a trip! I hope to be a year behind you, but with a '60 ragtop bus.

Thu May 29, 2008 10:24 pm

drpete wrote: crofty wrote: I think you need to show that your pooch is current on all his/her shots.

Proof of vaccinations may not be enough. A "strict" agent at the border may require an international health certificate for your pooch. Anybody ever have this happen to them? Anyway, you can get that from your regular vet or take your chances with the border guard. Most of the time they'll want only proof of vaccination....or at least that's what I hear. I wonder if anyone else knows what's up with this. By the way, what a trip! I hope to be a year behind you, but with a '60 ragtop bus.

I agree, get a international health certificate. We always have one for our horses or dogs. The Can. coustoms can be real ASS HOLES.They are not your friend. The other thing they can ask you is do you have at least $5,000 .Not cash but otherwise, it is none of there bussiness but they may ask. You are driving a old VW. And if you have guns leave them at home thats the other thing they drill me on, Im from Alaska so I must have guns, or at least bullets.Never met a can coustoms person who was not a ASS. When you coming? it starts raining on June30 and stops when it snows in Oct. The best time is June a little cooler but dri

Thu May 29, 2008 11:00 pm

Alaskan Adventurer wrote: drpete wrote: crofty wrote: I think you need to show that your pooch is current on all his/her shots.

Proof of vaccinations may not be enough. A "strict" agent at the border may require an international health certificate for your pooch. Anybody ever have this happen to them? Anyway, you can get that from your regular vet or take your chances with the border guard. Most of the time they'll want only proof of vaccination....or at least that's what I hear. I wonder if anyone else knows what's up with this. By the way, what a trip! I hope to be a year behind you, but with a '60 ragtop bus.

I agree, get a international health certificate. We always have one for our horses or dogs. The Can. coustoms can be real ASS HOLES.They are not your friend. The other thing they can ask you is do you have at least $5,000 .Not cash but otherwise, it is none of there bussiness but they may ask. You are driving a old VW. And if you have guns leave them at home thats the other thing they drill me on, Im from Alaska so I must have guns, or at least bullets.Never met a can coustoms person who was not a ASS. When you coming? it starts raining on June30 and stops when it snows in Oct. The best time is June a little cooler but dri

took my dog to the vet today for a check up now that he has been out of the pound for a couple of weeks. they told me they could provide me with a certificate that says my dog is healthy so i'll probably have them do that. she said i need to do it about a week or two before my trip so it seems updated.

kevin, i'm leaving at the beginning of july. wish i could do it sooner but i still need to work and save up some cash. i'm also aware that there will be mosquitoes the size of my dog up there so i'll be sure to bring of plenty of repellent.

Fri May 30, 2008 9:21 pm

We will need to get bowser a new cert for the return trip as they are only good for 30 days, I have a vet just down the street or we can fake it with white out and a copy machine. I will take you fishing if your in to it or just go camping old school style.

Sun Jun 01, 2008 1:32 pm

Alaskan Adventurer wrote: We will need to get bowser a new cert for the return trip as they are only good for 30 days, I have a vet just down the street or we can fake it with white out and a copy machine. I will take you fishing if your in to it or just go camping old school style.

i'm not a fisher but don't let that stop you from doing it. my job can be the official beer drinker, swimmer and nap taker. camping near water would combine both options.

my brother may fly up to anchorage to spend a few days when i get there but i'm not holding my breath.

Sun Jun 01, 2008 7:24 pm

I dont think you will swim in our lakes,maybe in aug they will get 60 deg. You ever been in a small airplane? did you get a girl dog or boy dog?

Sun Jun 01, 2008 8:09 pm

Mike, if you get tired and need a place to stay a few hours into your trip, come up and see us... We're dog friendly and it's great weather in Flagstaff now! Otherwise have a great time and we'll see you soon. Matt

Sun Jun 01, 2008 9:58 pm

Alaskan Adventurer wrote: I dont think you will swim in our lakes,maybe in aug they will get 60 deg. You ever been in a small airplane? did you get a girl dog or boy dog?

60, didn't think about that. my first plane trip was in a single engine bird when i was 10 or 12. i remember thinking it felt like a roller coaster ride. planes are the preferred mode of transportation in alaska, or so i've heard.

matt, good to hear from you. depending on when i take off, maybe or possibly when i get back.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 12:49 pm

I would skip Edmonton, in favour of the drive up the Icefields parkway. Banff to Jasper will take a while in the summer due to tourist traffic, but the views are worth it. I believe it costs about $18 for a day pass to the park.

Once you hit Jasper, there is a great campground about 45 minutes to the west on the Yellowhead (Hwy 16). They have sites right on the Fraser River, or cabins up on the hill.

http://www.mountrobsonlodge.com/index.html

Random Icefields Parkway Shot:

View from the campsite (linked above):

Border Info:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/visitors-eng.html

Bringing the dog along looks like no problem...

Pet specific info:
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/anima/heasan/import/petse.shtml

Quote: Importations of Domestic Dogs - Section 2
Dogs three (3) months of age or older from rabies-free countries
The information on this page is current as of 2008-6- 2 .

1) EITHER
Domestic or pet dogs may enter Canada if accompanied by an export certificate issued in either English or French, and signed by an official government veterinarian(1) of the exporting country. The certificate must clearly identify the animals and state that:

1.1 rabies has not existed in the exporting country for the six (6) month period immediately preceding the shipment of the animals; and,
1.2 the animals have been in the exporting country for the six (6) month period immediately preceding their shipment, or since birth.

2) OR
If an export certificate as described in paragraph 1) above is not available, dogs may enter Canada if accompanied by a valid rabies vaccination certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian(2) in either English or French, which clearly identifies the dogs and state that they are currently vaccinated against rabies. The certificate should identify the animal as in breed, colour, weight, etc., and indicate the name of the licensed rabies vaccine used (trade name), including serial number and duration of its validity (up to three years). Please note that if the duration of validity is not indicated on the certificate, it will be considered to be valid for one year.

There is no waiting period imposed between the time the animal is vaccinated for rabies and the time the animal is imported into Canada.

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If the animal arrives at a Canadian port of entry and does not meet the requirements of either paragraph 1) or 2), an inspector will order the owner-at the owner's expense-to have the animal vaccinated against rabies within a specified period of time and to provide the vaccination certificate to an inspector.
The above requirements also apply to dogs that were originally from Canada and are being returned to Canada directly from a country designated as having been free from rabies for six (6) months. This would include dogs leaving a quarantine imposed by the exporting country before that quarantine period is completed.
Dogs less than three (3) months of age may enter Canada without an export certificate and are not required to be vaccinated for rabies.
(1) An official government veterinarian is a veterinarian who works for the government veterinary service in the country of origin.

(2) A licensed veterinarian is a veterinarian who is licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the country of origin.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 4:21 pm

Hello,
Just wondering will you have any room to bring some parts from the Phoenix area up with you?I live in EagleRiver AK. close to Kevin.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 5:34 pm

truckersmike wrote: my job can be the official beer drinker

Do they make organic beer ? I would not want you to drink anything other than free roaming hops an barley.

Enjoy your trip. You know I like pics.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 6:38 pm

RINC wrote: truckersmike wrote: my job can be the official beer drinker

Do they make organic beer ? I would not want you to drink anything other than free roaming hops an barley.

Enjoy your trip. You know I like pics.

funny you should say that because i just bought a case of organic stone mill pale ale. it was on sale at my local liquor store for $15.

akvw, what do you need brought up to you? as long as it's small enough to fit in the bus or on the roof rack then maybe.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 9:15 pm

[quote="truckersmike"][quote="RINC"] truckersmike wrote: my job can be the official beer drinker

Do they make organic beer ? I would not want you to drink anything other than free roaming hops an barley.

Enjoy your trip

ALASKA AMBER! They were shy in Florida with it ( It was not bud lite)

BITCHEN BEER

Mon Jun 02, 2008 10:07 pm

If you go thru the SE corner of Idaho, stop into Pocatello, have a beer.

Mon Jun 02, 2008 10:34 pm

I need front fenders

Mon Jun 02, 2008 10:42 pm

70 140 wrote:

View from the campsite (linked above):

WOW!!! I want to go now!

Fri Jun 13, 2008 1:14 am

just when all seems well, life likes to make things a little hard from time to time. yesterday I was told my temporary job is well.....temporary and no longer exist. i need to find work these last two weeks before i leave which will pay for my august rent.

the bus is pretty much ready to go save for a few minor details. i also need to purchase 2-3 5 gallon gas cans from the local military surplus to have handy. no doubt my list will get bigger as time draws nearer. my departure date is set for the 30th or the first. i want to spend the 4th in Idaho if i can plan it correctly.

Fri Jun 13, 2008 10:24 am

Sorry 'bout the job-loss. Unless you're planning a lot of off highway use then even one 5 gallon jug may be overkill and dangerous plus it's a lot of extra weight. Don't forget some spray "DEET" if you plan on spending time in non mosquito abated areas. You're going to see some extraordinary things. Queen's lace and dandelions that are bigger than your head and taller than 7 feet. Vegetables that are too heavy to weigh on a grocery scale. A whole mountain and road-cut of jade. Glacial blue-gray rivers and lakes. Unnamed pristine virgin valleys. An entire earth forest that you dwarf. Thompson pass is awesome. Go visit a glacial exit. Be on your best behavior at the US and Canadian borders and don't have anything contraband. If you've ever had a DUI then you can't go. White Horse feels like it's halfway there. The ferries are good and the expense is worth it. Try to have a CB that works if you like; it's fun to listen to the trucks and sometimes they'll talk about you or cap on 4-wheelers. Best of luck and I hope you get into the interior and coast as far as you can.

Sat Jun 14, 2008 6:31 am

big bus mike wrote: Mike, the following post is a blog of a bus trip to Alaska in 2006.

http://noodometerinethyl.blogspot.com/2006_06_01_archive.html

I love this link thanks Big Bus Mike :lol:
Linda

Sat Jun 14, 2008 7:17 am

truckersmike wrote: just when all seems well, life likes to make things a little hard from time to time. yesterday I was told my temporary job is well.....temporary and no longer exist. i need to find work these last two weeks before i leave which will pay for my august rent.

the bus is pretty much ready to go save for a few minor details. i also need to purchase 2-3 5 gallon gas cans from the local military surplus to have handy. no doubt my list will get bigger as time draws nearer. my departure date is set for the 30th or the first. i want to spend the 4th in Idaho if i can plan it correctly.

Mike,
Sorry to hear of the job problem, good luck with finding work and please keep us all posted of your trip this is a cool post. My friends (non-VW or auto related in any way) live in Anchorage I try to visit every other year but they are now caring for their ill child & ill parent so visiting is harder now. You may be able to camp in their driveway. If I can help in any way pm me I’m on the east coast. Will you continue to post here some how during the trip or just after?

Looking forward to more of your posts
Linda

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