Sapporo - Post Report Question and Answers
Are qualified veterinarians and/or good kennel services available? Do animals need to be quarantined upon entry to the country? Are there other considerations regarding pets that are particular to this country?
Yes, for a long period of time at horrific expense if you don't do all the advance tests and registrations. Information is available on the U.S. Embassy website. LOOK AT IT!! You don't want to have to pay for your pet to stay in quarantine for 180 days. This can be avoided, but you may need to start well ahead of your move. Probably strictest pet import procedures in the world. We did it for two cats, though, so it can be done. - Sep 2011
