Congressman Langworthy Calls for Delay of New Border Dog Rules

BUFFALO, NEW YORK (WKBW) — A Western New York lawmaker is opposing new rules for people bringing dogs from Canada to the U.S.

Congressman Nick Langworthy in a letter to the CDC asked the CDC for an 18-month delay before the new rules go into effect next month.

The regulations state that all dogs must be at least six months old, microchipped and have various vaccinations and documentation.

Langworthy wants to hold off on making a decision for now to consider other options and prevent possible delays at the border during the peak summer travel season.

The CDC’s new regulations are incredibly misguided and will place a huge, unjustified burden on responsible pet owners and travelers during our short peak travel season. Implementing such stringent requirements now could disrupt lives and negatively impact our local economy, which relies heavily on cross-border tourism and trade. I urge the Biden Administration to delay these regulations for at least 18 months and consider a more balanced approach that protects public health without imposing unnecessary hardship.

Congressman Nick Langworthy

According to a USDA report, approximately 1,000,000 dogs are brought to the U.S. each year.

The new rules are expected to come into force next month.