IS THIS DOG ELIGIBLE FOR A RUN?

Transport groups generally have fairly similar sets of criteria for determining if an animal can be run.
Here are the basic requirements that most seem to have settled on.

1. Dog must be accompanied by a current rabies certificate (not just a collar tag), or written note from a vet indicating why this is not advisable (due to age, medical condition).This is especially critical for any inter-state transporting. Many states have very explicit laws regarding the rabies status of susceptible animals entering, and you just never know when you might get asked for documentation.
   
   
2. Dog must be spayed or neutered. If being transported to a rescue-authorized foster, and not yet spayed or neutered, the rescue group must be known to spay/neuter prior to adoption. Spay/neuter contract clauses are often viewed as questionable "guarantees." Reputable rescue groups have no desire to risk adding to the pet population.
   
   
3. Dog must be free of contagious medical conditions. Most of us, no matter how much we want to help transport, must also fear for and protect the health of our own dogs. Having a vet certify the health of the dog being run, and noting any problems, allows all to make informed decisions, to take proper precautions, and to minimize any exposure of their own animals to health problems. Health papers from a vet can also be helpful should one ever be required to show documentation for an animal.
   
   
4. Dog must be of generally sound temperament. Self explanatory!

Many volunteers will not transport a dog unless further requirements are met (full vaccinations, traveling with crate, health certificate which is required by law for interstate travel, etc.). Also, some have a minimum age policy to protect the health of young puppies from the particular stress and disease risk of this mode of travel.