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CONTENTS
TAKING OFF FOR
SUMMER
DIFFERENT GAME,
ONE PASSION- THE RH TEST
RESCUE TO RESCUER
Expert advice on
paperwork, health
requirements, and how to
make the journey smoother
for you and your canine
companion.
Meet a Member with a
Remarkable Past. Ianna
Ings an IRO-certified SAR
handler deployed to the
2017 Mexico City
earthquake.
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LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE
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INTERVIEW WITH
STANLEY CRADDOCK
ON THE RH PROGRAM
Front cover: Millie
Owner: Ann McGloon
Photographer: Lynn Ballard
Alfred De Witte
As the competition season kicks into full swing, we’ve already held
our first trial of the year—and what a start it was! The energy,
sportsmanship, and quality of work on the field have set a high bar
for the months ahead.
A standout moment for the club came in April with Juraj’s
certification as a national-level helper. It’s a tremendous milestone
and a source of pride for all of us who’ve watched his unwavering
commitment to helping every dog (and handler) at K9Force reach
their full potential in Protection. Looking ahead, Juraj will lead a
workshop in August specifically for beginning helpers—part of
K9Force’s ongoing mission to build a strong foundation of talent
within the sport. Details about the workshop can be found on page
32.
This issue features a special spotlight on Search and Rescue—
exploring both the sport version offered by the USCA and the
essential, life-saving work of real-world SAR teams. Whether you're
curious about IRO (International Rescue Organization) deployments
or intrigued by the overlap with IGP training, these two articles are a
must-read.
Our members continue to represent K9Force on the international
stage, with several traveling across borders—and even oceans—to
compete. Watch this space as we follow their journeys. If you plan to
travel yourself, Dr. Alex Horner has prepared a practical guide to
navigating veterinary and documentation requirements for domestic
and international trips with your dog.
As excitement builds for the K9Force Cup in September, the
selection process for the front-half helper is already underway.
We’re super excited about the back-half helper—identity still to be
revealed—who promises to bring world-class work to our flagship
event.
Finally, we’re proud to announce the launch of the official K9Force
online shop, featuring exclusive K9Force Cup merchandise. Check it
out here https://www.k9force.ca/category/all-products
Enjoy the issue, and enjoy the field
From the Editor
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Dr. Horner currently works out of Springbank Pet Hospital,
offering a wide range of reproductive services, including the
preservation of canine semen for long-term storage and
transcervical insemination. She is passionate about maintaining
genetic diversity in the purebred dog population and is committed
to educating both breeders and the general public on reproductive
health.
In her free time, Dr. Horner enjoys conformation and dog sports
with her Black Russian Terrier and Sealyham Terriers, with a goal
of exploring the world of IGP.
WITH DR. ALEX HORNER, DVM MS DACT
INSIDE THE
VET'S WORLD
K9Force Magazine is honored to introduce a
recurring column by Dr. Alex Horner, starting
with this issue. In these columns, she will
address general dog health topics.
Dr. Horner is a proud Calgarian who earned her
Doctor
of
Veterinary
Medicine
from
the
University of Melbourne, Australia. During her
time down under, she developed a passion for
Theriogenology
(the
study
of
veterinary
reproduction). After a short stint in general
practice in Calgary, she moved to Fort Collins,
Colorado, to complete a residency and master’s
degree at Colorado State University. She
became a Board-Certified Diplomate of the
American College of Theriogenology in 2024
and is one of the few reproductive specialists in
Alberta
Readers are welcome to submit general questions about dog
health to info@k9force.ca for Dr. Horner to consider in future
issues.
Taking off for Summer
Inside the Vet's World:
Summer travel season and trial season are
just around the corner! It is now that most
veterinary clinics are seeing an uptick in
clients coming in to get vaccinations,
parasite prevention, and paperwork for
travel. Travelling with a dog domestically
—and especially across an international
border—can pose unique challenges that,
if
unprepared,
can
quickly
become
stressful! This article aims to help one
navigate the requirements, which involve
your
veterinarian,
to
ensure
much
smoother travel plans this summer.
Dr. Alexandria Horner
DVM, MS, DACT
Board-Certified Specialist
of the American College of
Theriogenology
Let's
start
with
the
easiest
requirements,
those
for
interprovincial travel within Canada. Most travel within
Canada does not require any veterinary paperwork. Having
your pet up to date with the core vaccines (distemper,
parvovirus,
adenovirus
[hepatitis],
and
rabies)
is
recommended. It's important to note that Ontario, by law,
requires all dogs to be vaccinated for rabies by three months
of age. Other provinces don't have a mandatory requirement,
but it is part of the recommended core vaccinations due to the
presence of rabies in our wildlife across the country. For those
unaware, rabies is a 100% fatal disease if contracted; hence, it
is essential as a core vaccination, as it carries public health
implications. If travelling by air with your dog, be aware that
the requirements become more specific to the airline used and
often require a veterinary health certificate stating the pet is
healthy for travel.
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Always check ahead with the airline for their up-to-date
requirements when reserving space for your dog on the
flight. As for parasite-preventive medication, check your
travel area to see if heartworms and ticks are a problem, as
you will want to ensure you are doing monthly prevention in
these areas.
United States of America
Most people are familiar with the fact that travel to the
United States is more complex than travel within Canada.
Many will also remember the flip-flopping of regulations
when the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) introduced new
crossing measures for dogs entering the US in response to
rabies entering via commercial imports of dogs through
rescues and for-profit breeders. As of August 1, 2024, to
enter the United States via any means of transportation, the
dog must be over six months of age, have a valid rabies
vaccination certificate, not have travelled to any country
deemed "high-risk," and have an international microchip.
One can find the list of high-risk countries on the CDC
website. In addition, owners must fill out the CDC travel
form before travel and have it printed or readily available on
their phones to show border officers if requested. The
American Kennel Club and the Canadian Kennel Club have
been working with their respective government agencies to
have the six-month rule overturned to allow younger dogs
to travel freely between the US and Canada. Hence, these
rules are subject to change.
If not already attained from your veterinarian, you will need
your rabies vaccination certificate with an updated
microchip number, the vaccine's expiration date, and lot
number. The certificate should be signed by your
veterinarian with their license number.
International Travel
Ensure
you
have
the
necessary
parasite
preventions for your travel, though Frontline
can be readily picked up at most Costcos in the
US if you forget your flea/tick prevention. Your
vet may also provide a travel certificate stating
that the dog is healthy and fit for travel. Having
more organized and complete paperwork lets
border officers know you are doing everything
to comply with the rules and makes for a less
stressful crossing.
Europe
Travelling to the European Union is a much more involved
process that requires good communication with your
veterinarian to ensure all paperwork and requirements are
met for travel. The first step is to have your veterinarian fill
out a veterinary health certificate in English and the
language of the country that is the first port of entry into
the European Union.
The pen used and stamp colour instructions need to be
followed, so be sure to point that out to your veterinarian,
especially if they are not familiar with filling out the form.
Rabies vaccination, if needing to be updated, needs to be
performed 21 days before entry into Europe, so be sure to
put this detail into your reminders to avoid delays. Once the
form is filled out, a scheduled appointment with the
Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) veterinarian must
be made to have the certificate endorsed and ready for
travel.
As with travel to the United States, Europe also requires an
internationally recognized microchip. I recommend your vet
confirm the placement of the chip with their microchip
reader before travelling in case it has been damaged and is
no longer readable, requiring a new one to be placed.
Treatment for Echinococcus, a type of tapeworm, must be
administered by your veterinarian. The treatment must
contain praziquantel and be given no more than 120 hours
and no less than 24 hours before travel. In Canada, the most
common medications used would be Interceptor Plus or
Dolpac, as they also treat intestinal parasites and
tapeworms. The administration must be part of the
documentation provided by your veterinarian to present to
the CFIA veterinarian.
Lastly, check with the specific country of intended travel for
any additional paperwork, as some countries require pre-
travel forms to be submitted. These documents are in
addition to your international health certificate and the
requirements mentioned above.
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More Information:
Dogs Travelling to the USA:
https://inspection.canada.ca/en/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/exports/pets/dogs-usa
Dogs travelling to the European Union and Northern Ireland:
https://inspection.canada.ca/en/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/exports/pets/eu-non-
commercial
General Travel Recommendations
In summary, make sure you plan for your future travel.
Check each country's entry requirements and talk with your
veterinarian to ensure you meet them. I also recommend
speaking with your veterinarian about possible parasite
prevention and any additional vaccinations you may need
above the required entry requirements to ensure your
canine travel partner does not contract any unwanted
diseases abroad.
K9Force CUP
September 26-28, 2025
Calgary, AB
Judge: Robert Fagoš (CZ)