New rules for dogs being brought into the U.S. go into effect later this summer, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Dog owners beware. The U.S. is updating its rules for bringing dogs into the country starting Aug. 1. The changes stem from new requirements adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and could vary from where the dogs are coming.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced new requirements for dogs entering the United States that will go into effect later this year. Effective Aug. 1, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control Prevention requirements include that the dog must appear healthy upon arrival,