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04/12/2025

In May 2025 it was announced that AHCs were going to be replaced by pet passports. There's been very little official news since the original announcement. As far as we know the EU is now ready to discuss the changes and (unofficially) aiming to conclude negotiations and have the new legislative arrangements in place "no later than 2027".

The truth is, nobody can say when the change is going to happen and it is an EU decision for the main part.

OVForm currently helps over a quarter of OVs issue AHCs. If your practice would benefit from a faster, more accurate process for issuing AHCs you can sign up at www.ovform.com.

03/07/2025

It looks like we're doing AHCs for a bit longer with no date for the roll out of pet passports. Is your practice ready for the spike in demand for AHCs? Have you considered creating a few extra appointment slots or asking a peripatetic OV to step in if your OV has leave booked?

20/05/2025

AHCs were an interesting side quest for the UK. Now that we're heading back to pet passports we'd like to thank everyone for their support. It's been hugely satisfying helping vets save time and stress less completing AHCs. We don't know when this change is happening but until then...

15/04/2025

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28/01/2025

Notes For Guidance Update for Animal Health Certificates: Rabies vaccinations

The NFG were updated in November 2024 and can be found here: https://www.improve-ov.com/instructions/instructions-file.php?unique_id=6720f2cd736dd&file_type=Form&action=view

Having read through both side by side I have found one paragraph change referring to the validity of the rabies vaccination:

“The period of validity of the vaccine starts from the establishment of protective immunity, in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. This should be at least 21 days following completion of the vaccination protocol required by the manufacturer for the primary vaccination. Please note, if the manufacturer states the protective immunity is demonstrated after 21 days then the animal must be certified after the onset of protective immunity established by the manufacturer. “

This change states that we need to use the manufacturer datasheet to determine the start date of the validity and recognises that it may be more than 21 days post vaccination. Although some vaccines state the onset of immunity can be as early as 14 days post vaccination we should use 21 days as a minimum for the purposes of issuing AHCs.

Not all vets that administer rabies vaccines are OVs so ensure there is a clear protocol at your practice. It is important to check the datasheet of the vaccine that you use in your practice to ensure that validity dates are consistent with the license.

Rabies Vaccination Protocol:
Scan microchip and record the number in your notes
Minimum age of vaccination is :
Vaccine is valid from:
Duration of immunity post primary vaccination:
Duration of immunity post booster vaccination:
Do not give on the same day as KC, L4, FeLV!

19/12/2024

Did you miss this?

Don't worry, it's available on replay.

Everything you need to make sure that issuing AHCs is profitable, keeps customers happy and doesn't overwhelm your team.

Plus there's a special discount for you if you sign up after the webinar

You can watch it here:

Imagine the AHC practice process as a journey from the initial phone call enquiry until the pet crosses the EU border. There are multiple practice team members involved a

05/12/2024

🚨 Reminder: Don’t Miss This Webinar! 🚨

📅 Date: 11th December
⏰ Time: 12:30 GMT

Webinar: Perfect Your Practice AHC Process

🔍 This session will guide you through optimising your practice's AHC (Animal Health Certificate) process from the first enquiry to the pet crossing the EU border. Learn how to:
✔️ Improve efficiency in your practice.
✔️ Get your team aligned and confident.
✔️ Keep clients happy while balancing other tasks.

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02/12/2024

Find More Time for What Really Matters with the 15-Minute AHC

Are Animal Health Certificates (AHCs) taking up more time than you'd like? If your team is spending hours on paperwork, it’s time to make a change.

In my FREE Masterclass: Perfect Your Practice AHC Process, I’ll show you how to streamline your AHC process so you can issue them in just 15 minutes—giving you and your team more time for what matters most:

✅ Exceptional patient care
✅ Strengthening client relationships
✅ Running a more efficient, profitable practice

What you’ll learn:

How to cut AHC processing time down to just 15 minutes with simple, effective changes.
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How streamlining AHCs can boost profitability and enhance client satisfaction.
Imagine a practice where:
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Let’s make AHCs faster, simpler, and more profitable for your practice.

Imagine the AHC practice process as a journey from the initial phone call enquiry until the pet crosses the EU border. There are multiple practice team members involved a

29/11/2024

Tired of AHC Complaints Draining Your Time and Energy?

Animal Health Certificates (AHCs) are a vital service for your practice—but when things go wrong, client complaints can pile up fast. Miscommunications, delays, or simple errors can damage your reputation and stress your team.

That’s why I’m joining forces with Webinarvet to present a FREE Masterclass: Perfect Your Practice AHC Process.

💡 What you’ll discover:
The Top 5 Reasons Why Clients Complain About Their AHCs—and What You Can Do About It.

Here’s what you’ll take away:
✅ How to prevent the most common AHC errors that frustrate clients.
✅ Communication tips to ensure clarity between your team and clients.
✅ Simple, practical changes to eliminate complaints before they happen.

Imagine running a practice where:
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✔️ Your team is confident, efficient, and stress-free.
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Let’s make AHCs an asset for your practice, not a liability.

Imagine the AHC practice process as a journey from the initial phone call enquiry until the pet crosses the EU border. There are multiple practice team members involved a

27/11/2024

Veterinary practices across the UK are grappling with the challenge of managing Animal Health Certificates (AHCs). Done right, they can be a profitable, client-bonding service. Done wrong, they drain time, energy, and resources—and create stress for your team.

That’s why I’m collaborating with Webinarvet to present a FREE Masterclass: Perfect Your Practice AHC Process.

💡 During this session, we’ll tackle the big question:
Are AHCs helping your practice grow or quietly eating away at your profits?

Here’s what you’ll learn:
✅ How to streamline your AHC process so vets complete certificates in 15 minutes.
✅ How to turn AHCs into a stress-free, profitable service for your practice.
✅ How to avoid common mistakes that lead to client complaints and wasted time.

Imagine a practice where:
✔️ Your team knows exactly what to do, every time.
✔️ Errors and miscommunications are a thing of the past.
✔️ You save up to 75% of the time spent on AHCs—time that can be reinvested into patient care.

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Let’s make AHCs work for your practice, not against it.

Imagine the AHC practice process as a journey from the initial phone call enquiry until the pet crosses the EU border. There are multiple practice team members involved a

18/11/2024

If your practice does AHCs this is for you!

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Master the journey of Animal Health Certificates (AHCs)—from the first enquiry to the pet crossing the EU border! Learn how to build a clear, efficient process that empowers your team and keeps clients happy, all while boosting your practice’s efficiency and profitability.

💡 What You’ll Gain:
-Insights into linking efficiency with profitability
-Steps for a smooth AHC process, from initial enquiry to departure
-SOPs and resources to make pet travel a breeze for your team
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18/11/2024

When it comes to Animal Health Certificates (AHCs), even the tiniest mistake can create a big problem.

A missed checkbox, an incorrect date, or an unchecked box could mean border delays, extra costs for clients, or frustrating paperwork corrections.

But with OVForm, those worries become a thing of the past.

Our platform is designed with built-in error checks, automatically validating the information you enter to catch anything that might be missing or incorrect.

This makes it very difficult to issue an invalid AHC, reducing the risk of last-minute stress and ensuring a smooth journey for your clients’ pets.

OVForm has your back, so you can confidently complete AHCs in just minutes, knowing that each certificate is accurate and complete.

Ready for a simpler, error-free way to handle AHCs? Give OVForm a try for free today!
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