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Require health certificate, except those for exhibition purposes. Must be vaccinated against rabies within 12 months of importation if over 6 months of age. The health certificate to indicate non- exposure to rabies. Dogs or cats imported into Massachusetts that are not currently vaccinated for rabies will be required to be vaccinated within 90 days of entry or acquisition or upon reaching the age of 6 months.