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Regarding PCS moving expenses, besides shipping my pet, are any other pet-related expenses tax deductible?

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June 6, 2019
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For example, in order to move to Hawaii, specific vaccines, a rabies titer test and health certificate were required. We purchased a pet carrier, sedatives for travel and paid the Department of Agriculture for his release. Are any of these expenses deductible as well?

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It depends but if you have to relocate because of a PCS, nearly any ordinary and necessary moving out-of-pocket expense that is not reimbursed by the government is deductible. So if it was necessary to get a pet carrier, sedatives and release forms for the move, then you would be able to include these expenses as part of your moving expenses. Just remember to keep a record of your deductible moving expenses with your tax files for future reference.

Please refer to these links related to moving expenses: IRS - Moving Expenses and Moving Expense Deduction