I just spoke to my shipper here in Canada, and he assures me that the CITES import permit doesn't need to travel with her and it should be fine for it to be waiting for me at the airport. Could faint with relief! So hopefully this will all be sorted by tomorrow.
My girl had her H5N1 exam at our house today. It involved a swab inside the vent (aww

). She's so good with the vet. She just closes her eyes and plays dead. She doesn't ever bite or struggle. The only indication she's still alive is her little feet clutching themselves for dear life. Then when it was over she flew over into the Dr.s shoulder and gave her neck a little cuddle. She's so forgiving <3