One missing stamp and you won’t be allowed to cross the border with your dog. They’ll just turn you back—no discussion.
That’s exactly what BorderCooler® is for.
Planning a holiday with your four-legged companion? BorderCooler® is a smart tool that instantly tells you everything you need to arrange before you go—without hours of googling, unclear information, or endless vet consultations.
Cross-border dog travel rules: how BorderCooler® works
Simply enter your departure country and your destination. BorderCooler® shows you a clear overview of the rules for traveling with a dog—covering both entry and return. You’ll see whether you need a microchip, which vaccinations are mandatory, which veterinary documents you must carry, whether an import permit or a titer test is required, plus other route-specific requirements.
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But it’s more than just a list of rules for traveling with a dog.
Each result shows the date of the last update and a reliability rating—so you always know how much you can rely on the information. If some requirements depend on other factors—like your dog’s age, the mode of transport, or previously visited countries—the system flags it clearly.
For example, you’ll see whether you need a titer test (which can take several months), or if a valid rabies vaccination is enough. Details like these often decide whether your trip goes smoothly, or ends before it even begins.
The database covers hundreds of country combinations—from common European destinations to less typical corners of the world. BorderCooler® also flags places where getting in with a dog is very difficult or impossible—saving you a nasty surprise at the border. Crossing with a dog becomes less stressful and far more predictable—a genuinely cool process.
We collect and update data using artificial intelligence, but we rely on official sources—especially national veterinary authorities and each country’s current legislation. That’s why the dog-travel rules in BorderCooler® are built on real, verifiable information. The result combines modern technology with real-world experience of traveling with a dog—because paper can say a lot, but the actual trip is always a bit more “interesting.”
BorderCooler® is available in multiple languages—for travelers setting out from different corners of the world to a range of destinations.
We’re expanding the database continuously. If your favorite destination or departure country isn’t available yet, if you doubt any of the details shown, or you simply want peace of mind—contact us. We welcome every suggestion.
Custom checklist
BorderCooler® gives you a quick, reliable overview of the general rules for your route. It doesn’t account for individual factors like your dog’s age and health, its travel history, or the exact mode of transport. If you want these details reflected in a precise plan for your specific case, we’ll prepare a custom checklist.
We’ll factor in your dog’s age and history, the exact route, travel dates, and your planned mode of transport—whether you’re flying, driving or combining both. The result is an up-to-date, specific rundown of everything you need to arrange for your situation—not a generic guide, but a document you can take straight to your vet and then to the border.