Crossing from Poland to Sweden on an overnight ferry was the opening chapter of our summer loop through Scandinavia and the Baltics. We sailed with TT-Line from the port of Świnoujście in Poland to Trelleborg in Sweden — and of …
Across Borders
Practical advice for crossing borders with a dog. Find country-by-country entry rules, required documents, microchip and rabies vaccination basics, and the differences between travel from EU and non‑EU countries.
We also cover special cases such as islands and overseas territories, and share practical alternatives for tricky routes, including flight options from regional airports.
Traveling with a Dog from the EU to South America: Country-by-Country Entry Rules
Traveling with a dog outside the European Union is always a notch trickier than traveling within Schengen. Add South America and you enter a world of different veterinary rules, extra paperwork, and often murkier information. Good preparation is essential. The …
Traveling with a dog from the EU to Bolivia: what to know and how it works in practice
Traveling with a dog to South America is always a mix of thorough preparation, patience, and a dose of improvisation. Bolivia is rarely mentioned in this context, but you can bring a dog here too—if you know what to expect. …
From the EU to Paraguay with a dog: what to know and how it plays out in practice
Traveling with a dog beyond Europe is always a bit trickier than moving around within the EU—especially when it’s South America and a long intercontinental flight. Paraguay doesn’t come up often among people traveling with dogs, but with the right …
Traveling with a dog from the EU to Bosnia and Herzegovina: what to know and how it works on the ground
Traveling the Balkans with a dog has its quirks, but most of the time it’s surprisingly simple—especially if you’re well prepared for the logistics. Bosnia and Herzegovina is still a bit of an unknown for many travelers, and all the …
Travelling from the EU to Montenegro with a dog: what to know and how it works in practice
Travelling around the Balkans with a dog is surprisingly straightforward—at least at first glance. Montenegro is particularly appealing for travellers with a dog: the sea, mountains, fewer crowds and relatively short drives. It isn’t an EU member state, though, which …
Travelling to Norway with a dog: paperwork isn’t everything!
This article isn’t here to give bad advice. Quite the opposite. It’s a confession, a look back at a mistake, and a warning for anyone planning to take a dog to Norway. Our dog Ibo was prepared for the trip …
Flying with your dog: a complete guide to cabin and hold travel
Heading off to a dream destination but don’t want to leave your dog at home or in a kennel? Bring them along. Flying with a dog can sound mysterious and daunting, but today it’s relatively straightforward. You will, however, need …








