Germany is one of the most practical countries in Europe for traveling with a dog. For many it’s the destination; just as often it’s a transit country on the way farther west, north, or south in Europe. If you’re coming …
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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.
BorderCooler®— dog travel requirements
Are you planning a trip abroad with your dog? Check the entry requirements for various countries directly in BorderCooler®.
Bringing your dog to Switzerland: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Switzerland is one of the most pleasant countries to travel in with a dog. Dogs are a normal part of public life; you’ll often see them on trains, cable cars, in hotels, and around hiking areas. However, Switzerland isn’t in …
Taking your dog to Sweden: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Sweden is one of the easier countries to visit with a dog, provided you have the basics in order. Compared with Finland or the United Kingdom, it offers one welcome perk: dogs entering Sweden are not required to be treated …
Flying with your dog safely: when a flight makes sense—and when to skip it
When you start looking into flying with a dog, most questions are very practical. If it’s your first time, it’s natural to focus on airline rules, carrier dimensions and the cost of transport. How much does a dog’s ticket cost? …
Travelling to Great Britain with a dog: entry requirements from the EU, Northern Ireland, and non‑EU countries
Travelling to Great Britain with a dog is fairly straightforward, and dogs are a normal part of everyday life. As with any trip, though, you’ll need good planning and a clear grasp of the entry rules. Expect to arrange the …
Traveling in the EU with a puppy: when is a valid rabies vaccination not required?
When you travel with a dog within the European Union, a simple rule applies: the dog must be microchipped, have a valid rabies vaccination, and carry the appropriate travel document—most often the EU Pet Passport. For puppies, however, there’s an …
Traveling to Finland with a dog: entry rules from the EU and from non‑EU countries
Finland is one of the easier countries to travel to with a dog if your paperwork is in order. That holds whether you’re coming from within the European Union or from a non‑EU country. For EU travel, the core rules …
Interview for Dobrodruh.sk: Traveling with a Dog — Practical Experience, Mistakes, and Tips
The portal Dobrodruh.sk is one of Slovakia’s best-known travel sites, with a long-standing focus on real on-the-road experience, practical tips, and interviews with people in the field. So we were all the more delighted when we got the chance to …
EU Pet Passport for a Dog from Outside the EU: Can You Get One, and How Does It Work?
An EU Pet Passport for a dog from outside the EU? Is it even possible—and does it make sense? This question comes up more often than you might think. And the answer isn’t entirely straightforward. Traveling with a dog between …
BorderCooler®: Travel with your dog—no surprises
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 …