Get lost!
Get lost!
Practical advice for air travel with a dog. We cover airline policies, in-cabin vs hold transport, carrier sizing, booking strategy, and what to do when plans change or baggage goes missing.
New to flying with a dog? Start with our step-by-step overview, then explore airport notes, route alternatives, and destination guides to decide if a flight is the right choice for your dog.
In recent months, the flight network from Bratislava Airport has expanded significantly. At first glance it feels like holiday destinations have become much easier to reach. More routes, more options, more flexibility. But if you’re traveling with a dog—especially by …
The Canary Islands are one of Europe’s favourite holiday destinations. Going to the Canaries with a dog, however, isn’t the obvious choice and takes more planning than a standard beach‑hotel break. The reliable weather, ocean and volcanic landscapes attract visitors …
Even just traveling with a dog—bringing your dog along on holiday or a short trip—is a big shift for both of you. Over time, many owners find that having a dog with them on the road isn’t such a challenge …
Flying with a dog in the baggage hold is always a bit more stressful than traveling with a dog in the cabin—or without one at all. And while most flights end without a hitch, there’s one scenario that worries almost …
If your dog meets the airline’s weight and size limits, your dog can travel with you in the airplane cabin. In that case, choosing the right carrier is just as important as for travel in the airplane hold—the criteria are …
When your dog flies in the aircraft hold, the crate becomes their temporary home. It’s the space where they’ll spend a few hours without your direct supervision. That’s why choosing the right one is one of the most important steps …
Flying with a dog is more common than it used to be, but each airline’s rules aren’t identical. The details matter — your dog’s weight, the size of the carrier, aircraft type, any connections, and the destination country. Below you’ll …
For years, Vienna Airport has been our main jumping-off point for most trips. It’s easy for us to reach and has a broad network of connections. For traveling with a dog, it’s one of those airports where things tend to …
So far, we’ve used Madrid’s airport four times—once to fly out to Asunción in Paraguay, once arriving from Santa Cruz in Bolivia, and twice flying in and out of Vienna. We’re talking about Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD), one of …
We flew into Paraguay via Silvio Pettirossi International Airport in Asunción with our dog Ibo. It’s a relatively small, easy-to-navigate airport where you can get through arrival formalities fairly quickly. Passport control took the most time—though if you have a …