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 …
General Tips
Planning a trip with your dog? These general tips cover the essentials: preparation, health precautions, packing smart, and staying safe on the road.
Expect practical, experience-based advice—from managing risks like leishmaniasis to navigating leash rules, stray dogs, and local norms. Gear lists, checklists, and honest pros and cons help you travel responsibly and enjoyably together.
Leishmaniasis in dogs and humans: a risk in southern Europe and beyond
If you’re travelling with a dog to southern Europe – for example to southern Croatia, Montenegro, Italy, Spain, Greece or Portugal – or to other warm, subtropical or tropical parts of the world, you should know about leishmaniasis. It’s a …
The reality of dog walking in South America: experiences from Paraguay and Bolivia
Dog walking in Europe tends to follow clear rules. Parks, leashes, fenced off‑leash areas, mandatory vaccinations, and a general sense that you’re in control of what’s happening around you. If a dog scuffle breaks out, it’s usually between two owners …
Travel gear
Traveling and taking longer trips with a dog eventually makes it clear that spontaneity has its limits — being responsible means preparing. Our packing list didn’t appear overnight; it grew out of experience, real situations, and the little problems we …
Pros and cons of traveling with a dog
For many people, traveling with a dog feels natural; for others, it’s unthinkable or—at best—a major complication that can reshape a holiday or weekend away. The truth is, a dog is neither purely a “bonus” nor simply a “problem”—it’s a …





