Taking a Ferry to Spain with a Dog from the UK

Ferry to Spain with Dog

One of the easiest, but not quickest, ways to travel to Spain with a dog from the UK (and back) is by ferry. After all, you just hop on a ferry in England and disembark in Spain at the end of the voyage. Find out more about taking a ferry to Spain with a dog … Read more

Taking Dogs on the Ferry to France from the UK

Dogs on Ferry to France

One of the easiest ways to travel from the UK to France with your dog is by ferry. There are a wide range of ferries available, from the quick Dover to Calais crossings operated by multiple companies, to the longer ferries including overnight crossings to the west. Find out about the options available for taking … Read more

How to Take Your Dog to France from the UK in 2025

Taking a Dog to France

Prior to Brexit, it was easy to take your dog to France from the UK. Since then, it is no longer as simple, but it is still a relatively straightforward process – you can still take your dog to France. Find out all the requirements for taking a dog to France from the UK, plus … Read more

How to Travel with a Dog Between the UK and Europe

Taking a dog to Europe from UK

One of the best things about travelling in Europe with a dog is that it’s usually so easy! Generally you don’t require any paperwork for travelling from country to country and most transport options allow dogs. However, this isn’t the case if you’re departing the UK to travel to Europe with a dog, or on … Read more

DFDS Seaways Ferry with a Dog: Dieppe to Newhaven

DFDS Ferry Dieppe to Newhaven with a Dog

Compared to travelling around the rest of Europe, it’s a lot harder to travel to the UK with a dog. With pet dogs not allowed on the Eurostar train to London or to fly in the cabins of planes, there’s not many options available to people travelling to the UK with a dog. Additionally, many … Read more

Stena Line Ferry With a Dog: Harwich to Hook of Holland

Stena Line Ferry from Harwich to Hook of Holland with a dog

If you’re travelling between continental Europe and the UK with a dog, there’s not many transport options available, in particular if you’re travelling on foot without a car. I’ve previously written about the only ferry option available to foot passengers with a dog between France and England. Another popular alternative for foot passengers heading to … Read more

Taking a Dog to the USA from the UK in 2025

Taking a Dog to USA

So you’re living in the United Kingdom and want to head to the United States along with your dog, whether to relocate or because you’re going on a holiday. But what are your options for taking a dog to USA from UK? I cover the different options available, as of January 2025, plus the latest … Read more

Flying Out of the UK with a Dog in 2025

Flying with a dog UK

It’s commonly known that pet dogs cannot fly to the UK in the cabin or as checked baggage, only as cargo. However, the same rule doesn’t apply in reverse. While many airlines don’t fly pet dogs in either direction, there are some airlines that fly pet dogs (and cats) out of the UK in the … Read more

Which UK Airlines Allow Pets Onboard in 2025?

British Airways Plane

Unlike elsewhere in Europe, most airlines in the United Kingdom don’t allow pet dogs and cats to fly in the cabin or even as check-in baggage. While most European airlines allow pets to fly in the cabin, this is not allowed on most UK airlines, partially due to the government regulations. So, what are the rules … Read more