There’s a wide variety of ferries that you can take between the UK and Europe, from short 90 minute crossings to one or two night voyages. There’s also a wide variety in the facilities onboard ferries for when you’re travelling with pets. While some ferries only offer the option of leaving your pet in your … Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
Northern Ireland is a fabulous destination to visit with your dog, whether you’re visiting family or friends or touring the beautiful countryside. However, due to being situated across the Irish Sea and being treated differently since the end of the Brexit transition, it’s potentially trickier to visit than the other countries of the United Kingdom. Read … Read more
Since the Eurostar started running train services connecting London, Paris and Brussels via the Eurotunnel in 1994, it’s been easier than ever to travel between the United Kingdom and Continental Europe. But what about if you’re travelling with your dog or other pet? Are dogs allowed on the Eurostar train to and from London, and … Read more
If you’re travelling to Spain with your dog from the UK, one of the quickest and easiest ways is to fly with your dog to Spain. While pet dogs can only fly into the UK as cargo, not in the cabin or even as check-in baggage, the same prohibition doesn’t apply to pets flying out … Read more