Bowl, food, passport: what you should pay attention to when on vacation with your four-legged friend
A holiday with a dog must be well planned. What you should definitely think about if you want to take your four-legged friend with you:
For many, the dog is part of the family – of course it should also be with them on vacation. But before you travel with your four-legged friend, you should invest a little planning so that the break doesn’t become a stressful time. In the gallery we tell you what you should definitely pay attention to when planning a holiday with your dog.
Where to travel with a dog
First of all, you have to decide where to go. Think about the character of your dog: If he gets restless when driving, you should only decide to go for a short distance. The North Sea or the local mountains are also great holiday destinations and can be reached quickly.
Quarantine is not only for people in Corona times. If you’re considering going on holiday to Australia or New Zealand, don’t! In these countries, your four-legged friend must be quarantined for at least 30 days. Also, the long flight is not really pet friendly. Choose your vacation spot carefully so that you can spare your dog unnecessary (flight) stress.
You can find out about dog-friendly accommodation on various websites. In some hotels and vacation rentals there may be a hefty surcharge if you bring your four-legged friend – although no additional services are offered. So it is best to find out in advance which hotel is really dog-friendly.
If the hotel is dog-friendly, then your four-legged friend can also go into the dining room. But what equipment can I expect in the rooms? Ask beforehand whether there is a feeding bowl, a dog blanket or special towels for dirty paws. This will save you a lot of extra baggage.
If there is no extra sausage for your dog, be sure to bring a few towels to dry off. An old sheet can also protect the couch or hotel bed from dirt. You’ll save yourself a lot of trouble checking out later.
Usual dog food belongs in the luggage
Does your dog have a sensitive stomach? Then be sure to pack his usual dog food. You can’t buy your favorite brand everywhere. A first-aid kit and sufficient excrement bags should also not be forgotten.
You want to take a flight with your dog? The size and weight of the animal then determine whether it can be carried in a transport bag as hand luggage in the cabin or whether it has to travel in the hold. Chihuahuas and Yorkshire Terriers have a clear advantage here…
When booking a flight, be aware that being transported in the hold is a major burden for your dog. A mild sedative is recommended even for otherwise deeply relaxed four-legged friends. Loud noises and pressure differences can upset the animal.
Flying puts a strain on our four-legged friends
If a dog travels in the hold of an airplane, it will be heated. But it doesn’t get snuggly warm there. In addition, the dog could be bothered by the darkness. So be sure to include his favorite snuggle toy in the box. But don’t forget the water.
If your dog flies in the cabin, make sure that the transport bag is leak-proof. To avoid a wet surprise, place an absorbent pad inside.
By the way, not all airlines allow dogs on board. You should definitely find out beforehand whether your pet is allowed to fly with you. With EasyJet and Ryanair, for example, taking it with you is generally prohibited. The only exceptions are guide and service dogs, which must be registered in advance.
Taking animals in the cabin usually costs 50 to 70 euros, depending on the airline. Traveling in the hold is more expensive: Depending on the size of the dog and the duration of the flight, the ticket can cost up to 300 euros.
Valid papers are also required for dogs
National borders do not only apply to people – even a dog needs valid papers to be able to travel abroad. The EU pet passport has been in existence since 2004 and should be taken with you when traveling within the EU. You can get this from the vet.
In addition to the owner, all vaccinations and information about the animal, such as name, species, coat color and sex, are also recorded in the EU pet passport. The microchip number is also given there. The animal “passport” is also valid as proof of vaccination, so you no longer need an additional vaccination certificate.
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