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Taking your dog to Turkey: entry rules and getting back home
Turkey straddles Europe and Asia, bringing together big cities, beach resorts, mountains, ancient ruins and long drives between very different regions. You can…
27 May 2026
Taking a dog to Denmark: entry rules from the EU and non‑EU countries
Denmark is a land of bridges, islands, coastal roads, ferries, sandy beaches and towns where a typical day often plays out by bike or by the water. It’s a very…
27 May 2026
Traveling to Hungary with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Hungary is a country many people drive to with a dog, often without complicated logistics. For many, it’s a short trip, a weekend stay, a transit leg, or part of a…
3 June 2026
Traveling to Cyprus with a dog: two entry regimes and the Green Line
Cyprus is unusual when traveling with a dog: one island, two different practical entry regimes. If you’re traveling with a dog, don’t treat Cyprus as a single,…
3 June 2026
Taking your dog to Namibia: entry requirements and returning home
Namibia draws travelers with its vast national parks, the Namib Desert, the Skeleton Coast and wild nature you won’t find anywhere else. For those traveling with a…
3 June 2026
Traveling to Cape Verde with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Return Home
Cape Verde is an island country in the Atlantic, best known for the islands of Sal, Boa Vista, Santiago, São Vicente and Santo Antão. For travelers with a dog, the…
3 June 2026
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…
18 February 2026
Traveling to the Netherlands with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non‑EU countries
The Netherlands is a popular European destination for city breaks, seaside holidays and longer stays. Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, the North Sea coast, cycling…
26 May 2026
Traveling to Panama with a Dog: Entry, Quarantine, and Returning Home
Panama sits between two oceans, is known for the Panama Canal, tropical nature, islands, mountains, rainforests and modern Panama City. Traveling with a dog to…
26 May 2026
Taking your dog to Germany: entry rules from the EU and non-EU countries
Germany is one of the most practical countries in Europe for traveling with a dog. For many it’s the destination; just as often it’s a transit country on the way…
19 May 2026
Bringing your dog to Switzerland: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Switzerland is one of the most pleasant countries to travel in with a dog. Dogs are a normal part of public life; you’ll often see them on trains, cable cars, in…
19 May 2026
Taking your dog to Sweden: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Sweden is one of the easier countries to visit with a dog, provided you have the basics in order. Compared with Finland or the United Kingdom, it offers one welcome…
19 May 2026
Flying with a dog from Slovakia: Bratislava Airport and sensible alternatives
In recent months, the flight network from Bratislava Airport has expanded significantly. At first glance it feels like holiday destinations have become much easier…
31 March 2026
Traveling to Israel with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Israel is a country where traveling with a dog is entirely doable, but it still takes thorough preparation. It’s not just about a plane ticket and a travel crate.…
30 June 2026
Taking your dog to Saudi Arabia: entry requirements, import permit, and return to the EU
Saudi Arabia is not one of those countries where a microchip, a rabies vaccination, and a veterinary certificate are all you need to travel with a dog. A pre…
30 June 2026
Booking a flight with a dog by phone with Air Europa: our experience
When we bought tickets for our next trip with our dog to South America this year, we quickly realized how much last year’s experience helped. It was still fairly…
16 June 2026
Traveling to Iceland with a dog: entry requirements and the return home
Iceland draws travelers with its volcanic terrain, waterfalls, geothermal areas and long drives across one of Europe’s most dramatic natural backdrops. But taking a…
9 June 2026
Traveling with a Dog: Podcast for Dobrodruh.sk
If you have been wondering whether it is really possible to travel with a dog properly — not just around your area, but far beyond your home country — this podcast…
9 June 2026
Traveling to Algeria with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Algeria is a vast North African country that spans Mediterranean coastal cities, Saharan landscapes, historic sites and lesser‑visited regions. When traveling with…
2 June 2026
Travelling to Croatia with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non-EU countries
Croatia is one of the most popular destinations for travelling with a dog—whether you’re heading for the sea, a coastal road trip or the Biokovo mountains. Entry…
17 February 2026
Traveling to Bulgaria with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non‑EU countries
Bulgaria is a practical and often underrated destination for traveling with a dog. You’ll find the Black Sea coast, Sofia, Plovdiv, the Rila and Pirin mountains,…
28 May 2026
Taking a Dog to Russia: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Russia is an enormous country with very different regions — from Moscow and St. Petersburg across the Urals and Siberia to the Far East, Kamchatka, Sakhalin and the…
28 May 2026
Travelling to Poland with a dog: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Poland is a practical, affordable destination for travelling with a dog. It has big cities, the Baltic Sea, the Masurian Lakes, the Tatras, national parks, historic…
28 May 2026
Traveling to Spain with a dog: entry requirements from the EU and non‑EU countries
Spain is one of those countries where traveling with a dog is relatively straightforward—especially if you’re arriving from another EU member state. That’s largely…
5 March 2026
Traveling to the Philippines with a Dog: Entry Requirements and the Return Home
The Philippines is an island nation in Southeast Asia with more than 7,000 islands, a tropical climate, and a dense network of flights. Travelers visit year round…
4 June 2026
Travelling to Kosovo with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Kosovo isn’t an EU member state, yet for many travellers with a dog it’s close and very doable — especially by car from neighbouring Balkan countries or from…
4 June 2026
Traveling to Slovenia with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Slovenia is one of those countries people often drive to with a dog. For many it’s a short break, a mountain trip, a lakeside holiday, or simply a transit country…
4 June 2026
Traveling to Latvia with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Latvia is a country people often travel to with a dog by car, ferry, or plane. For many, it’s part of a Baltic itinerary, a stop between Lithuania and Estonia, or a…
4 June 2026
Traveling to Lithuania with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Lithuania draws visitors with historic Vilnius, its Baltic coast, the Curonian Spit and vast forest landscapes. For many, it’s part of a Baltic road trip or a…
4 June 2026
Traveling to Estonia with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Estonia is a country people often reach with a dog by car, ferry, or plane. For many, it’s part of a Baltic road trip, a longer journey in northern Europe, or a…
4 June 2026
Taking Your Dog to Oman: Entry Requirements, Import Permit, and the Journey Home
Oman draws travelers with desert scenery, mountain roads, the Arabian Sea coastline, and a more relaxed vibe than many of its neighbors. For a trip with a dog,…
2 July 2026
Where it’s very hard to go with a dog—and where it’s impossible
Traveling with a dog within Europe or North America is relatively straightforward today. If you’re coming from countries like Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Germany,…
19 February 2026
Taking your dog to Egypt: entry requirements and return home
Egypt draws travelers with its pyramids, Cairo, Luxor, the Red Sea, desert landscapes, and an atmosphere unlike Europe. Traveling to Egypt with a dog is possible,…
31 May 2026
Traveling to Serbia with a dog: entry and return requirements
Serbia is an easy country to reach by car and offers far more than a simple transit route through the Balkans to the south. You’ll find Belgrade, Novi Sad,…
31 May 2026
Traveling to Slovakia with a Dog: Entry rules from EU and non‑EU countries
Slovakia is a practical destination for traveling with a dog in the heart of Europe. You’ll find Bratislava, the Tatras, historic towns, castles, thermal baths,…
31 May 2026
Bringing your dog to the Czech Republic: entry requirements from the EU and non‑EU countries
The Czech Republic is one of Central Europe’s most appealing—and logistically easiest—destinations. Cities like Prague, Brno and Český Krumlov draw visitors for…
31 May 2026
Vatican with a dog: where you can and can’t go
The Vatican is a sovereign state, but it doesn’t make sense to treat a visit with a dog like a trip to Thailand or Australia. There are two reasons. First, for most…
31 May 2026
Taking your dog to Greece: entry rules from EU and non‑EU countries
Greece is one of Europe’s most popular holiday countries. The good news when traveling with a dog is that it’s an EU member state, so if you’re coming from another…
24 May 2026
Taking your dog to Albania: entry requirements and getting back home
Albania draws travelers with its mountains, coast, historic towns, and a travel experience that still feels a bit adventurous. You can absolutely go with a dog, and…
24 May 2026
Traveling to Kazakhstan with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Kazakhstan draws travelers with grand mountain scenery around Almaty, canyons, lakes, steppe landscapes, and the modern capital Astana. If you’re traveling with a…
7 June 2026
Traveling to China with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
China is an enormous, diverse country with thousands of years of history, monumental cities like Beijing and Shanghai, mountain landscapes, tea regions, and a…
7 June 2026
Traveling to Georgia with a Dog: Entry Requirements and the Return Home
Georgia is a South Caucasus country with a vibrant capital, Tbilisi, mountain regions like Svaneti and Kazbegi, and the Black Sea around Batumi. Many people visit…
7 June 2026
Traveling with a dog from the EU to Bolivia: what to know and how it works in practice
Traveling with a dog to South America is always a mix of thorough preparation, patience, and a dose of improvisation. Bolivia is rarely mentioned in this context,…
8 February 2026
From the EU to Paraguay with a dog: what to know and how it plays out in practice
Traveling with a dog beyond Europe is always a bit trickier than moving around within the EU—especially when it’s South America and a long intercontinental flight.…
8 February 2026
Traveling to Portugal with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non‑EU countries
Portugal is an appealing country on the Atlantic edge of Europe. You’ll find Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve, surf beaches, inland mountains, Madeira and the Azores.…
30 May 2026
Bringing a dog to Singapore: entry requirements, quarantine and returning home
Singapore has very strict and detailed rules for importing animals. Travelling with a dog to Singapore is possible, but you need to plan well in advance. What…
30 May 2026
Travelling to Thailand with a dog: entry requirements and return home
Thailand with a dog isn’t the kind of holiday you’re used to at home—whether you’re travelling from Europe, North America, Australia or elsewhere. Bangkok’s sprawl,…
30 May 2026
Taking a dog to North Macedonia: entry requirements and the return home
North Macedonia is a practical Balkan country for road trips and as a transit route to Greece, Albania or further into Southeast Europe. You’ll find Skopje, Lake…
30 May 2026
Traveling in the EU with a puppy: when is a valid rabies vaccination not required?
When you travel with a dog within the European Union, a simple rule applies: the dog must be microchipped, have a valid rabies vaccination, and carry the…
16 May 2026
Traveling to Andorra with a dog: entry requirements and practical rules
Andorra sits in the Pyrenees between Spain and France. Many visitors come for the mountains, hiking and skiing, or use it as a short stop when crossing northern…
27 June 2026
Traveling to Armenia with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Armenia is a landlocked country in the South Caucasus with one of the world’s oldest Christian traditions—a land of monasteries, stone churches and cultural…
6 June 2026
Traveling to Northern Ireland with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Northern Ireland is part of the United Kingdom and sits on the northeastern side of the island of Ireland. Expect a dramatic Atlantic coast, historic cities such as…
6 June 2026
Taking your dog to Bosnia and Herzegovina: entry requirements and returning home
For many travellers, Bosnia and Herzegovina is still a little off the radar, which only adds to its authenticity—mountains, canyons, historic towns like Mostar and…
7 February 2026
Taking your dog to Montenegro: entry requirements and the journey home
Montenegro is a very appealing destination for travelers with dogs—sea, mountains, fewer crowds, and relatively short drives from neighboring countries. Although…
7 February 2026
Taking your dog to Tunisia: entry requirements and return home
For many travelers, Tunisia is an accessible gateway to North Africa. You’ll find coastal resorts, medinas, desert landscapes, ancient sites, the island of Djerba…
25 May 2026
Taking your dog to Morocco: entry and return requirements
Morocco is a land of medinas, desert, the Atlas Mountains, the Atlantic coast, fishing towns, colorful souks and long drives between very different regions. For…
25 May 2026
Traveling to Canada with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Canada is vast, safe, and very appealing to travelers. You’ll find Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, the Rockies, national parks, lakes, the Atlantic coast, and long…
25 May 2026
Traveling to Peru with a dog: entry requirements and the return home
Peru is one of South America’s most compelling countries. You’ve got Lima, the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Machu Picchu, the Andes, the Amazon, a desert coast, and…
25 May 2026
Taking a Dog to Argentina: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Argentina is vast, varied, and endlessly tempting for travelers. You’ll find buzzing Buenos Aires, iconic Patagonia, Iguazú Falls, the Andes, wine regions—and long,…
25 May 2026
Flying with your dog safely: when a flight makes sense—and when to skip it
When you start looking into flying with a dog, most questions are very practical. If it’s your first time, it’s natural to focus on airline rules, carrier…
18 May 2026
Travelling to Great Britain with a dog: entry requirements from the EU, Northern Ireland, and non‑EU countries
Travelling to Great Britain with a dog is fairly straightforward, and dogs are a normal part of everyday life. As with any trip, though, you’ll need good planning…
18 May 2026
Traveling to France with a dog: entry rules from the EU and non‑EU countries
France is one of the easier countries to visit with a dog. As an EU member state, it follows the same basic rules as most European countries. That doesn’t mean…
9 March 2026
Taking your dog to Belgium: entry rules from the EU and from non-EU countries
Belgium draws travelers with historic cities such as Brussels, Bruges, Ghent, and Antwerp, as well as an extensive cycling network, a North Sea coast, and plenty of…
8 June 2026
Traveling to Japan with a dog: entry requirements, quarantine, and returning home
Japan has strict, detailed rules for bringing animals into the country. For a trip with a dog, it’s not enough to sort out a microchip and a rabies vaccination. In…
1 June 2026
Traveling to Malta with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Malta is a popular island nation in the Mediterranean, known for its historic towns, the sea, short distances and pleasant climate. For travel with a dog, the key…
1 June 2026
Traveling to Romania with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
Romania is a large and diverse country, drawing travelers with its historic towns, the Carpathians, Transylvania, the Danube Delta, and the Black Sea coast. For…
1 June 2026
Taking your dog to South Africa: entry requirements and returning home
South Africa draws travelers with varied landscapes, cities, and nature. Cape Town, the winelands, the ocean coast, and the greater Johannesburg area all offer…
1 June 2026
Flying with your dog: a complete guide to cabin and hold travel
Heading off to a dream destination but don’t want to leave your dog at home or in a kennel? Bring them along. Flying with a dog can sound mysterious and daunting,…
14 July 2025
Traveling with a dog from the EU to the countries of the former Yugoslavia: a complete guide to entry requirements
The countries of the former Yugoslavia have long been among favorite holiday destinations for Slovaks and other EU travelers. While Croatia and Slovenia draw the…
9 February 2026
Overnight ferry from Poland to Sweden with a dog: our experience
Crossing from Poland to Sweden on an overnight ferry was the opening chapter of our summer loop through Scandinavia and the Baltics. We sailed with TT Line from the…
9 February 2026
Traveling with a Dog from the EU to South America: Country-by-Country Entry Rules
Traveling with a dog outside the European Union is always a notch trickier than traveling within Schengen. Add South America and you enter a world of different…
9 February 2026
EU Pet Passport for a Dog from Outside the EU: Can You Get One, and How Does It Work?
An EU Pet Passport for a dog from outside the EU? Is it even possible—and does it make sense? This question comes up more often than you might think. And the answer…
27 April 2026
BorderCooler®: Travel with your dog—no surprises
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.…
20 April 2026
Taking your dog to New Zealand: entry requirements, quarantine, and returning home
New Zealand has some of the world’s strictest animal entry rules. The country protects its biosecurity status with great care and, when you import a dog, requires a…
29 May 2026
Taking a dog to Australia: entry requirements, quarantine, and returning home
Australia is one of the most paperwork heavy destinations in the world for traveling with a dog. The country strictly protects its biosecurity status and, when…
29 May 2026
Traveling to Finland with a dog: entry rules from the EU and from non‑EU countries
Finland is one of the easier countries to travel to with a dog if your paperwork is in order. That holds whether you’re coming from within the European Union or…
15 May 2026
Interview for Dobrodruh.sk: Traveling with a Dog — Practical Experience, Mistakes, and Tips
The portal Dobrodruh.sk is one of Slovakia's best known travel sites, with a long standing focus on real on the road experience, practical tips, and interviews with…
1 May 2026
Traveling to Italy with a dog: entry requirements from EU and non-EU countries
Italy is one of the easier countries to travel to with a dog. As a member of the European Union, it follows the same basic set of rules as most European nations.…
6 March 2026
Traveling to Austria with a dog: entry requirements from the EU and non-EU countries
Austria is a country many people visit with their dogs — for the Alps, lakes, cities like Vienna and Salzburg, or as part of a longer trip across Central Europe. As…
12 June 2026
Travelling to Ireland with a dog: entry requirements and returning home
Ireland is an island nation in the northwest of Europe, known for its green landscapes, dramatic Atlantic coastline, medieval castles and lively cities such as…
5 June 2026
Traveling to South Korea with a Dog: Entry Requirements and Returning Home
South Korea is a modern, densely populated country in East Asia with developed infrastructure, vibrant cities like Seoul and Busan, and nature ranging from mountain…
5 June 2026
Helsinki–Tallinn by ferry with a dog
We crossed from Finland to Estonia by ferry at the end of summer 2024 during our road trip through Scandinavia and the Baltics, with our dog Ibo along for the ride.…
13 February 2026
Travelling to Norway with a dog: paperwork isn’t everything!
This article isn’t here to give bad advice. Quite the opposite. It’s a confession, a look back at a mistake, and a warning for anyone planning to take a dog to…
6 February 2026