The Best Sites for Travelling With Pets
Travelling with a pet takes extra planning, from pet-friendly hotels and airline rules to vaccinations and import permits. These sites find places that welcome animals, and sitters for when your pet stays home.
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How do I find pet-friendly hotels?
BringFido lists pet-friendly hotels, vacation rentals, restaurants, beaches and activities in thousands of cities, with each property's pet policy and fees. PetsWelcome is another large directory of pet-friendly accommodation, and GoPetFriendly helps plan road trips with pets, including stops along the route. Always confirm size and breed limits, extra fees and whether pets can be left alone in the room.
Can I fly with my pet?
Most airlines allow small cats and dogs in the cabin in an approved carrier under the seat, for a fee and with limited spaces per flight. Larger animals usually travel in the hold or as cargo, and some airlines refuse certain breeds, especially snub-nosed dogs. Pet Travel explains each airline's rules and the entry requirements for every country. For international moves, PetRelocation handles the paperwork, flights and quarantine.
What paperwork does my pet need for international travel?
Requirements vary by country but often include a microchip, rabies vaccination, a health certificate issued shortly before travel and sometimes a blood test or quarantine. The EU pet passport covers travel within Europe. Start the process months in advance for countries with strict rules, such as Australia, New Zealand and Japan.
What if my pet stays home?
Rover connects you with trusted pet sitters and dog walkers who care for your pet in your home or theirs. TrustedHousesitters offers live-in sitters who look after your pets and home for free in exchange for a place to stay.
Tips for travelling with pets
- Keep your pet's ID tag and microchip details up to date.
- Pack food, medicines, a lead and a familiar blanket or toy.
- Plan regular breaks on road trips.
- Never leave a pet in a parked car.