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Practical information about pet travel & holidays to help you care for your pet and prepare questions for your veterinarian.
Starting April 2026, U.S. residents must obtain a USDA-endorsed Animal Health Certificate for every trip to the EU with dogs, cats, or ferrets. Here is what American pet owners need to know about the new requirements.
As of April 22, 2026, non-EU residents must use Animal Health Certificates instead of EU pet passports to enter the EU with dogs, cats, or ferrets. This guide covers every requirement, timeline, and document you need before your trip.
Major U.S. airlines enforce cargo embargoes for live animals from May through September when ground temperatures exceed safe thresholds. This guide covers carrier policies, temperature cutoffs, cabin alternatives, and state-specific planning tips for American pet owners traveling in summer 2026.
Abu Dhabi's Circular No. 2/2026 now permits dogs and cats in participating hotels and restaurants under strict hygiene and documentation standards. This guide covers every rule, required document, and planning step for a pet inclusive holiday in the UAE this spring.
Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer travel, and pet-friendly rooms book fast. This state-by-state checklist covers restraint laws, heat safety, packing essentials, and vet prep for dogs hitting the road.
Most U.S. airlines enforce pet cargo embargoes from May 1 through September 30 when ground temperatures exceed 85 °F. This guide covers current carrier policies, state regulations, ground transport alternatives, and a step by step safety plan for American pet owners.
Everything cat owners need to know about flying within the EU in 2026, from pet passport updates and airline carrier dimensions to cabin vs. cargo rules and veterinary sedation guidance. A step by step checklist for a safe, stress free flight.
Hotel rooms and holiday rentals confront dogs with a convergence of olfactory, acoustic, and territorial stressors that can trigger marking, vocalisation, and anxiety far beyond simple nerves. Understanding the root causes of these behaviours and applying evidence-based management strategies makes the difference between a stressful trip and a settled, enjoyable one.
Choosing between home pet sitting and a cat boarding facility is one of the most consequential decisions a US cat owner can make before a long vacation. This guide covers how to vet sitters, plan for regional climate risks, manage veterinary costs, and protect your cat's wellbeing from departure to return.
Navigate the crowds and petals safely with this essential Hanami guide. We cover picnic hazards, crowd management, and the etiquette of photographing pets under the cherry blossoms.
Ensure a stress-free cherry blossom viewing experience with our comprehensive safety checklist. From toxic plant identification to crowd management and picnic etiquette, here is how to keep your pet safe during Hanami.