Italy is exceptionally pet-friendly, with dogs welcome in restaurants, shops, and public transport across most regions. But several endemic diseases and environmental hazards pose real risks to dogs and cats living in or visiting Italy. Leishmaniasis is endemic in southern…
If your pet is moving internationally on KLM Cargo, there's a good chance Amsterdam Schiphol is part of the route. KLM operates one of the only airline-run animal hotels in the world at Schiphol, and for pets on long-haul…
Germany is one of the most dog-friendly countries in Europe. Dogs ride the U-Bahn, sit under café tables, and trail their owners through most shops without a second glance. But pet-friendly culture and pet-friendly bureaucracy are two different things.…
Flying Pets Separately From Their Owners
Yes, a cat can usually fly without traveling on the same plane as the owner. For a move like Hawaii to New York, the cat would normally travel as air cargo or through an…
Flying Internationally with Restricted Dog Breeds
Flying internationally with a restricted dog breed can be possible, but it takes more planning than a standard pet move. The biggest issue is that the term restricted breed does not mean just one…
Crossing the U.S.-Canada Border with Pets
Driving across the U.S.-Canada border with your dog or cat is usually more straightforward than people expect, but it still pays to prepare. The right documents depend on your pet…
Germany has some of the most layered breed restriction rules in Europe. There's a federal ban, and then there are state-level lists on top of it, and the two systems work differently. Whether your dog can enter and live…
How Do Pets Handle Long International Flights?
For most pet owners, the first long international flight is the most anxiety-inducing part of a move. The questions are predictable: Is the cargo hold safe? Will my dog be scared? What happens…
