How to Travel with Your Dog Internationally | What You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about flying with your dog in cabin and traveling with your dog. From the before prep work to what it's like on the plane to what to do with your dog once you get to your destination. These are dog travel tips 101.
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[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Want to travel with your pup? In this video, I share everything you need to know to travel with your dog. From the pre travel planning to in flight must knows and even what to do once you arrive at your destination!

[@Mina-sr1jt]

I was JUST reading up on this subject!

[@alonsorodriguez4166]

If I do a hour lay over in panama from colombia heading to Mexico do I have to see what laws and regulations are for panama or don’t matter if panama is only a lay over

[@trixiag8396]

@@alonsorodriguez4166 Did you get any info regarding this? and all other lay overs in general? :(

[@atlaschavo3016]

I brought my dog from Medellin to Mexico and it was 8 hours of customs and waiting and paying. You have to use an agency it’s a pain in the ass. And expensive good luck

[@alinropero4515]

How big is your dog?

[@2Peachcobler]

As someone who has traveled with my dog on an airline, in cabin. There's one thing you didn't mention. Try to make sure that the person in front of you who is sitting above your dog doesn't weigh 3000 pounds causing the seat to collapse down on your dog given him an inch of room. Or kids who are kicking underneath the seat. And I pray, I pray you get an airline hostess who doesn't hate dogs.

[@kassierivera5635]

Is this a joke?

[@kit4217]

Uhm...

[@moonlightark7369]

Kassie Rivera no

[@moonlightark7369]

Oh Ik I didn’t travel with my dog that time cause I didn’t adopt him yet but the ppl on there. WAS annoying but besides that I have a question what if I’m moving to a different place using a plane with my dog if what if the health certificate runs out but since I’m moving is it ok when it runs out.

[@2Peachcobler]

{Moonlight Ark} if the health certificate runs out you will need to find a Vet to issue you a new one.

[@marylinsadventures1677]

Finally some does a travel with your dog video. Love it!!! Thank you

[@helenakoivisto4459]

Thanks for the wonderful video! Your attitude is the best. Your respect for your pet as a family member. As we do in Finland! Welcome to Finland with your dog and baby. It's fun in here. And hugs for your lovely Atlas dog !!

[@kelly-lynnereimer1136]

so helpful...I wouldn't have thought to click the livestock on the declaration! I am going march 2021 to pick up my puppy in Europe and this has been super helpful!

[@oliviamarmalade7598]

Love this... We're looking at traveling with pups. And I get such anxiety about our two little pups and travel.

[@mkbnett]

Thanks for these great tips! Makes me feel better about getting a pup to add to my wfa plans!

[@3DArtist-Indie_Game_Developer]

i am planning my world travel for early next year with my little doggo and your video saved me so much of time and research i had no idea what to look for and felt so lost so for that.....-- BIG THANKS! Also great video liked the way you explained all so simple + detailed enough :)

[@lazluz]

Its the video I wanted to watch. Great work and video!!!!

[@SiyaZarrabi]

Csnt wait to travel this pup some more!

[@jasonevans8403]

Can't wait to see it, my duuudes XD

[@MyDogisBetterThanYours_]

Thank you so much!!!! This helped me so much!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

You're very welcome. I just spoke more about flying with my pup in the video we uploaded yesterday too. If you want more info

[@MarieA787]

Thank You for this video

[@waldourbina1258]

Thanks a lot for the info, obrigado 😊

[@laurap1785]

I love this! So helpful! I am flying to Spain with my dog this summer! I’m nervous and excited!😄

[@spark_6710]

If your dog will be put in the cargo ,don't do it !!! There have been way too many fatality cases !! Unless absolutely must to do ,don't travel with your dog or cat !! Please check it with all of your airlines choices ! If they can put your dog in passenger seat ,or checked baggage ,or not !! Very important for your dog ! And avoid extremely cold or hot climate areas ,or seasons to avoid the sad tragedy ! Good luck ! Hoping you'll have a wonderful trip ! And you'll find the best solution / conditions for your beloved dog !!! 💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💕🐾💞

[@janettehernandez146]

Do you need papers for the dogs or shots?

[@rianaltaf8657]

Which airlines allowed your pet in cabin?

[@amourfer9160]

hiii did you end up traveling for your pup to Europe? I'm trying to fly out for mine as well! I have so many questions

[@riazkarim819]

Thanks for information Going from Toronto to Portugal with my shitz sui

[@DjGuanacOfficial1-L.A]

Thank you so much for this valuable information

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

You're very welcome!

[@xohbillie6284]

This is rlllly good information! I personally dnt think Id ever be able to put my pet through this but its worse for certain breeds (mine being one of them).. Yours is super lucky to travel with you two ❤️🐶

[@naedatanner8832]

Sadly, I'm not able to watch, cause I'm travelling. BUT, OMG...to cute!!

[@Lhouse810]

OMG I loved this video so much! Atlas is such an adorable little world traveler! Do you think it's gonna be super hard to travel with a dog and a baby?

[@spark_6710]

I thank you so much for adopting your dog !! And so glad to hear you all safely traveled together ! But ,travelling & flying are not really great for animals ,especially cats !! And that trip ,especially flying can be a nightmare , or even worse fatal one for animals as the most of cases they're kept in cargos ! There have been way too many sad cases !!! I am Japanese living in L A. My old dog flew here safely on JAL as you may know that JAL'S services are superb ,they treat even economy class passengers as if they're the 1st class passengers !!! They even informed my mom afterward how she was doing & all ,I dougt if others do that kind of service ! I believe she flew in checked baggage ! But my cons of flying ( I had no choice ) was they over shaded my dog !! It took several hours for her to come around ,meaning normal to recognize me !! That was scary !! You mentioned so many great tips ! Yes ,always put something that your dogs & cats can smell you on ,or themselves & your house ! Japanese government changed the duration of animal's being kept in quarantine after a famous Japanese mountain climber's dog died in a quarantine from stress !! Stay safe !💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶🐾💕💞

[@simontonpiland29]

great stuff

[@margaret8225]

Thank you, your dog 🐕 is very cute 😍

[@jasonevans8403]

@las is so cool and calm little G. I have a 4 month old jack russell.. wonder if he can come on to a flight this spring without any hiccups..? Nice vid! =D

[@shawnaleighwilson]

thank you so much! Planning to relocate to Croatia solo with my pup (Chloe - 13.5yrd old Minpin) and this made me much more confifent! I will be leaving from Canada... beacause I am Canadian and living in Montreal lol but this was VERY helpful. Bon Voyage - happy travels and thanks again!

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

I'm so glad this helped! Good luck with the journey.

[@AlyGSpirit]

Awww thank you a thousand times for this video!!! This makes everything more easy! And fun. I wish someone would make a video about travelling (moving countries) with cats. Does anyone knows such a video and could recommend it to me? :-) That was so cool. Thank you so so much again and a have a blessed and happy time with your - now growing - family. Greetings from Germany: Mona

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

A lot of what I mention in this video is for cats too!

[@bbcc7007]

Thank you for the video, I'm traveling with 3 little ones to Guatemala from texas I'm still a little lost but I still have 10 months to figure out

[@mazimm27]

Good info, plus your dog looks a lot like mine, so he made the video even more interesting!

[@tormu5189]

the cuuuuuuutest dog

[@Terra.Angelova]

Awesome video! Really helpful. Do you guys think that I can find hostels where they allow dogs? I have a little chihuahua and I am planning a backpacking trip trough South America and I definitely wanna take her.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Absolutly! Just call the hostel ahead of time. There are surprisingly a lot.

[@Terra.Angelova]

Kristen & Siya Yeeey that sounds awesome

[@lebeninspanien]

Thank you for this video. Do you have experience with United Airlines?

[@Mariya-Aveya]

Great info, thanks so much! May I ask what kind of dog is Atlas? Super cute and clearly travel friendly :) we're looking for a dog soon, doing some research first.

[@albarose6788]

Awesome! Which pet carrier you used?

[@impartial.observer]

Great video... .thank you so much for taking the time to post all this super helpful stuff. We are planning on traveling to Spain with our dog. Do you (or anyone reading this) happen to know if the USDA health certificate (and other documentation) needs to be translated into Spanish? If not, do you know where we can find out? Thanks in advance...

[@taliaverburgt6268]

Let me know if you find out please!😊

[@Cantfi]

And make sure you check out if there are any laws in the country you are traveling to regarding having your dog on a leash. Some countries you have to have your dog on a leash, either parts of the year or the whole year.

[@iiAngelic]

Thank you I was thinking about this just now! Give your dog freeze dried raw food if you want him to be healthy!

[@adventure-101]

How big is your pup and what airlines have you traveled on with him?Thanks

[@dannymarcos8497]

Awesome video! I have a question in regards to my baby boy, Chico Phillip. He’s traveling with me on an airplane for the first time and he’s an anxious dog. I’m having an issue with finding an air line that allows a big enough travel bag that I can make Chico fit into. He’s a standard dachshund so he’s pretty long. I prefer for him to be beside me so he can be more calm. I would really appreciate it if you can give me any tips.

[@AnaS-un5fj]

Thank you so much for this video that’s exactly what I was looking for…. So I am traveling to Portugal at the end of the month for 2 weeks do u know if they require for my dog to b quarantined??? N how was the trip back do I need another vet certification?

[@trixiag8396]

Hi! Thanks for this video! Very informative! Though I would like to know if we are in transit through other countries, do we have to comply with import permits or is there need for that since the dog will just be in relief areas of the airport?? :(

[@williamshaw8106]

In most countries. YES!! Look up the requirements for every country you want to visit.

[@nikleiser5888]

Hello Kristen and Siya, any update on "the little One" and your health ?

[@sivamani8313]

hi I am a new subscriber and I found it today

[@SiyaZarrabi]

Welcome to HTG!

[@Cantfi]

Hi, welcome :)

[@mswizzle4318]

Hello, I was wondering where did you get your carrier for your dog? My dog looks about the same size as yours and wondering if it’ll work for mines as well !

[@georgeapostolopoulos1710]

Hello!! I’m wandering if my dog is a little more heavy like 500-600 grams they will but me on cargo or they will be a little flexible?

[@alonsorodriguez4166]

Question if I’m bringing a dog from colombia and a hour lay over in panama to our final destination Mexico do you have to see what laws and regulations are required for animals coming into panama are ir it doesn’t matter if it’s only a lay over?

[@704nc]

My dog is 90 pounds and she is a pitbull mix but she is very friendly very scared of people I do not know what to do after seeing this video I am moving to Ghana Africa but I cannot leave her behind she’s all I have

[@psychedelicchild9019]

Were you able to bring it with you? Im fixing to vacation in ghana and want to bring my cat.

[@Fromtheb77]

Which countries require you to quarantine your dog for 1 month before travel? I didn’t see anything that mentions it online

[@XantherBlaze]

I have a dog just like that, He's The Duke.

[@ayeehoop3623]

Hi, please help me what I should do first when I want to bring my goldendoodle in canada. I'm overwhelmed with all the requirements I dont know where to start. I hope you can help me 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@dancelaura2005]

How heavy is your dog? And which pet carrier did you buy? I'm worried about my dog barking on the plane.

[@kindralotus-flower3813]

Moving to south africa with my pugshire from Virginia. Any suggestions or advice.....all is much appreciated.

[@saphyrestudios1049]

People who have taken their slightly oversized dogs as hand luggage (meaning, not complying with all the height requirements of the airline), how strict are they when it comes to the dog being able to stand up fully in the crate? I want to buy a crate that allows my dog to stand up fully when expanded, but then, if it's to be put fully under the seat my dog will have to lie down during this time and the crate is made of mesh so it folds. He is able to turn around easy enough it seems. He is a dwarf poodle, 32cm/12.5" tall, 5kg/11pounds. The flight will be in Europe so not longer than 4.5 hours.

[@neveahbaranko7271]

I plan to backpack europe for several months later in life, and I want to bring a dog. I'm planning for that dog to be a breed such as a Belgian Malinois or a Border Collie. I will most likely be traveling solo for the most part, so I want it with me for protection and company. What types of rules are there for moving through a whole bunch of countries with a dog?

[@phaestar1697]

I know you've got a smaller pup.... but I have a big german shep/chow mix and don't know how to travel with him. I am going moving to France in 2 or 3 years. and am taking my dog and cat with me. I'm honestly clueless.. do I have to renew all of the papers every single month If I am living there? I am going there on a working visa for someone I know and will be working for them., I'll be staying with her and her sister... and we are staying there for quite a few years.. I am going to be sending my luggage on a ship over a few days prior and they're picking it up. it takes longer but it's less expensive (I have a good idea of the actual moving process) but I need help on that grey area... my cat can prob go in the cabin, but my very motion sick, anxious, separation anxious dog is what I am confused about! thx so much for any tips

[@bananapatch9118]

Can a vet provide any anxiety meds for dogs ? Our dog is very sweet but a tad neurotic and going into cargo is likely going to terrify her.

[@cathymai5338]

Did you ever have problems with his size in the carrier? A lot of airlines require that the dog be able to sit, stand, and then around in the carrier. My dog looks to be around the same size as yours and I don't think he'd pass that test

[@melanieluxy]

Where do you leave your dogs when travelling? Would recommend leaving them for a longer period of time? I would like to travel and take my dog with me but I can't, she is a 19Kg dog and I would have to put her in the cargo, I had to do this once and apparently she would not move at all for the whole time she was inside the aeroplane because she was too scared and I don't want to cause her to be scared or anxious again. She is an anxious dog by nature but she is very loving and very attached to me, we like to be together and explore new places but she can't handle too many stimulations, she can't be in an overcrowded place because she would get anxious and overstimulated, she likes to be in natural places where she can be free, even though she is always checking up on me to make sure I'm not too far from her. I could leave her at my parent's house, which she knows very well, but they can't take her out much and she feels very sad when I'm leaving her, even for just a few days, what should I do? should I give-up travelling?

[@DrSee-mm3zw]

Thank you for this valuable information. You mentioned service dogs being allowed in the seat with you but this is inaccurate. Your service dog is required to fit under the seat in front of you. This is gonna be interesting because my service dog is a German Shepherd and I'm pretty tall.... And some airlines will discriminate against you and prohibit you from flying in business or first class. This is totally against the law in the US but I've had friends forced into economy seating and even kicked off the plane for refusing to be moved from the class they paid for to the lesser class. In most cases because the flight attendant hated or was afraid of dogs. Again, thank you for this valuable information. I had no idea about the Rover app and we're going to the Dominican Republic so I'm hoping it comes in handy. Also, the information about the health certificates is spot on. Most countries I've traveled to require a health certificate issued within 10 days prior to travel before they'll allow you to take your pet/service dog.

[@williamshaw8106]

I'm going to Santo Domingo in September!! 🇩🇴

[@fahmidnd2]

what breed is your dog? my girlfriend got a stray dog, it looks almost like yours, and we were wondering what breed it is.

[@Katie-rq8iq]

What airline do you go on? I've been looking for an airline that allow pups in the cabin that goes back to my country

[@DJayStreamLive]

Jetblue is one

[@Montemuse1]

My only problem is the micro chip can you do it without it

[@gusmed87]

I'm traveling to Spain with my dog and I wanted to see if you had any issues getting in Spain or if he needed to be quarantined?? Besides the health certificates did you need anything else to go to Spain?? I want to make sure I have everything since I don't want to have any issues. Also do you know how long does the heald certificate is valid in Spain??

[@cynthiadelgado8634]

Hi!!! Can you tell me about your experience? I want to travel with my dog but I read that if its transatlantic (from america to Europe) the dog must go in the cargo / checked, even if its a small dog. Thank you!!

[@kit4217]

I don’t have a dog but I am soon gonna get one, just wondering where do u throw away the puppy pads once they poop or pee? Do you flush it or do u throw it away in the bathroom trash can? Because if u do keep where do u put it?

[@blufishy1355]

I know this is late sorry but NEVER flush the pad down the toilet if you want you can throw the poo in the toilet and put the actual pad in a plastic bag and throw it away or just put the whole thing in the plastic bag to reduce smell and toss it hoped this very late comment helped lol

[@kit4217]

@@blufishy1355 lol just making sure because some idiot probably bottled some people and said to flush it down the toilet, there was like 6 people who said to do that, I think they probs deleted there comment. I’m definitely not gonna bring my dog on a flight in a long time because corona. Spade (my dog) sent kisses.

[@enjoyingmyvodka1013]

Where would the dog be left if quarantine is needed?

[@williamshaw8106]

A local vet at your destination

[@saphyrestudios1049]

Kristen - how tall is Atlas exactly?

[@williamshaw8106]

Check with the airline..😮

[@enjoyingmyvodka1013]

I forgot what airlines do allow bulldogs but under certain circumstances and conditions

[@rianaltaf8657]

Does anyone know which INTERNATIONAL flight will allow my small dog in cabin? WHICH FLIGHT WILL ALLOW IN CABIN FOR MY MALTESE AND SHIH TZU MIXED. He’s about 15LB.

[@williamshaw8106]

Check with the airline..😮

[@user-ed2vn4jy9k]

Do I need passport for my 🐶

[@emilychandler4932]

How much does getting the certifications cost?

[@williamshaw8106]

In Florida it's about $150.00 😮

[@dvdvdv]

What are your thoughts on keeping pets in the cargo section of the plane? I've heard some pretty bad things from a collegue and it really freaks me out but I'm planning to migrate soon and I'm taking my 2 fur babies (cats) with me. Do you think it's safe? How do i make sure they don't suffocate or anything? 😳

[@vivikal3415]

Dana Valerio i think it’s possible to book another seat for the cats, but both of them have to be in a small travel-cage (?) :)

[@noelleoppedisano9509]

You more than likely can bring cats in cabin due to being smaller size. Check you destination and airline restrictions. Sometimes you need to have an adult pet cat to have them in cabin

[@violadash4374]

after watching vlogs nonstop ifinally kno how to fly w my pup w and wo a carrier. just put a service dog harness on w ur leash if they r too big for a baggie. and get the extra leg room space pay a little extra. or get a regular seat. or even first class space to keep it safe. iwas having panicattacks about my flight taking my dog w me but ohh i feel so relieved to see so many take their big dog and small dog on flight and not have to put them in that bottom part of the plane

[@talesfromtheleashbernieamy1960]

Maybe I misunderstood but I think you said you would put a SERVICE DOG vest to fly your pet dog? Let me explain something....only so many canines are allowed in the cabin. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE A FAKE SERVICE DOG go thru the TSA scanner. To suggest someone buy a vest or patch for their pet so they can save a few dollars shows just how many pieces of 💩 people there are. I HAVE A SERVICE DOG & ITS SORRY ASS PEOPLE lying about their furbaby being a SERVICE DOG really pisses me off AND I can easily tell the difference. There's 2 things 99.999% of pet dogs will not do that only a properly trained SD does. TSA agents SHOULD BE EDUCATED to spot the "fakes". My Berner is the poster child for a service dog in flight. He is NOT a pet. He is assistive medical equipment. He is my lifeline. He performs several lifesaving duties every day and knows 40+ commands. NOT TRICKS. I'm not counting those. Tricks are what people teach their pet dogs. A service dog MUST know many commands and often the command isn't even spoken. So, If you ever run into me and my SD in an airport.....you can count on meeting me bcuz when I see somebody faking a service animal I have no problem calling them out on it & I dont care who hears me!!! If I have to buy an extra seat bcuz of my SD's size when we fly on smaller planes, then you can bet I'm watchful of people and their pets.

[@glo-gv7vt]

What breed ist atlas?

[@wolf198425ify]

Well my dog a pit mix service dog . So I'm guessing they won't allow her.

[@christophermair3349]

Gruff growel. and my guys are my 80 lbs a pc. German Boxers. planes hate these guys unless I buy a seat for them. Or.. A Container ship.

[@fredpimpsin5499]

Did your dog travel with you under the cabin or in cabin?

[@littlelight3316]

Anyone flown from Australia to travel the world with a dog? I have a shoodle.

[@gabrielahassan7244]

How many pounds your dog weight? I am flying with my 17 and 22 pound with delta

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

He's 19 pounds

[@gabrielahassan7244]

Thank you so much!

[@supersillyy]

What happens if your dog doesn’t stop barking? This is the one and only reason I haven’t traveled with my dog. I have this fear that she would just bark from nerves the entire flight.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Hmmm well I would maybe work on that before hand? We taught our dog to whisper so when he does bark at things we say "whisper" and it turns into a very faint growl. But he never barked on the plane.

[@bloomee_]

Omg SO helpful! Im planning on migrating to Canada later this year and I would love to bring my dog (if not possible, he can stay with my dad). If anyone has any extra tips I'd love to hear them♥

[@bloomee_]

Oh and yeah, id only do it if he can be with me during the flight

[@noelleoppedisano9509]

Mel where are you traveling from? Driving or flying?

[@noelleoppedisano9509]

Mel also what kind of dog / what size

[@joellakoslowski5397]

What kind of dog is your pet?

[@Cantfi]

Is the health certification the same as an animal passport?

[@noelleoppedisano9509]

renatwin a pet passport has to be issued in the country you wish to travel to. Example: you must get a passport in Italy to easily travel back to Italy with your pet. They are not issued in the USA. A health certificate is required by country if you do not have a passport . Sometimes the airline still needs a flight certificate

[@Cantfi]

That's not how it works here, here you get the passport in the country you live in (or are traveling from if you adopt an animal from a ditterent country). And you need to have it too travel between countries.

[@noelleoppedisano9509]

@@Cantfi my bad. i'm from the U.S. and I just assumed you were too! oops!

[@Cantfi]

No problem :)

[@scottpool4777]

How about traveling with your 🐈?

[@williamshaw8106]

Every airline has its own rules..

[@siobhancox6939]

Why can’t certain breeds fly????

[@kingjeremysircornwell7847]

#Beastialty

[@kingjeremysircornwell7847]

#Plagued

[@floydninosimblante4688]

Korean air only allowed all banned dog breeds

[@fuckstarvineskcrew2262]

Money thats all.

[@ericbedenbaugh7085]

Your dog doesn't belong on an airplane. Leave it at home. You'll both survive.

[@williamshaw8106]

I have a service dog..she DOES NOT stay home!!

[@ericbedenbaugh7085]

@@williamshaw8106 Is it trained to go down the slide in an emergency?

[@williamshaw8106]

@@ericbedenbaugh7085 in my lap..

[@williamshaw8106]

@@ericbedenbaugh7085 I have carried her up the slides at playgrounds

[@andrew5026]

you talking about "health certificate", "vaccines up to date", "microchip", and "quarantine" for dog traveling sounds a lot like what they also do to human beings trying to travel during this scamdemic.