Can you take a dog on a ferry?

Yes, you can take a dog on a ferry, but rules vary significantly by operator, with options like staying in your car, onboard kennels, pet-friendly cabins, or lounges, requiring you to check the specific company's policy and potentially have pet passports or Animal Health Certificates (AHCs) for international travel. Always confirm with the ferry company before booking to understand requirements for documentation (microchip, rabies, tapeworm treatment) and onboard facilities.

Can dogs go on ferries in the UK?

Which pets are allowed to travel on ferries? Dogs, cats, and ferrets are allowed to travel on our ships, provided they meet all EU regulations and have a valid AHC or EU pet passport.

How much does it cost to take a dog on the ferry?

Dogs can travel for free on the outside decks — just make sure they're on a lead and under control. Only registered guide or assistance dogs are allowed inside the passenger lounge. Taking a cat to Waiheke? They'll need to stay in your vehicle or travel in an approved pet carrier.

Can you take dogs on UK ferries?

Are pets allowed on all BC Ferries vessels? Pets are allowed on all vessels and travel for free. Where can I stay with my pet while on board? Your pet may stay in your vehicle, in the designated indoor Pet Area, or on the outer Pet Area (available on select vessels).

Can I take my dog to France from the UK by car?

To take your dog to France, you'll need:

• A microchip (this must be implanted before or on the same day as their rabies vaccination)
• A valid rabies vaccination.
• An Animal Health Certificate (AHC) issued by an official vet within 10 days of travel.

Travelling by ferry with your pet | Brittany Ferries

How much does a UK dog passport cost?

The cost for an AHC typically ranges from £150 to £350, depending on the specific requirements. This includes a microchip (£10–£30), a rabies vaccination (£40–£70), and the AHC issuance by a vet (£100–£200) after a 21-day wait following the rabies shot.

Is the Eurostar dog friendly?

No, Eurostar does not allow dogs or pets on routes to/from the UK (London), but they are permitted on continental routes (France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany) with specific rules, and guide/assistance dogs have different policies. For London routes, you'll need alternative travel like LeShuttle (Eurotunnel) or ferries; for continental travel, small pets (under 6kg) in carriers travel free, while larger dogs need a €30 ticket, must be muzzled, and you must check with passengers. 

What documents do I need to travel with a dog?

Dogs and Cats

• Health certificates. ...
• Pregnant animals and health certificates. ...
• Rabies vaccination certification. ...
• Breed verification form. ...
• Temperature acclimation documentation. ...
• Customer acknowledgement form.

How to bring a dog on a ferry?

It is mandatory for all pets to be on a leash at all times when not in a carrier/crate, either in the port area/terminal building or on board. All dogs on a lead must wear a muzzle if they are a restricted breed or if there is a risk of biting. Details of restricted breeds can be found here: Restricted Breeds list.

Do dogs stay in car on ferry?

Pets are not allowed in any cabins except pet-friendly cabins. If your pet is staying in a kennel or in your vehicle, they must remain in the kennel area or vehicle for the duration of your sailing.

Where do dogs go to the toilet on a ferry?

All pet owners must clean up after their pets both in the cabins and on the decks. Pets travelling on Stena Edda (Liverpool – Belfast), Stena Embla (Liverpool – Belfast) and Stena Estrid (Holyhead – Dublin) can get fresh air, exercise and toilet breaks in a dedicated area on the outside deck.

Can I take a dog on a train?

Yes, dogs are generally allowed on trains in many countries (like the UK), but rules vary by operator, typically allowing up to two small dogs for free if kept on a lead or in a carrier, off seats, and not bothering other passengers, with specific allowances for assistance dogs; however, rules are stricter on rail replacement buses, and you must check your specific train company's policy.
 

Can my dog sit on the seat on a train?

Onboard Guidelines

Pets must remain inside their carrier at all times and may not be removed from their carrier while in stations or onboard trains. Passengers must keep their pet carrier on the floor in front of the seat next to them. Pet carriers are not permitted on train seats.

Can I take my dog from the UK to Holland?

If you want to bring a dog, cat or ferret to the Netherlands from another EU country: the animal must be at least 15 weeks old. the animal must be vaccinated at 12 weeks old. after the animal has been vaccinated, you must wait 21 days before bringing it to the Netherlands.

Does P&O allow dogs?

We know travelling with a pet is important. At P&O Ferries dogs, cats or ferrets are allowed to travel on our ships, as long as they meet all the EU entry requirements and have a valid AHC or EU Pet Passport as stated above. We also allow the transportation of pet birds, with the correct documentation.

Do dogs have to be muzzled on ferries?

Yes, your dog must be muzzled and on a lead whenever they are outside their owner's vehicle, during check-in and during any transfers on board e.g. between the car decks and your pet-friendly cabin or kennels and between the pet-friendly cabin/kennel and the pet exercise area.

Do Stena Lines allow dogs?

With Stena Line, pets are welcome and you can pre-book your companion into a kennel, stay with you on onboard (there are some rules around this) or keep them inside the car on selected routes.

Does my dog need a passport to go on a ferry?

2. Documentation: A valid EU Pet Passport or GB Animal Health Certificate is required. A current EU pet passport issued in Great Britain will not be valid for travel to the EU, and a GB Animal Health Certificate (AHC) will be required for each entry into the EU.

How long does a dog passport last?

A UK pet passport will remain valid as long as your pet's rabies vaccination is valid. Most UK rabies vaccines (e.g. Nobivac or Canigen) last three years, but some, such as Rabisin, can only be valid for one year.

Can I buy a plane seat for my dog?

There are a few airlines based in the United States that allow you to buy a seat for your dog. One of the American airlines that permits this is Alaska Airlines. It's possible to buy an adjacent seat, so that you can transport two pets in the cabin in two pet carriers, one underneath each seat.

What happens if my dog doesn't have a passport?

Others may have country-specific health certificates that must be endorsed by a government authority, such as the USDA in the United States. If you're wondering, “Can your pet travel without a passport?”, the answer is generally no. Pets without proper documentation can be refused entry or placed in lengthy quarantine.

Do UK trains allow dogs?

Yes, dogs are generally allowed on UK trains, usually up to two for free, but they must be kept on a lead or in a carrier, off the seats, and not obstruct aisles, ensuring they don't inconvenience other passengers. Assistance dogs are always welcome, and while pets can travel, their comfort and safety (and that of others) are paramount, with specific rules varying slightly by Train Operating Company (TOC). 

Which airline allows dogs in cabin in the UK?

For travel from the UK in the cabin, options are very limited, with KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Vueling, and Iberia (via LEVEL) being key European carriers allowing small pets (under 8kg) in carriers under the seat on specific routes, while major UK airlines like British Airways don't permit pets in the cabin, only as cargo. For domestic UK travel, Loganair allows pets in the cabin on some Scottish inter-island flights, and Skybus serves the Isles of Scilly.

Can dogs go on sleeper trains?

Pet restrictions

Pets are not allowed on the beds in your room. Please ensure they stay on the floor during your journey. Pets are not allowed to walk to carriages other than where your room is booked. If there is a disruption, we may offer a rail replacement service.