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Seatbelts are an intrinsic piece of safety equipment that we use when driving or flying. (Passengers might even use this...
03/02/2026

Seatbelts are an intrinsic piece of safety equipment that we use when driving or flying. (Passengers might even use this seatbelt hack to help them sleep while car camping). So why don't we automatically make our pets wear one, to stop them from flying in the car during a crash? On a flight, pets are kept secure within a carrier so there isn't a whole lot of space in which they can move. But in a car, there is a higher risk of injury. Holding a pet can also be dangerous for a passenger — you can get hurt in a crash by trying to keep the pet safe by grabbing it tightly, posing a risk to your own arms.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/1674993/common-worst-mistakes-people-make-travel-pets-cat-dog/

Not only does luggage get lost on flights, but pets also get lost on land. This is true both at home and on vacation, so...
03/02/2026

Not only does luggage get lost on flights, but pets also get lost on land. This is true both at home and on vacation, so it's critical to have your pet's current contact details listed at all times. This means information on their dog tags should be accurate — make sure the phone number(s) on it are right — and that they are microchipped. You can check what type of chip your dog has by using this online database run by the American Animal Hospital Association.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/1674993/common-worst-mistakes-people-make-travel-pets-cat-dog/

While it might be more reassuring for a pet to walk around the plane, or sit in your arms during the flight, airlines do...
03/02/2026

While it might be more reassuring for a pet to walk around the plane, or sit in your arms during the flight, airlines don't allow it. Pets need to stay within their carrier for the entire duration of the flight. Airlines are strict with the carrier dimensions, as they have to ensure that the carrier fits under the seat in front of you. Hard or soft pet carriers for United Airlines, for example, must be between 9-11 inches in height (depending on the material of the carrier) and no wider than 12 inches. The only pets that don't have to be in a carrier while on the flight are service animals, but that requires separate paperwork to be provided.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/1674993/common-worst-mistakes-people-make-travel-pets-cat-dog/

Airlines sometimes restrict the total number of pets allowed on a flight, setting aside a certain amount of space for an...
03/02/2026

Airlines sometimes restrict the total number of pets allowed on a flight, setting aside a certain amount of space for animals, and no more. That means, if you are set on traveling on a particular date, on a particular route, and on a specific flight, you should book well in advance to avoid disappointment. That is certainly the case if you plan to fly on one of the busiest days of the year. Cats and dogs, depending on their size, can go in the cabin with the owner, or have to fly in the cargo hold (generally for the bigger animals). There is a fee for both options, and pets usually need to be more than eight weeks old to fly.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/1674993/common-worst-mistakes-people-make-travel-pets-cat-dog/

While crafting this list of the five most dog-friendly cities in Europe, I considered my personal experiences as a dog o...
03/02/2026

While crafting this list of the five most dog-friendly cities in Europe, I considered my personal experiences as a dog owner living in Rome. Factors such as access to public transit, off-leash spaces, and the ability to bring dogs into public spaces like restaurants also influenced the decision-making process. After all, people probably want to spend as much time with their furry friends as possible. Where personal experience was not available, sources like Reddit and blogs such as Luxe Adventure Traveler filled in the gaps with firsthand accounts of visiting European cities with a dog.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/2087006/europe-most-dog-friendly-cities/

If you're looking for a small, walkable medieval city to visit with your dog, there's no better choice than Bruges. Nick...
03/02/2026

If you're looking for a small, walkable medieval city to visit with your dog, there's no better choice than Bruges. Nicknamed "Venice of the North," this community even had a famous pooch that turned into a tourist attraction. Fidel, a yellow Labrador retriever who passed away in 2016, became famous for constantly lounging at the open canalside window of his home in Bruges, where he was frequently photographed by tourists as they floated by, and he even appeared in the film "In Bruges." His spirit seems to somehow live on in the pet-friendly nature of the Belgian city.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/2087006/europe-most-dog-friendly-cities/

Berlin is a dog owner's paradise and was repeatedly mentioned as a pet-friendly city across multiple subreddits. With no...
03/02/2026

Berlin is a dog owner's paradise and was repeatedly mentioned as a pet-friendly city across multiple subreddits. With no shortage of pet-friendly accommodations, the city allows visitors to choose from hotels such as The Hoxton in Charlottenburg (which allows dogs for no extra fee) and Orania.Berlin in Kreuzberg (which welcomes pets with special touches like dog beds and treats). Like in other pet-friendly places, Berlin allows dogs on public transportation as long as they are in a carrier or leashed and wearing a muzzle. Small dogs can ride for free, while larger dogs need a reduced-fare ticket, unless you're traveling with a day ticket or small group day ticket.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/2087006/europe-most-dog-friendly-cities/

Overall, Switzerland is known to be dog-friendly, and Zurich is no exception. This compact, picturesque city is not only...
03/02/2026

Overall, Switzerland is known to be dog-friendly, and Zurich is no exception. This compact, picturesque city is not only walkable, it also has some of the best air quality in the world, so you can feel good about having your dog out and about with you. Explore the medieval streets of Old Town together, and then sit down at a bar or cafe for a drink. Most restaurants will permit well-behaved dogs on the premises, so don't be shy about entering with your animal. Zurich's world-class public transportation also allows dogs. Small animals (up to 12 inches tall) can ride free, but a reduced fare second-class ticket must be purchased for larger dogs.

Read More: https://www.islands.com/2087006/europe-most-dog-friendly-cities/

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