Did you ever think your pet to bring along the road to Europe? Especially if you go overseas visit for a few weeks or months, your dog or cat, could be quite lonely without his family around. Besides, many people love animals in Europe and particularly in Germany where they are treated like royalty. You can find them everywhere visible: the train, in the restaurant, bookstore, also in the front basket of a bicycle. They even have their own public swimming pools in some countries! There are of course aware of certain rules if your pet to accompany you to the European Union (EU), but you do not need more, to leave him in quarantine for days. All they need is a proof that your dog or cat have had their vaccines against rabies at least 30 days before departure, but no more than 12 months prior to entry into EU territory. It requires evidence to be submitted for all vaccinations, on the border on arrival. So, ideally with them any time you have while driving. It is also now a requirement in all EU countries, that cats and dogs have an identification number, either as a tattoo that is easy to see, or as a microchip. This identification number must be the identification number of the proof of your inquiry or comply with vaccination. To avoid that you want every problem at the border, you might happen this identification on your pets before entering the EU, and this number to register on your proof of vaccination from your veterinarian. Another important point: animals in most EU countries have now issued their own passport to travel by a veterinarian from one country to another within its territory. Also, if you are in the hotel or stay in a rented house, you should ask a written agreement on this point before crossing the Atlantic with your pet. And if you stay in the country for more than 3 months, perhaps you need to get a license for your community dog.Certain breads of dogs are welcome in some EU countries. Therefore it is better to ask the embassy or consulate before leaving. These loaves are (this is not an exhaustive list): Pit Bulls, Staffordshire Bull Terrier and American Staffordshire Terrier. They are simply too dangerous and banned their import in some countries. Other breads, which are not prohibited all go together (eg Rottweiler) must be a test for malignancy. If they go, they are treated like all other dogs. But if they fail the test, they fall under the same rules as the category of dangerous dogs, like Pit Bulls. If by chance, these dogs are not banned completely by the state, they will probably stick to the strict rules, as is neutered and muzzled and kept on leash all time.Once again when in doubt, ask someone from the embassy or the consulate of the country where you are going.Choosing AirlineNow one that you decided to bring your dog in the EU, choosing the right airline could alleviate your concerns about their conditions during the flight. The best way to get over the treatment of your pet on board the machine simply asking different airline companies, what their normal rules on the transport of pets. Some airlines are trying harder than others to insure your pets comfort. Most airlines will put the animals in cargo bay a pressurized, but some of it is customers who bring their pets in the plane, when the box fit under the seat. Also, some airlines to keep animals in a warmer than usual for the hold luggage. Remember that the Germans really love their pets and they will not accept bad treatment of the animals from their airlines! In any case, you need a carrying case. This box should be free-standing, well ventilated and big enough to stand up for you pet and turn right before lying down. You can buy it in advance in the shop or the airline could be a few. Make sure if you ask your tickets. If your dog is alone and that you are concerned about traveling, there are travel services company for pets in most countries. You can also on possible quarantine according to the country (especially outside the EU), fly in the animal. In most European countries, is proof of rabies vaccination (older than one month but less than 12), a certificate of good health from your veterinarian in the 30 days provided and that the identification number of all that you will need to enter their limits. If you are unsure about the rules, ask the destination country (consulate or embassy) special case of the UK. Although their laws a bit (not long quarantine for all animals) have changed, ask them for some strict procedures, such as a microchip and rabies vaccination at least 6 months before entry into the country. To learn more details, ask them directly or visit their Web site (http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/quarantine/index.htm). While in Europe, your pet is your complete responsibility. For example, if your dog runs after a cyclist who falls and hurts himself, you are responsible. This could be off to a very expensive law suit, especially when the person arrives. So it might be a good idea to have a personal liability insurance obtained for your dog. Ask your insurer about it before leaving for the trip. On the other hand, if your dog is a teacup size bread and weighs 2 ounces, it could not necessary.As as already mentioned, one can see animals in Europe almost everywhere. But there are a few places where dogs are not allowed for obvious reasons, such as butcher shops and grocery stores where the food can be a little too easy to be a strange snout! Some cake shops, cafes and will not allow it either. In this case, it should be out in their front window or door a picture of a dog with a cross, or a dog with an inscription underneath that unfortunately they have to wait to be out there. On the other pets in the rule in all public transport are welcomed: trains, trams, subways and buses. After all, how they move just like you! Bon voyage!
