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If you take your dog with you on vacation, you don't have to miss out on luxury. Many hotels have now specialized in demanding furry friends.
Luxury travel for and with dogs is booming. In addition to a soft dog bed and treats, hotels now also offer dog wellness and gourmet menus for four-legged friends. Dogs and cats can even go to sea with the Queen Mary 2. She is the only ocean cruise ship that allows pets on board. A dog master looks after the four-legged friends and anticipates their every wish. The animals are not allowed into the cabin. You check into the dog hotel on deck 12 for the journey from Southampton to New York.
Whether tea time or wellness weekend: curious offers for luxury dogs
If you take your dog with you on vacation, you don't have to miss out on luxury. Even cruises with your four-legged friend are possible. (Symbolic image) © Pond5 Images/Imago
But that's not all: In London, the “Egerton House” hotel invites dogs to a classy tea time, in the Netherlands, Bello & Co. relax in the dog spa and at the “Dogotel” Moldan in Bavaria, dogs and their owners splash around in the pool together, as
pictured .de
reports. A lucrative business model: Over ten million dogs live alone in German households and are therefore potential customers.
Whether it's a luxury trip or not, if you want to go on vacation with your dog, you're doing them a favor. Because dogs usually have a close bond with the person they trust. However, there are a few things to consider to ensure that your vacation together is relaxing for both parties.
The travel destination must suit the dog – heat means stress
Dog owners should check beforehand whether the desired travel destination suits their pet. Holidays in nature are more suitable than a city trip. The dog should be fit enough for a hiking holiday and the climate must be right. Because heat means pure stress for many dogs. The owner should also know the regulations regarding leash and muzzle requirements beforehand. Dogs are not allowed on many beaches and nature reserves and some countries do not allow certain breeds to enter the country. Last but not least, the hotel or holiday accommodation must allow dogs as guests.
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It's all about good preparation
Dogs need a current rabies vaccination to travel abroad. Dog owners should also find out about local diseases. A visit to the vet a few weeks before the trip will clarify all important questions. If you want to go abroad, you should check the entry and re-entry regulations beforehand.
In the car: Dogs must be restrained
If you want to go on vacation by car, the dog must already be used to driving. The
ADAC
recommends taking a break every two to three hours and avoiding heat and traffic jams. It is therefore best to drive at night. According to road traffic regulations, the dog must be secured in the car. In other words: in a transport box or with a harness with a seat belt. You can find out how to make the car journey stress-free for your dog in our travel tips.
On the plane: Large dogs fly in the cargo hold
Flights are easy for dogs to cope with as long as they are allowed to travel with their owners in the passenger compartment. However, this only applies to small dogs and not all airlines allow dogs on board. Large animals must fly in special boxes in the hold. This often means a lot of stress because the owner is not allowed to be there with them. And if the fear of flying gets too bad, it's good to have a confident partner at your side. The same thing happened to Ottis the dog on his first flight, but his best animal friend took away his fear. BER Airport also relies on four-legged support: specially trained dogs work here as anti-stress trainers. Stress is a foreign word for Welsh Corgi Winston (@worldwide_winston). The furry friend is chilling in business class on his flight and his owner is capturing everything on
camera for
Instagram .
By train: Some dogs travel for free
Small dogs travel free on the train. Large dogs whose transport box does not fit over or under the seat need their own ticket as well as a leash and muzzle. One of the animal passengers on the train was Pasha the cat, who got on a train all alone and set off.
Pack cleverly: This belongs in your animal luggage
At the top of the packing list, especially for trips abroad, should be the EU pet passport, the passport for pets. In addition to the microchip number and owner details, the animal's vaccination status is also noted. In general, all necessary dog vaccinations should be up to date. In addition to a collar, harness, leash, bowls, food and blankets, a GPS tracker should definitely be included in your luggage. This means owners can quickly find their dog if it gets lost while on the road. Alternatively, at least the owner's name and telephone number should be written on a tag on the dog's harness. A small first aid kit and sun protection for the dog are also useful. If you want to be on the safe side, research a list of local German-speaking veterinarians in advance.