Pet travel essentials
Everything for taking a dog or cat between Ireland, the UK and Europe — pet-friendly sailings, stays, insurance and the kit that makes the day easier.
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Pet & Owner Insurance Guide
Pet cover and personal travel insurance are different. Explore Irish and UK providers and check residency and policy terms.
Compare Ferry Prices
Compare Stena, Irish Ferries, Brittany and more in one search — filter for pet cabins and kennels.
Stena Line
Dublin–Holyhead, Rosslare–Fishguard, Belfast–Liverpool. Pet-friendly cabins and outdoor deck areas.
Brittany Ferries
Ireland/UK to France & Spain with pet-friendly cabins and kennels — best for long drives south.
Pet-Friendly Stays
Hotels, B&Bs and apartments that accept pets — filter by "pets allowed" for every stop on your route.
Tractive GPS Tracker
Live GPS tracking in 175+ countries — the #1 fear on a trip is a pet bolting at a port or services.
AirTag + Collar Holder
Cheap backup tracker for the collar. Not live GPS, but great as a second layer.
Sleepypod Air
Airline-style soft carrier for small pets — check your airline's size limits first.
Airline-Suitable Travel Crates
Hard-shell crates for hold travel. Your dog must stand, turn and lie down naturally.
Crash-Tested Car Harness
For the long drive to and from the port — keeps your dog secured and you legal.
Adaptil Calm (Dogs)
Pheromone spray for the crate or car — many owners use it before sailings and flights.
Pet Document Wallet
Keep the AHC / pet passport, vaccine records and booking confirmations dry and together.
Collapsible Travel Bowl
Silicone bowl that clips to a bag — essential on ferries and long drives.
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