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Hi
We have just bought an apartment in Los Alcazares. We want to start coming out for a month at a time and bringing our Staffy with us. We are not sure best way to bring her out to Spain
Can anyone please from experience give us a bit of advice best way either plane or car and ferry/Eurostar.
Many thanks
Janet
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 8:26am
Hi Janet.
We live here now but spent last year backwards and forwards using Brittany ferries Portsmouth to Santander.
I just checked their booking system as we thought we might nip back for a week. We now have a little rescue dog with us. All the dog friendly cabins have gone for this year, they get booked up very quickly. You would do well to join their loyalty system. You get discounts but also get advance booking before general release.
I guess that leaves eurostar. Our neighbours use that route with their two elderly sausage dogs. Plenty of dog friendly hotels in France, use the filter on booking.com
You best check with your vet for the latest regulations on vaccination for the dog and its passport requirements etc.
Also be mindful of the 90 day rule as you mentioned coming for a month at a time.
Los Alcazares is lovely, we had dinner there last night. Most places welcome dogs on the covered terrace. She looks lovely, Staffies are the best. Our first dog Tara was with us 8 years, she was a rescue staff. She passed away at 15.5 years old the year before we bought here. We have her ashes with us. I tell our little Jack she trained us to be good dog people!
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 10:11am
Chrise812 wrote on Sun Feb 4, 2024 8:26am:
Hi Janet.
We live here now but spent last year backwards and forwards using Brittany ferries Portsmouth to Santander.
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I just checked their booking system as we thought we might nip back for a week. We now have a little rescue dog with us. All the dog friendly cabins have gone for this year, they get booked up very quickly. You would do well to join their loyalty system. You get discounts but also get advance booking before general release.
I guess that leaves eurostar. Our neighbours use that route with their two elderly sausage dogs. Plenty of dog friendly hotels in France, use the filter on booking.com
You best check with your vet for the latest regulations on vaccination for the dog and its passport requirements etc.
Also be mindful of the 90 day rule as you mentioned coming for a month at a time.
Los Alcazares is lovely, we had dinner there last night. Most places welcome dogs on the covered terrace. She looks lovely, Staffies are the best. Our first dog Tara was with us 8 years, she was a rescue staff. She passed away at 15.5 years old the year before we bought here. We have her ashes with us. I tell our little Jack she trained us to be good dog people!
Hi - thank you very much for your reply. I did look at the ferries and as you said they were all booked. Beau is 9 so I just don’t know how she will be flying but she’s one of the family so I will keep looking for best way.
Thank you again - Janet
Hi
We go twice a year by Eurotunnel with our dog , straight into motorway no problem.
Been doing it for a few years now , stop over half way .
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 1:24pm
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Jfalcs wrote on Sat Feb 3, 2024 8:40pm:
Hi
We have just bought an apartment in Los Alcazares. We want to start coming out for a month at a time and bringing our Staffy with us. We are not sure best way to bring her out to Spain
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Can anyone please from experience give us a bit of advice best way either plane or car and ferry/Eurostar.
Many thanks
Janet
Hi for many years travelled back and forward to the Uk with my German Shepherd used both Brittany ferries and used the kennels for them not the cabins. I also use euro tunnel which I found easier and more relaxing.
Just make sure you check all the new dog laws in both Uk and especially Spain I have attached a link to an article which you may like to check regarding breeds
Banned breeds in Spain
Our dogs are our constant companions; they are our four-legged family members. They travel with us wherever we go and are an important part of our lives. When it comes to international pet travel, however, all dog breeds are not the same. Some countries around the world have banned or restricted the entry of large and dangerous dog breeds. This breed-specific legislation is in place to protect people and other animals from dog bites and attacks.
If you are planning to travel to another country with your pet dog, it is important to check the list of banned breeds before you start your travel plans. If you are travelling to Spain with your dog, here’s what you should know about banned and restricted breeds in Spain.
Restricted dog breeds in SpainSpain does not have breed-specific bans, and all dog breeds are welcome in the country. However, there are restrictions on strong and aggressive dog breeds such as the Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Akita Inu, Tosa Inu, Rottweiler, Fila Brasiliero and other powerful dog breeds. The list of restricted breeds is not limited to these breeds; it covers all dogs that are aggressive by nature, irrespective of the breed.
Dogs of these breeds and their crosses are considered potentially dangerous and owning such a dog in Spain comes with additional rules and responsibilities.
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Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 1:46pm
eduardo3332 wrote on Sun Feb 4, 2024 1:24pm:
Hi for many years travelled back and forward to the Uk with my German Shepherd used both Brittany ferries and used the kennels for them not the cabins. I also use euro tunnel which I found easier and more relaxing.
Just make sure you check all the new dog laws in both Uk and especially Spain I have attached a link to an article which you may like to check regarding breeds ...
Read more...
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Banned breeds in Spain
Our dogs are our constant companions; they are our four-legged family members. They travel with us wherever we go and are an important part of our lives. When it comes to international pet travel, however, all dog breeds are not the same. Some countries around the world have banned or restricted the entry of large and dangerous dog breeds. This breed-specific legislation is in place to protect people and other animals from dog bites and attacks.
If you are planning to travel to another country with your pet dog, it is important to check the list of banned breeds before you start your travel plans. If you are travelling to Spain with your dog, here’s what you should know about banned and restricted breeds in Spain.
Restricted dog breeds in SpainSpain does not have breed-specific bans, and all dog breeds are welcome in the country. However, there are restrictions on strong and aggressive dog breeds such as the Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Akita Inu, Tosa Inu, Rottweiler, Fila Brasiliero and other powerful dog breeds. The list of restricted breeds is not limited to these breeds; it covers all dogs that are aggressive by nature, irrespective of the breed.
Dogs of these breeds and their crosses are considered potentially dangerous and owning such a dog in Spain comes with additional rules and responsibilities.
Good luck finding a flight from Spain to UK. If you find one please let me know by private message and if I find a company I will let you know too itene
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A friend who is a vet advised not to fly dogs in the hold of planes unless you absolutely have to - he says there is a disproportionate percentage of deaths and he would never do it.
If you feel confident & competent to drive, then take your time, drive through France or take the Bilbao / Santander to Plymouth / Portsmouth ferries. On the ferries, you can either have the dog in onboard kennels or even book a cabin where your dog can stay with you. If driving, many hotels in France accept dogs, even budget brands such as Ibis. You can do it in 2 days, but I would allow 3 to enable more exercise & pee stops!
If you then register your dog in Spain and have a 'european passport' for her, this is far simpler and cheaper than bringing your dog from the UK, when you will need a certificate every trip. However, you will still need to have a vet check her out and give a anti-rabies vaccine every time you return to the UK.
On the dangerous dog point, if you register the dog here, you will be required to have her micro-chipped; insurance (including public liability insurance); prove that you are strong enough to control the dog; and it has to be on a lead and muzzled when in public.
Hope this helps!
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 2:02pm
RichT wrote on Sun Feb 4, 2024 1:51pm:
A friend who is a vet advised not to fly dogs in the hold of planes unless you absolutely have to - he says there is a disproportionate percentage of deaths and he would never do it.
If you feel confident & competent to drive, then take your time, drive through France or take the Bilbao / Santander to Plymouth / Portsmouth ferries. On the ferries, you can either have the dog in onboard kennels or even book a cabin where your dog can stay with you. If driving, many hotels ...
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...in France accept dogs, even budget brands such as Ibis. You can do it in 2 days, but I would allow 3 to enable more exercise & pee stops!
If you then register your dog in Spain and have a 'european passport' for her, this is far simpler and cheaper than bringing your dog from the UK, when you will need a certificate every trip. However, you will still need to have a vet check her out and give a anti-rabies vaccine every time you return to the UK.
On the dangerous dog point, if you register the dog here, you will be required to have her micro-chipped; insurance (including public liability insurance); prove that you are strong enough to control the dog; and it has to be on a lead and muzzled when in public.
Hope this helps!
Rich is absolutely right. When we started looking for a rescue our hearts were set on another staffie. Anybody who knows this breed know them to be the most gentle loving breed, they are not called nanny dogs for nothing. However they are supposed to be muzzled in public. That said we know a fair few staffies but I have yet to see one wearing a muzzle. But the police could ask you about it.
We love the road trip using brittany ferries. The crossing is like a mini cruise. The drive down to murcia takes about 11 hours, the roads are often empty. Plenty of nice places to stop for a break. We usually stay on the outskirts of Madrid. Good hotel is only around 60 euro.
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 2:44pm
Kvg wrote on Sun Feb 4, 2024 12:28pm:
Hi
We go twice a year by Eurotunnel with our dog , straight into motorway no problem.
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Been doing it for a few years now , stop over half way .
Thank you - this does seem to be the best way to try with all the ferries booked up.
Thank you very much for reying
Posted: Sun Feb 4, 2024 2:56pm
eduardo3332 wrote on Sun Feb 4, 2024 1:24pm:
Hi for many years travelled back and forward to the Uk with my German Shepherd used both Brittany ferries and used the kennels for them not the cabins. I also use euro tunnel which I found easier and more relaxing.
Just make sure you check all the new dog laws in both Uk and especially Spain I have attached a link to an article which you may like to check regarding breeds ...
Read more...
...
Banned breeds in Spain
Our dogs are our constant companions; they are our four-legged family members. They travel with us wherever we go and are an important part of our lives. When it comes to international pet travel, however, all dog breeds are not the same. Some countries around the world have banned or restricted the entry of large and dangerous dog breeds. This breed-specific legislation is in place to protect people and other animals from dog bites and attacks.
If you are planning to travel to another country with your pet dog, it is important to check the list of banned breeds before you start your travel plans. If you are travelling to Spain with your dog, here’s what you should know about banned and restricted breeds in Spain.
Restricted dog breeds in SpainSpain does not have breed-specific bans, and all dog breeds are welcome in the country. However, there are restrictions on strong and aggressive dog breeds such as the Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull Terrier, Dogo Argentino, Akita Inu, Tosa Inu, Rottweiler, Fila Brasiliero and other powerful dog breeds. The list of restricted breeds is not limited to these breeds; it covers all dogs that are aggressive by nature, irrespective of the breed.
Dogs of these breeds and their crosses are considered potentially dangerous and owning such a dog in Spain comes with additional rules and responsibilities.
Hi - Thank you for replying and for the information on different dog breeds in Spain. There is obviously a lot to look into before we come out again with our staffy but your article is very useful so thank you again
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