Can an XL Bully Be Transported in the UK or Taken Abroad?

by pettravel | Oct 1, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

Can your XL Bully travel in Britain or overseas? Yes, an exempt XL Bully can sometimes be transported in the UK and taken abroad, but the journey only works if the exemption, public handling controls, route and destination rules all line up. If the dog is not exempt,...

Pet Transport in London: What to Expect and What to Check Before You Book

by pettravel | Sep 28, 2026 | Pet Transport Methods

What should you expect from pet transport in London? The simplest-looking pet transport booking is not always the right comparison. We first separate a local pet taxi trip from a longer, airport-based or international move, because each puts different responsibility...

Moving More Than Five Pets From the UK: When a Personal Move Becomes a Commercial One

by pettravel | Sep 24, 2026 | Pet Travel Documents and Regulations

Does moving more than five pets from the UK become commercial? Yes, it can. A genuine family relocation with six or more dogs, cats or ferrets can fall outside non-commercial pet travel rules if the move fails the number, timing or documentation conditions....

What Counts as a “Restricted Breed” Depends on the Airline, Not Just the Country

by pettravel | Sep 21, 2026 | Breed and Species Specific Travel Advice

Can your dog fly if the destination country allows the breed? A restricted breed can be lawful for entry and still be refused by an airline. We treat country rules and airline acceptance as two separate checks: one asks whether your dog may enter, the other asks...

Why You Cannot Take a Pet on the Eurostar, and What to Do Instead

by pettravel | Sep 17, 2026 | Pet Travel Documents and Regulations

Can you take your dog or cat on Eurostar from London? No. We treat Eurostar services to and from London as closed to ordinary pets, including dogs and cats. The practical answer is to choose an approved Channel route, such as a vehicle-based crossing or managed pet...