What to do when your pet’s summer flight gets rescheduled because of the weather

by pettravel | Jul 6, 2026 | Pet Travel Documents and Regulations

What should you do first when your pet’s summer flight is rescheduled because of bad weather? Start by confirming exactly what has changed, where your pet is being held, and whether any welfare or document deadlines are now affected. Summer pet flight delays can...

How to Clean Your Dog’s Eyes Before a Flight to Stop Tear Stains

by pettravel | Jul 6, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

Can you clean your dog’s eyes before a flight to stop tear stains? You can clean around your dog’s eyes before a flight to reduce damp fur, crusting and visible tear build-up, but cleaning will not reliably stop tear stains if the eyes keep watering. The aim is a...

Why July and August are the hardest months to book pet travel from the UK

by pettravel | Jul 2, 2026 | Pet Travel Documents and Regulations

Why are July and August so difficult for pet travel bookings from the UK? July and August are the hardest months to book pet travel from the UK because demand rises sharply at the same time that transport capacity, paperwork appointments, and welfare-safe travel...

Can Your Dog Breed Enter the UAE? Banned Breeds, Restricted Breeds, and What UK Owners Miss

by pettravel | Jun 29, 2026 | Breed and Species Specific Travel Advice

Can your dog breed enter the UAE, and why do UK owners get caught out? Sometimes, a dog that can live lawfully in the UK still cannot enter the UAE. The reason is simple: UAE dog import rules include breed-specific restrictions that sit alongside standard pet entry...

What Happens If Your Pet’s Paperwork Is Wrong at the Border?

by pettravel | Jun 25, 2026 | Pet Travel Documents and Regulations

What happens if your pet’s paperwork is wrong at the border? If your pet’s paperwork is wrong at the border, the outcome can range from extra checks and delays to refused entry, detention, return travel, or quarantine, depending on the error and the...