Can You Take Your Dog on a UK Train? Rules for Pets on National Rail, Avanti and GWR

by pettravel | Aug 6, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

Can you take your dog on a UK train, and do the rules change between National Rail, Avanti and GWR? Yes, dogs are generally allowed on many UK train services, but access is subject to conditions set by the operator and enforced by staff on the day. National Rail gives...

What pet owners get wrong when booking summer travel to Europe with their dog

by pettravel | Jul 27, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

What do pet owners most often get wrong when booking summer travel to Europe with their dog? Many owners assume their dog’s trip can be arranged much like their own holiday travel. Summer changes that. Pet booking windows can tighten, routes may carry heat-related...

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...

Can You Hire an Airline-Approved Pet Crate in the UK Instead of Buying One?

by pettravel | Jun 4, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

Can you rent an airline-approved pet crate in the UK for pet air travel? Yes, in some cases you can hire an airline-approved pet crate in the UK instead of buying one, but hire only works if the crate meets the airline’s current rules, suits the animal properly, and...

What Does a Full-Service Pet Travel Company Actually Handle?

by pettravel | May 4, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

What does a full-service pet travel company manage for pet owners? A full-service pet travel company manages every aspect of pet relocation, including compliance, documentation, welfare oversight, process planning, and contingency handling, providing complete support...

Is It Too Late to Book Professional Pet Transport for My Pet?

by pettravel | Apr 27, 2026 | Pet Travel Advice

How can I tell if it’s too late to arrange professional pet transport? It is usually not “too late” in terms of possibility, but it may be too late in terms of compliance, route availability, or animal welfare. Timing depends on destination rules, transport type,...