Following the UK/EU summit in May, 2025, UK Pet Passports are set to make a comeback, offering travel emancipation of British dogs, cats and ferrets! The timescale for re-introduction has not been announced, but a return to Part 1 listed status for the UK signals a huge win for British pets and their owners. TheContinue reading “Reintroduction of UK Pet Passports: A Gateway to Freedom for British Pets”
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Dogs & Killer Caterpillars – Pine Processionary Caterpillars
A hazard of which we were unaware until a friend living in Spain told us about it is the Pine Processionary Caterpillar. Awareness seems to be low and it was difficult to find information about the caterpillars, so I felt it would be useful to share my research here. A second species, the Oak ProcessionaryContinue reading “Dogs & Killer Caterpillars – Pine Processionary Caterpillars”
Can I Get My Dog an EU Pet Passport?
Updated with new information 15th May 2025 Since the Brexit transition period ended on 1st of January 2021, taking your pets abroad from Great Britain (not Northern Ireland!) involves much more expense and red tape. From 1st January 2021, Britain, except Northern Ireland, has ‘Part 2’ listed status. Overnight, the British Pet Passport (except those issued inContinue reading “Can I Get My Dog an EU Pet Passport?”
Slovak Paradise (Slovenský raj) With A Dog
Slovak Paradise National Park (Národný park Slovenský raj) is one of Slovakia’s nine national parks. Situated in the east of the country, the Park covers an area of 197.63 sq km (76.3 sq miles). Despite its small size, Slovenský raj contains eleven national nature reserves and eight nature reserves. The park is also a great doggy destination. ItContinue reading “Slovak Paradise (Slovenský raj) With A Dog”