Are dogs allowed in Ireland?

Your pet must be vaccinated against rabies. The vaccine must be given after the microchip is inserted. Your pet must be at least 12 weeks old when it is vaccinated. You must wait until the appropriate immunity has developed before you can bring the dog, cat or ferret to Ireland.



Ireland is a very dog-friendly country, but bringing a pet from abroad requires strict adherence to the EU Pet Travel Scheme. To enter the Republic of Ireland, your dog must be microchipped, have a valid rabies vaccination (administered at least 21 days before travel), and possess an EU Pet Passport or an official Veterinary Health Certificate. Crucially, dogs entering Ireland from most countries (except the UK, Finland, Norway, and Malta) must receive a specific tapeworm treatment administered by a vet between 24 and 120 hours before arrival. Once inside the country, you'll find that many pubs, cafes, and outdoor attractions are welcoming to well-behaved dogs. While the "Emerald Isle" offers endless hiking opportunities, dogs must usually be kept on a lead in National Parks and near livestock to protect local farming. In cities like Dublin, many hotels now offer "pet-friendly" packages. Note that some "restricted breeds" (such as Pit Bulls or Rottweilers) must follow specific public safety rules, including being muzzled and kept on a short lead in public places.

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At a minimum, your pet must:
  1. Be microchipped (this must be done before anything else)
  2. Have a valid rabies vaccination.
  3. Have an EU Health Certificate confirming microchip and vaccinations.
  4. Be treated for tapeworm (dogs only) before each visit.


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Many airlines allow pets to fly in the cabin as a carry-on, so long as they stay inside a carrier that's small enough to fit under the seat in front of you for the duration of the flight. Southwest, Alaska, United, American, Delta, Hawaiian, Spirit, and Frontier are some of the airlines that allow pets as carry-ons.

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You probably have a plan for your own passport, but your animal companion needs one too. All pets traveling to and from the United States need a passport. Keep in mind, a “pet passport” in the U.S. refers to the extra documents you need to travel to other countries with your pet.

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You need an EU pet passport issued by an EU country or one of the countries listed above, to enter Ireland. The pet passport must be stamped by a vet to show that the rabies vaccination has been given.

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We are totally dog friendly and love to welcome your furry friends. Please ensure dogs remain on leads throughout your visit. In common with other buildings in Ireland open to the public dogs are not permitted inside the visitor centre building unless they are registered guide or support dogs.

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Dublin is a city for dogs and dog lovers, with more businesses than ever welcoming furry friends.

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Flying a dog in the cabin usually costs between $125 and $200, while the cargo hold is typically over $1000. There are also licensed companies that offer international pet shipping companies — they usually charge between $1000 and $6000.

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The whole process of flying can be stressful for a dog, but those levels of stress can be greatly reduced with a few simple home comforts and reassurances. Ensuring your flight is a non-stop flight rather than one with changeovers can be a huge benefit to your dog, as can looking to travel at a suitable time.

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Yes, you can fly with large dogs so long as they are properly crated and prepared to fly. Many airlines require your pet to be at least 8-weeks old before flying. Any younger and dogs are thought to be too fragile for long flights. Your pet must also be free of fleas, ticks, and or infectious diseases.

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According to estimates released by the Department of Transportation, less than 1 in 10,000 animals were injured, lost, or killed from flying. That said, the general safety of flying your pet as cargo doesn't discount the gravity of the fact that animals are sometimes harmed by flying in the cargo hold.

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Red Strand Beach Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up afterwards. Red Strand Beach is pet-friendly. Bring your pooch along to play on the sand at this quiet Irish beach. Dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up afterwards.

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