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Can I take my dog to Gran Canaria?

Your pet must enter the Canary Islands at an approved Border Inspection Post (BIP) at an international airport at Gran Canaria. Notice must be given 24 hours prior to arrival. All dogs must be vaccinated against distemper.



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Your pet can travel in the cabin or as baggage in the hold. If it weighs up to 8 kg, including the cage or pet pack, you can take it with you in the cabin. Check that you have all the legal documentation and permits. You will require confirmation from the Booking Office.

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(Have your veterinarian scan your pet's microchip prior to the titer test.) Samples must be processed at approved laboratories. Assuming test results are within acceptable limits, your pet can enter Spain no sooner than 3 calendar months after the date the blood was drawn and avoid quarantine.

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We do not carry animals on board any Ryanair flights, except guide/assistance dogs on certain routes. For more info on guide/assistance dogs, please click here.

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Usually dogs are only allowed to fly in the cabin—known as carry-on pets—if they can comfortably fit in a carrier that you can stow under the seat in front of you. A small number of airlines, including JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Etihad Airways, allow passengers flying with dogs to buy an extra seat for their pet.

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The good news for all is that yes, there is a small population of a very docile, angel sharks in some parts of the Island and also yes, it is perfectly safe to swim in the sea without any fears that these sharks will attack. Angel sharks are among the most placid, docile and non-aggressive sharks anywhere in the world.

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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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Pets. Animals are not allowed on our flights, apart from recognised registered guide and assistance dogs. Also see our service dog policy: Special assistance.

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Generally, airlines charge a pet fee of $100 to $200 each way, but prices will vary depending on where you're traveling and your airline. Check the airline's pet policy before purchasing a ticket to make sure your pet meets the airline's breed and size requirements.

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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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For our clients' flights, we often use British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa and United. These airlines keep pets in temperature controlled vehicles and have staff trained to handle pets.

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Cost Estimates by Transport Method For example, if you choose in-cabin transport for your pet relocation, the cost of your pet's ticket will be between $150 and $200, depending on your airline. If you fly with Iberia, the cost is $180.

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Tui Fly In-Cabin Pet Policy Tui Fly permits small dogs up to 6kg (including carrier weight) to travel in the cabin.

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