Can you sail across the ocean with a dog?

Taking your pets along while sailing to foreign countries is not only doable, but enjoyable. We've had dogs, cats, parrots, and hamsters (no frogs!) on board rally boats. But you must do your homework and start well in advance of your passage to have the proper paperwork to clear your pet into a country.



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Looking for a ship for your pets? The only commercial ship that travels to Europe from the continental United States is the Queen Mary 2. As this type of travel is in much demand, reservations are normally made over a year in advance. Your pet will travel in a kennel supervised by a full time pet attendant.

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There are a number of challenges when taking a pet on a boat or private yacht to various countries. You need to make sure that your port of arrival is an authorized entry port and customs and/or veterinary officials will be available to inspect your pet and their documentation.

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Situations such as rough waves or strong currents can make the water too dangerous for your dog. Be on the lookout for dangerous sea animals, like stingrays and jellyfish, that could be near the shore. Avoid hot sand. Especially midday, sand can get blisteringly hot and can burn your dog's paw pads.

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Royal Caribbean International welcomes service dogs on all ships. * Please note we do not accept pets. A service dog is defined as any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a person with a disability. Service dogs are not considered pets.

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When it comes to pet-friendly cruises, there's only one ship: Cunard's Queen Mary 2 (QM2). On certain transatlantic sailings between New York and Southampton, and vice versa, you can bring your dog or cat. That doesn't mean your pet will be able to snuggle with you in your cabin.

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Once you've confirmed your destination, you can work with your charter broker to book the pet-friendly yacht that's right for you. While most charter yachts that accept dogs check that box on their e-brochures, it never hurts to ask, especially if traveling with a small dog.

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Pet owners should understand that their cat or dog will not be sleeping in their bed with them. Pets will spend the entire cruise in The Kennels and are not allowed in cabins or public areas of the ship. Owners can visit with their pets only during specified visiting hours.

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Pets in carriers are allowed in interior passenger areas aboard Washington State Ferries. Uncaged pets are not allowed to remain in interior passenger areas for the duration of a voyage. In some cases, described below, leashed pets may transit through interior areas in order to access exterior passenger areas.

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Sorry, we do not permit pets. Hotel and Suites Check-in time is after 2:00 pm. East Condominiums Check-in is after 3:00pm. Check-out time is by 11:00 am (no exceptions).

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