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Does Germany allow pets in cabin?

The kennel must be large enough to allow your pet to stand (without touching the top of the cage), sit, turn around, and lie down in a natural position. Only small dogs and cats are allowed to fly in cabin.



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To enter Germany, your pet's microchip must be ISO-compliant. If your pet has a microchip that was implanted prior to rabies vaccination, they will not need to be re-vaccinated but will need to get a second, ISO-compliant microchip. All paperwork must show both microchip numbers.

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Dogs and Cats (and ferrets) If you wish to bring a cat or dog into Germany from a country outside the EU, the animal must have been vaccinated for rabies at least 30 days but no more than 12 months prior to its entry. Proof of the vaccination must be presented at the border.

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Your pet container must be small enough to fit underneath the seat without blocking any person's path to the main aisle of the airplane. Your pet container must be stowed properly before the last passenger entry door to the airplane is closed in order for the airplane to leave the gate.

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Germany has breed-specific legislation that prohibits the import of several aggressive dog breeds. If you are travelling to Germany with your pet, here are the banned breeds that are not permitted for import into the country.

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Many Germans view their pets as family members and take their responsibilities as pet owners very seriously. For example, it is common to see dogs allowed in public places such as restaurants, cafes, and even some retail stores.

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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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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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In general, if your pet carrier (with your pet inside) can fit under the seat in front of you, your dog can ride in the cabin on flights that permit it. Typically, this would be a dog weighing up to about 20 pounds.

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If your pet is traveling to Germany from another country, then the forms must be endorsed by the government agency responsible for the import and export of animals. This form is good for transports of 5 or less dogs, cats or ferrets. (see item 5 if you are traveling with more than 5 pets).

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In addition to the standard requirements (microchip, anti-rabies vaccination, anti-Echinococcus treatment where necessary, EU health certificate), your pet must have a rabies antibody test 30 days after their rabies vaccination and not less than 3 months before travelling to the EU.

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Most airlines require that the carrier with the pet inside weighs no more than 8kg (about 17.6lbs). Alitalia is the only airline to allow slightly heavier pets in cabin on flights between the US and Europe with a maximum weight of 10kg (about 22lbs).

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You can take your dog or cat with you on Lufthansa flights. Please read the following information carefully before booking a flight with your pet.

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They must be able to fit in a small, ventilated pet carrier that fits under the seat in front of you. One pet is permitted per kennel with the following exceptions: One female cat/dog may travel with her un-weaned litter if the litter is between 10 weeks to 6 months of age.

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Traveling with a pet can be a stressful experience, but there are several airlines that allow pets to fly alone. Before booking a flight for your pet, it's important to research the various regulations and requirements of each airline.

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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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Unfortunately, EasyJet does not accept animals. They explain that any problem with a pet that is traveling on any of their flights could prolong the turnaround time of a flight. This prohibition applies to either cabin baggage or luggage which is transported in the cargo hold of the aircraft.

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Your pet container must be small enough to fit underneath the seat without blocking any person's path to the main aisle of the airplane. Your pet container must be stowed properly before the last passenger entry door to the airplane is closed in order for the airplane to leave the gate.

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The German agriculture minister has announced she will introduce a controversial new law that will require dog owners to walk their canine friends at least twice a day, for a total of at least one hour.

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