Germany's strong pet ownership culture treats pets as valued family members. Dogs, in particular, are often seen as companions for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.
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There are specific quiet hours, typically from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. daily, when barking is of special concern. In general, dog owners must ensure their dog's barking or whining does not last more than 10 consecutive minutes or more than 30 minutes total per day.
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.
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.
For travel within European Union countries, qualifying pets (cats and dogs and some others) must now have a passport issued by a licensed veterinarian. The passport serves to properly identify pets and has a record of their vaccinations. It is valid for the life of the pet and is identical for all European countries.
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.
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.
Obligation to wear a muzzle while travellingAs in Germany, the obligation to keep your dog on a leash or muzzle depends on the individual federal states and municipalities, but as a rule, muzzles and leashes are obligatory in public transport, parks or gatherings, e.g. in swimming pools or shopping centres.