How pet friendly is France?

How pet friendly is France? The rules and regulations regarding importing your pets into France are much simpler than those involved in taking your pets into countries like Australia and UK. Even inside France, rules and laws are quite pet friendly and so are the people. Almost fifty per cent of all households have a pet in France.

Do I need a pet passport to take my dog to France?

First, you'll need to get an AHC for your dog's first trip to France. Once there you can take your dog to a local vet and arrange for an EU pet passport to be issued. You can then use this to take your pooch to France for future trips.

Can dogs go in restaurants in France?

Generally speaking, dogs are allowed in most sit-down restaurants in Paris, as long as they are well-behaved and don't sit on the furniture. (They have to remain on the floor.) Worst case, restaurant management will ask you to move to a corner of the restaurant, far from the other diners.

Can dogs go on beaches in France?

The hundreds of miles of beaches provide plenty of opportunity for sandy paws and soggy coats – utter bliss! Much like the UK, though, not every beach is dog-friendly and those that are, are often seasonal. But with over 250 dog friendly beaches in France, you'll still be spoilt for choice.

Can dogs fly in cabin to Paris?

Your pet will travel in the cabin if: They are below the maximum weight permitted by the airline. The average maximum weight is 8kg (including cage/carrier). Their carrier is generally no larger than 115 cm (L+W+H). Cage/carrier size and weight limits vary by airline.

Can I take my dog to Paris from the US?

Your animal must be identified by an electronic transponder. You must get your pet microchipped before, or at the same time as, their rabies vaccination. The anti-rabies vaccination must be valid at the time of travel in compliance with the provisions of Annex III of Regulation (EU) 576/2013.

Is the Eiffel Tower dog friendly?

Animals are not allowed on the Eiffel Tower apart from animals accompanying disabled people. All other animals will be refused.

Do dogs have to wear muzzles in France?

Pet owners must also have insurance to protect against liability from dog attacks. The dog must be vaccinated and sterilised. They must be on a lead and muzzled at all times when out in public and on public transport.