PETS ON BOARD

Pets On Board

All the information you need to know if you are travelling with your pet.

- Travelling by ferry with a pet

If you are travelling with your 4-legged friend, you will be happy to know that all ferry companies allow pets on board, but certain regulations apply.

• Passengers must specify at the time of booking that they will be travelling with a pet.
• Your pet must have an valid pet passport.
• Pets cannot travel unaccompanied.
• Pet owners are responsible for their pet’s care, safety and hygiene.
• Pet owners are solely responsible for any possible harm or damage caused by their pet to any third party.

Visually impaired passengers may travel with their guide dog, in accordance with the international and EU regulations (Article 11.5 of Regulation (EU) No. 1177/2010), at no extra cost but the ferry company/travel agent must be informed at the time of booking.

Depending on the company and ship you are travelling with, you will find special facilities (kennels) on board for dogs and cats, while some companies also offer a specific number of cabins where pets are allowed (pet cabins). Other pets such as hamsters, birds, rabbits are allowed also but must remain in their carriers/cages at all times.

Pets are not allowed indoors (bars, restaurants and other public areas) or in vehicles (unless you have booked camping on board), while access to the vehicle deck is forbidden during crossings. While walking on the open decks, pets are required to wear a muzzle and be on a leash, accompanied by the pet owner or guardian. The pet owner or guardian is held fully responsible for the care, safety and hygiene of the pet and for adhering to all laws and regulations related to the above.

Cabins where pets are allowed are indicated as PET CABINS in the online booking system.

Escorts must have the pet’s health certificate with them at all times (residents of the European Union must also have the pet’s official EU Pet Passport with them), follow all boarding procedures and be responsible for the care, safety and hygiene of the pet throughout the journey. Cats, dogs and ferrets must have proof of vaccination against rabies.

We all love to travel on GNV ships! Discover our cabins designed especially for your 4-legged friends, plus the services dedicated to them.

Remember to always carry the following with you:

• medical records
• extra food
• food and water bowls
• muzzle
• leash
• scoop and hygiene bags

Your friend’s safety is very important. Never remove the pet’s collar or harness during the trip and attach a tag with your telephone number. Keep a photo of your pet with you. It will be easier to find if it gets lost!

Remember that you are not travelling alone! You will find walking areas just for you. Also, show respect for other passengers who don’t know you, keeping your pet leashed and muzzled, if required, in common areas.

Before travelling, take your pet to the veterinarian to make sure it is healthy. Visiting your veterinarian is important in order to obtain the documents you need for your trip.

During the visit, the following will be checked:

• basic vaccinations (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus)
• rabies vaccination (where necessary)
• worming
• flea and tick prevention treatments