Taking your pet on holiday from India

The question we hear most often is simple: can my dog really come along? The answer, increasingly, is yes — with preparation.

Domestically, a growing number of villas and boutique resorts across Goa, Coorg and the Nilgiris welcome pets properly — with beds, bowls and space to run, not just tolerance at the door.

Internationally, the UAE and parts of Europe are the most workable from India. The paperwork — microchip, rabies titre test, health certificates — takes weeks, not days, so start early.

Our advice: design the journey around your pet's temperament, not just your destination wishlist. A calm traveller makes for a far better holiday for everyone.