Pets

 

Animals - yes or no?

Each campsite page shows details of whether or not pets are allowed in your holiday accommodation. You will see all information in the Special Remarks section just after the campsite description. This will include costs, exceptions and if campsites ask money for final cleaning. A number of campsites only allow pets in low season. In some mobile homes pets are not allowed. In a Vacansoleil tent pets are absolutely prohibited.If you book a pitch for your own tent or caravan you are usually allowed to bring your pet. You see the prices in the price schedule. When going abroad a valid identity for a dog is compulsory.

Do you want to take more than one pet? Please contact one of our employees by phone.

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Holland

A ban on Pitbull Terriers was issued in 1993. Other breeds not permitted in Holland include the American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier (most people call them English Staffordshire Terrier) and cross breeds with an outward appearance close to a Pitbull Terrier. The American Staffordshire Terrier and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier (English Staffordshire Terrier) may only be kept, imported or exported when they have a valid FCI family tree document. Without this your pet will not be permitted into the country.

 

Pets three months or younger

When taking animals three months or younger abroad with you there is no need for them to be vaccinated. However, the pet owner must provide evidence that the animal has been nurtured in the place it was born up to the start date of the journey and that it has not been in contact with animals that have possibly being infected with rabies. Animals may also be permitted to cross the border if accompanied by its mother. Each EU country makes its own decision on whether to allow animals younger than three months to enter a country. At the moment France and the UK will not permit young animals into their country. However, Holland may allow pets younger than three months if they comply to the above restrictions.

 

France

Dogs from the following two categories are classed as dangerous and as such are regulated by rules related to importing or passing through France. The first and second categories have to be abided by as follows:

This category relates to attack dogs or/and guard dogs that are not registered as a recognised pedigree or look like any of the following breeds: Staffordshire terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier (“pit-bulls”), Mastiff and Tosa. It is prohibited to take these dogs for a stay in France or pass through France.

This category of guard dogs that are pure dog breeds and registered as a recognised pedigree, such as Staffordshire terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Rotweiler, Tosa, and dogs that look like the breed Rotweiler. It is permitted to bring these dogs for a stay in France or pass through France. However this is on the condition the dog is muzzled and kept on a leash in places that are accessible to public and that the owner has insurance for the animal. Places that are accessible to the public are defined as places where a dog could encounter people.

Campsite rules in regards to dogs may differ.  If you have a dog registered in the second category please contact our sales team who will be happy advise you. We will contact your preferred campsite in relation to their rules and procedures about your dog(s).

Germany, Switzerland and Croatia

Pit bulls, Staffordshire terriers, Staffordshire bull terriers and Bull terriers are only permitted in Germany,Switzerland and Croatia for no longer than four weeks. However, these dogs must always wear a muzzle and all breeds must always be kept on a leash.

Pitbulls, Straffordshire Terriers, Doberman, Argentinian Dog, Fila Brasileiro, Rottweiler, Mastiff, Mastin Espagnol, Mastino Napolitano, Tosa, Bullterriers may enter Switzerland if you do not stay longer than four weeks, or if you are passing through. These dogs must always be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle.

It is requested in Croatia that dog owners keep their animal on a short leash to control any aggressive behaviour. Breeds that must be muzzled are the Dobermann, American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, German and Belgian Shepherd, Japanese fighter dogs, large Japanese Spits, Mastiff, Sarplaninac and cross breeds of this family. However, although Bordeaux Dog and Napolitano Mastiff must be on a leash but it is not vital they are muzzled.

In Germany dogs that weigh over 20 kilos or have a shoulder height of over 40cm must always be kept on a leash and be muzzled on demand.

Spain, Portugal and Italy

Some breeds are seen as dangerous here. However, this does not mean that dogs are not welcome. Although, it is a must that these animals are kept muzzled when in crowded places. In Catalunya there are several breeds that must be kept muzzled when out in public.

 

Belgium

The Rottweiler is usually not permitted in the region of Quaregnon.  It is vital they are muzzled out in public and they are not permitted at public functions such as markets, festivals and sports events.

Hungary

It is compulsory to have your pet on a leash.  When asked you have to muzzle your pet so please make sure you have this with you.

Austria

On public transport your pet must be on a leash and muzzled.  In some areas there are precautions taken in respect of rabies.  There are red warning signs and you will be advised to keep your pet in the car where possible.

Denmark

Pitbull Terriers and Tosa Inu's are not allowed

Czech Republic

If you are travelling by plane you have to inform authorities 24 hours before your visit.  More information can be found at the Czech Republic Embassy.  When travelling on public transport your pet must be muzzled.