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Camping with a dog: preparation and checklist

19.08.2026 20:13 1 min 1 source РУС
camperstyle.de DEU

CamperStyle has published a guide on preparing for trips in a motorhome or caravan with a dog. The article lists steps to take 4–6 weeks before departure, including checking entry requirements, vaccinations, and documents, and provides lists of essential gear, a travel pharmacy, and a 'mobile baby bag' for puppies. It notes that non-EU countries may require a recent health certificate, and that one is also needed for re-entry into the EU.

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The article provides recommendations for dog owners traveling in motorhomes and caravans during summer. It notes that at an outside temperature of 24°C, the inside of a car can reach 50°C after one hour, and at 40°C it can reach 70°C after 60 minutes. Motorhomes heat up more slowly due to larger volume and ventilation, but campervans heat up faster. Key measures: parking in the shade, ventilating during cooler hours, using wet towels and external sunshades, and using air conditioning with sufficient power supply.

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The article provides 11 practical tips for traveling with a dog in a motorhome or camper van. It advises choosing a route and season suitable for the pet's climate needs and checking campground rules in advance, including leash requirements, fees, and designated areas such as dog beaches and exercise zones. Attention is drawn to restrictions in nature reserves, attractions, and restaurants.

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