Pet Policy: SEAFRANCE Ferries
For forms, instructions and information for taking a pet aboard a SEAFRANCE Line Ferries, CLICK HERE.
ROUTES:
Dover, England to Calais France
Calais, France to Dover, England
SEFRANCE Line accepts the carriage of pet animals. The pet is charged as an additional passenger
at an additional charge that is currently £45.00 each way. Service animals are transported
at no charge.
All pets travel comfortably in your own vehicle with the exception of service animals who are allowed to accompany the passenger.
Onboard kennel - There are a limited number of places available in the onboard kennel that must be booked in
advance of travel by calling the Stena Line call centre on 08705 70 70 70. Pets can travel inside your vehicle however,
we recommend that dogs should be placed in the kennel.
If your pet is traveling inside your vehicle you must ensure that:
- your pet at all times remains inside your vehicle.
- the ventilation inside your vehicle is good and the pet's welfare is well catered for.
Visits during the crossing: It is recommended that you make a short visit to your pet during the crossing to
ensure its well being. This can be arranged at the information desk on deck 8 where a member of staff will
advise you when the visit can take place. Your pet may however at no time leave the vehicle or kennel.
HELPFUL TIPS - TRAVELING WITH A PET ON A CRUISE SHIP OR A FERRY
HEALTH CERTIFICATE
A certificate of good health is required indicating that the pet is healthy enough for travel, is free of diseases communicable to humans and has been properly vaccinated.
The forms, instructions and information for taking a pet aboard a Sea France Line Ferry are available here: http://www.pettravelstore.com/store-pet-cruise-ferry-forms1.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL
In mmany cases, your destination will be another country on the ferry or cruise line, and it will be necessary that you have
the proper documents to enter that country with your pet. Most countries have their own version of a veterinary certificate,
sometimes called a Zoo Sanitary Certificate. In addition, some countries require an import permit.
These forms are available here: http://www.pettravelstore.com/store-pet-immigration-forms1.html.
COLD WEATHER RESTRICTIONS
When the weather is very cold the Ferry Line may not be able to accommodate your pet in one of the pet crates located on the deck of the ship.
TRANSPORTING YOUR PET ABOARD SHIP
Each cruise and ferry line has different rules regarding the method of transporting pets aboard the ship.
PET CRATES
If the ferry line allows you to transport the pet in your own automobile or in your own pet crate, you will need to have
a suitable pet crate. The pet crate must meet certain standards of quality and construction in order to be taken aboard ship.
To learn more about compliant pet crates, visit this page: http://www.pettravel.com/passports_container_requirements.cfm.
To find the best size crate for your pet, go to http://www.pettravelstore.com/store-pet-airline-cargo-crates.html.
MORE TIPS FOR PET CRUISE SHIP AND FERRY TRAVEL
1. Never give your pet a medical (prescription) sedative prior to traveling on a ferry or cruise ship. If you have a hyper or nervous pet, then give it a natural relaxing agent such as HAPPY TRAVELER.
2. Always purchase your pet carrier well in advance of your trip so that the pet can get used to it.
3. Be sure to tell the cruise or ferry line you will be traveling with a pet as they impose restrictions on the number of pets on a specific sailing.
4. Even though sea travel may be stressful both you and your pet, both of you will be happier if your pet gets to travel with you on your trip.
For forms, instructions and information for taking a pet aboard a Stena Line Ferries, CLICK HERE.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about traveling with your pet send your question to info@PetTravel.com or post them to our blog.
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