Family and their dog in a train station.
© ScotRail
Before you book
- Check what the walks are like in the local area. Do you want beaches, woodland, lochs, mountains or rolling countryside for your pet-friendly break?
- Check whether there are any dog-friendly places to eat close by.
- Think about whether you want your accommodation to have an enclosed garden.
Things to bring with you
- Meals and bowls.
- Toys and treats.
- Your dog's bed.
- Old towels - to dry wet paws before you come in from a walk.
- Blankets - to cover furniture if you think your dog is likely to jump up on vacant chairs and sofas. (It'll make tidying up at the end of your holiday a lot easier too!)
Cullykhan Bay, Fraserburgh
© Discover Fraserburgh / Damian Shields
Dogs on public transport
Most bus, train and ferry operators will happily let your dog travel with you. Find information about transport providers that allow dogs on their services.
Bringing your pet to Scotland from abroad
All pet dogs, cats and ferrets can enter or re-enter the UK from any country in the world without quarantine, provided you follow certain rules:
Pet travel: entering and returning to the UK
Pet travel: travelling with assistance dogs
Travelling with cats
Believe it or not, you are more than welcome to bring along your kitty on a cat-friendly holiday in Scotland. Many dog-friendly accommodation providers will also welcome your cat too - just make sure you check with the place you've chosen before you book.
