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How to Visit Yoyogi Dog Run (The Best Dog Park in Tokyo)
Visiting Tokyo with your dog? Yoyogi Park Dog Run is one of the best places to let your pup run free. Here's everything you need to know about registration, rules, dog-size areas, and visiting this popular Tokyo dog park as a foreigner.
17 Fun Things to Do With Your Dog While Traveling
Looking for ideas to make traveling with your dog even more fun? Here are 17 traditions we've picked up over the years that you can add to your dog's bucket list.
How My Grumpy Traveling Dog Went Viral Online
My sleepy chihuahua just went viral online for looking unimpressed in front of some of the world's most stunning landmarks. Now he has fans all over the world. What does this mean for the dog travel blog?
Everything I Did to Travel to Japan With My Dog: Step-by-Step Guide
Did you know that Japan has one of the strictest pet import processes in the world. We brought our chihuahua on a three-week trip to Japan and survived to tell the tale. Read our guide to learn what the import and paperwork process is like.
17 Things to Do in Tokyo for Dog Lovers
Planning a trip to Tokyo with your dog—or just obsessed with dogs? From Hachiko and dog cafés to quirky pet shops, dog shrines, and giant Dachshunds, here are 17 things to do in Tokyo for dog lovers.
Airbnb vs. Hotels: Which Is Better for Traveling With Your Dog?
Kitchen access or a front desk you can actually talk to? After two years of testing both with our dog, here's the real difference between Airbnb and hotel stays — and which one wins for different kinds of trips.
Taking Your Dog on an International Trip: Worth the Hassle?
Thinking about traveling internationally with your dog? Before you book your trip, learn how to decide whether bringing your pup is the right choice, what entry requirements to research, and how to plan a stress-free adventure together.
My Complete Guide to Flying With Your Dog in the Cabin
Flying with your dog in the cabin is doable — but it takes real prep. Here's everything we've learned about airline weight limits, carriers, paperwork, and getting your dog ready for their first flight.
The Pros and Cons of Traveling With Your Dog
Traveling with a dog isn't always a breeze, but for us, it's always worth it. Here's our honest take on the real pros and cons — from core memories and built-in conversation starters to hidden fees and homesick pups.
How to Bring a Dog to Brazil: Step-by-Step Pet Travel Guide
Bringing your pet to Brazil is fairly simple and revolves around getting a health certificate called the CVI that you'll need to get endorsed by your country's government veterinary authority. Read the full guide for my experience.
Flying Air France With My Dog in the Cabin: My Honest Review
Curious about flying Air France with your dog in the cabin? We took an 11.5-hour flight with our dog from Paris to Rio. Here's our honest, unfiltered review of the journey including the mistake that nearly left us behind.
Is My Hotel Really Pet-Friendly? Tips for a Smooth Stay
If you're a dog owner, you know the story: surprise pet fees, weight limits, half the hotel off-limits. Here's my personal checklist for figuring out how dog-friendly a hotel really is — before you're stuck dealing with it at check-in.