Lake Garda: The perfect dog holiday – tips for owners and mistresses!

Lake Garda: The perfect dog holiday – tips for owners and mistresses!

Lake Garda is increasingly becoming a popular destination for dog owners who want to offer their four-legged friends an unforgettable holiday. Many positive experiences characterize the stays of dog owners and their pets in this picturesque region of northern Italy. If you visited Lake Garda at the end of September, you could enjoy pleasantly mild weather, which offered a relaxing stay not only to people but also to animals.

A traveler reports about her Labrador dog Lucy, who could easily be taken everywhere. People's dog-friendliness was particularly positive, which made the vacation unforgettable for the entire family. Apart from the beautiful lake, delicious pizza and coffee, the shared experiences with Lucy also helped ensure that this trip will be remembered for a long time.

Travel arrangements and regulations

Before dog owners go on a trip to Lake Garda, they should be well informed. It is essential that dogs have an EU pet passport, issued by a veterinarian and mandatory when traveling to the EU since July 3, 2004. In addition, dogs must be identified with an electronic transponder and provide proof of a valid rabies vaccination, which should be administered at least 20 days before departure and is valid for eleven months in Italy.

Another important point is the equipment to be carried. Dog owners should always have a muzzle ready, even if it is not necessary in all regions. However, a muzzle is mandatory for certain activities. In order to keep the environment clean, the dogs' feces must of course be collected.

Dog-friendly experiences on Lake Garda

The region around Lake Garda offers a wide range of dog-friendly accommodation, from hotels and holiday apartments to campsites and holiday homes. Many restaurants allow dogs to be brought along; However, it is advisable to find out about the respective rules in advance. There are always dog-friendly beaches and many hiking trails that are ideal for trips with your dog.

In towns around Lake Garda there is a leash requirement that is a maximum of 1.5 meters. While in the quieter areas, such as Bolognano, four-legged friends are allowed to run freely, caution is advised in urban areas. A valuable tip is to specifically protect your dog and dog owner from leishmaniasis, a dangerous disease, before preparing for your trip, for example by using a Scalibor band.

Given these advantages, Lake Garda is valued not only as a dream destination, but also as a dog-friendly holiday destination. Both people and dogs can enjoy nature, culinary delights and a relaxed atmosphere here. So nothing stands in the way of taking a break together.