Currently I'm in planning stages of my worldly adventures. However, my trip will be somewhat different than most backpackers in that I will need to base a residency somewhere in order to work while travelling around. I am a freelance graphic and web designer among other things. I have always had a dog since I was little, currently I have a 6 month old puppy, which will likely be at least 1 1/2 years old when I travel outside of the US. I am really attached to her, and I can't imagine being without her for an extended period of time, people yes, my dog no. I'm not worried about travel in the US with her as it will be fairly easy.

My concern is other countries. For example my current trip plan will be living in an area or a country for 6ish months at a time. For europe I have a sister that lives in France and I can tour europe using the rail from there and base my business/residency there as well as on the road for a good part of the trip. I'll be backpacking and staying other places, but I won't be far away from temp residency. If that makes sense. Now I wouldn't bring my dog on a trip through the amazon jungle but I don't think Europe or Australia or a few other countries would be a big deal... or would it?? Keep in mind my dog is only 8lbs so its not like I'm trying to tote around a 60lb Lab.

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I am a Freelance Graphic/Web Designer for hire! ;) e-mail: jennyleonard@verizon.net

Hi

I know what you mean about missing your dog - when I visited friends in New Jersey for 2 weeks I missed my boy so much they went and made me a toy one!

I've never actually travelled anywhere outside the UK with mine, but this website should give you all the info you need about any quarantine regulations for Europe: http://www.vetcare-europe.org/index.html

Good luck on your travels

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