New dog what to do about Ferry

[TDub49]

Puppies learn to adapt. I'm sure he'd cope whatever you choose to do.

Hmm. Rescues are full of dogs that might indicate that they are not all as adaptable as we would like them to be.

 

[Northernraider]

Hmm. Rescues are full of dogs that might indicate that they are not all as adaptable as we would like them to be.

9 times out of 10 thats down to the owner

 

[Jamesh]

But ok for a puppy???

I'd leave the kids and wife down below and take the puppy on deck...!

 

[Ian Bosman]

The crew are below deck anyway so in the unlikely event of any incident you would just get out . The bonus there is you'd already be with your dog.

Im using ferry to Ireland in September and i will be doing this again .

Much better for the dogs and peace of mind. Not strictly allowed but does no harm to anyone as far as i can see

And face what consequences of being where you are not allowed during a passage? Barred from their services or fined, maritime law kicks in

 

[Crazylegs]

We’ve used the Poole ferry before, they do you allow you to visit your dog in the van escorted by a crew member, but only once around half way through the journey. I’m not sure there are any crew members on the car decks though as IIRC the doors were shut, possibly locked and the lights had to be turned on for us.
Coco was around a year old then and was fast asleep so we didn’t stir things up by opening up. We have taken a number of ferries since including an eight hour crossing from Hawich, we don’t visit her anymore but we do leave the radio/tv on, some water, plus we hide treats around the van to keep her occupied.

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[Langtoftlad]

And face what consequences of being where you are not allowed during a passage? Barred from their services or fined, maritime law kicks in

If you refused to vacate after being discovered, possibly.
Otherwise, just be asked politely but firmly, to leave the vehicle deck.

Still waiting to hear what horrendous risks to life & limb you perceive from hiding in your van?

 

[Parrot Face]

Good luck.

 

[Gina M]

The crew are below deck anyway so in the unlikely event of any incident you would just get out . The bonus there is you'd already be with your dog.

Im using ferry to Ireland in September and i will be doing this again .

Much better for the dogs and peace of mind. Not strictly allowed but does no harm to anyone as far as i can see

I like your idea Tam. Anyway, why would you want to sit up on deck with a load of strangers when you can sit with your best friends I prefer dogs to humans any day

 

[Jackd]

We are going from Portsmouth to Caen next weekend & we have got a dog cabin. Our dog has never been on the ferry before & we were a little anxious about leaving him in the Motorhome or in the onboard kennels. It cost about £50 extra each way but in our view was worth it for peace of mind & a happy dog.

 

[Northernraider]

And face what consequences of being where you are not allowed during a passage? Barred from their services or fined, maritime law kicks in

Who's gonna know?

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[Gina M]

We are going from Portsmouth to Caen next weekend & we have got a dog cabin. Our dog has never been on the ferry before & we were a little anxious about leaving him in the Motorhome or in the onboard kennels. It cost about £50 extra each way but in our view was worth it for peace of mind & a happy dog.

Yes, well worth the extra what ferry company is it please. We are interested in doing the same now we only have the one little dog. I have heard these cabins are rare and very hard to book.

 

[ctc]

Tunnel if you're worried, tunnel if the dog is worried and why choose such a long crossing?

 

[Jackd]

It is Brittany Ferries.
They also offer the service of checking that your AHC is filled in correctly so no last minutes problems with incorrectly filled in forms. Either scan or photo.
email address is
pettravelexpert@brittanyferries.com

 

[Shrimp]

Puppy too young to be left for that length of time in the van with the unusual movement and noise.
You run the risk of traumatising it and may not ever want to go into van again!
Not worth the risk!
Change to Tunnel!

 

[MichaelT]

Tunnel if you're worried, tunnel if the dog is worried and why choose such a long crossing?

Because when we booked we did not have a dog and it suited our plans.

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[Dart]

What are the risks
...and how risky are those 'risks'?

Safety warning issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Bureau here

 

[irnbru]

Leave your puppy with me. I will have it trained by the time you get back.

 

[Northernraider]

Safety warning issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Bureau here

Yeah imagine a poor dog being alone in that situation.

No thanks

 

[Just smiffy]

visit him on car deck after say 1 hour then every hour until allowed back on the car deck when coming into port.

Car deck is locked out on the trip, you won’t be able to access the vehicle…

 

[Just smiffy]

I’m glad I don’t have a dog…

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[Dart]

Yeah imagine a poor dog being alone in that situation.

No thanks

I know, it's not a nice thought. Having said that, if it came abandoning ship I doubt dogs would have any priority in the lifeboats. I can imagine some real arguments breaking out.

 

[Langtoftlad]

Safety warning issued by the Marine Accident Investigation Bureau here

How often have trucks toppled onto neighbouring vehicles?
Photo shows open air vehicle deck yet claim asphyxiation risk .

People won't fly because there's a risk of crashes... you can't eliminate all risks, even if you stay at home.

Hiding in your MH for a couple of hours really poses no significant risk to you, your dogs or the ship.
Needless to say, I'd not advise firing up the hob to make a cuppa, or getting out the bbq.

 

[Northernraider]

I know, it's not a nice thought. Having said that, if it came abandoning ship I doubt dogs would have any priority in the lifeboats. I can imagine some real arguments breaking out.

Yep thats why id rather just stay with mine

 

[MichaelT]

Car deck is locked out on the trip, you won’t be able to access the vehicle…

Yes you can see below from BF.

Access to the garage decks during the crossing is forbidden, except when with a member of our crew.

To visit your pet during your sailing, you will need a badge. Badges can be obtained upon presentation of your passport or driving licence at the information desk; where your ID will be securely held during your visit. There are no pet visits to the garage decks on overnight sailings.

Please note that, for security reasons, visits are limited to one person per vehicle for a maximum of 15 minutes. For exact visit times, please ask a member of crew at the information desk. Pets must stay inside the vehicle as the purpose of these visits is to check on their wellbeing only.

 

[Rapphil]

Yes you can see below from BF.

Access to the garage decks during the crossing is forbidden, except when with a member of our crew.

To visit your pet during your sailing, you will need a badge. Badges can be obtained upon presentation of your passport or driving licence at the information desk; where your ID will be securely held during your visit. There are no pet visits to the garage decks on overnight sailings.

Please note that, for security reasons, visits are limited to one person per vehicle for a maximum of 15 minutes. For exact visit times, please ask a member of crew at the information desk. Pets must stay inside the vehicle as the purpose of these visits is to check on their wellbeing only.

we use this route to be able to visit but it is only one visit on the crossing about half way and at their arranged time. Used to be able to let them out of van but last time not allowed and they don’t give you 15 mins. Wouldn’t ever use the kennels on board as have heard the noise from all the other dogs.

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[Gina M]

I know, it's not a nice thought. Having said that, if it came abandoning ship I doubt dogs would have any priority in the lifeboats. I can imagine some real arguments breaking out.

I had a dog life jacket for my Stanley as I predicted in an incident he would be refused access to a lifeboat, which meant I wouldn't have got on one without him but we never took him on a ferry in the end.

 

[Just smiffy]

Yes you can see below from BF.

Access to the garage decks during the crossing is forbidden, except when with a member of our crew.

To visit your pet during your sailing, you will need a badge. Badges can be obtained upon presentation of your passport or driving licence at the information desk; where your ID will be securely held during your visit. There are no pet visits to the garage decks on overnight sailings.

Please note that, for security reasons, visits are limited to one person per vehicle for a maximum of 15 minutes. For exact visit times, please ask a member of crew at the information desk. Pets must stay inside the vehicle as the purpose of these visits is to check on their wellbeing only.

Good luck with that in August….

 

[Gina M]

Because when we booked we did not have a dog and it suited our plans.

You have a dog now and that's a real game changer I was in shock when I had my puppy Stanley, my life changed completely. For THE BEST !! by the way

 

[chrisinplymouth]

Have you time to vaccinate the pup and get paperwork for AHC by mid August?

 

[MichaelT]

Have you time to vaccinate the pup and get paperwork for AHC by mid August?

Hope so he will be 4 months then.

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