Please note that the rules for entry to different countries from Ukraine may vary. For instance, for the entry to Poland the general conditions for the import of animals to the EU apply.

In Germany, it is not necessary to submit a preliminary application to receive the entry permit with a pet. You can bring your pet without any restrictions. Immediately upon arrival, contact the local veterinary authority for checkup. If necessary, the vet will perform all the necessary steps including: issuing a vet passport and microchipping. All the detals can be found here .

Subsequently, dogs must be registered in Germany. You can register your dog at the so-called “Tax and City Treasury Office” („Steuer- und Stadtkassenamt“) in the municipality where you are registered. Registration is free; however, as a dog-owner, you have to pay the so-called “dog tax” (“Hundesteuer”). The amount of the “Hundesteuer” differs from city to city, but it is usually between €30 to €190 per year. After registration, you will receive a dog tag with a unique number –you should always carry this tag with you when you are out with your dog. Please find more information at the link .

Ukrainian refugees who have fled the war with their beloved pets will be able to access free veterinary treatment in 38 European countries. Check out this page to learn more.

• The list of places where you can get medical help and food for your pet in Berlin is here .
• A list of Ukrainian and Russian speaking vets in Berlin is here .

Ukrainian refugees who have fled the war with their beloved pets will be able to access free veterinary treatment in 38 European countries. Check out this page to learn more.

• The list of places where you can get medical help and food for your pet in Berlin is here .
• A list of Ukrainian and Russian speaking vets in Berlin is here .

Possibilities of obtaining a free consultation or veterinary care for animals.

• Tierheim Berlin (Berlin animal shelter) and Berliner Tiertafel are providing free pet equipment such as a leash, blanket, dog/cat bed, petfood and bowls.
• The list of places where you can get medical help and food for your pet in Berlin is here .
• Organisation of Animal protection in Hamburg provides pets with necessary food and temporary shelter. Аdress: Süderstraße 399, 20537 Hamburg| kontakt@hamburger-tierschutzverein.de.
• fressnapf.de - A pet shop Fressnapf is available across Germany both on- and offline.
• A Russian and Ukrainian speaking online shop with food for pets that delivers across Germany: info@my-alice.de.

There are several airlines that allow flying with a pet onboard. It is up to each airplane to establish regulations and additional tariffs. Therefore we advise you to get in contact with the specific airline you plan on using.

The general rule is that pets (together with their crate) which remain below a certain weight may be carried in the cabin, whereas pets exceeding such threshold weight must be carried in the cargo area.

You must follow the regulations specified in your rental contract. In many rental agreements, animals are prohibited. If there is a specific ban regarding pets in your rental agreement, you must comply.

Pets in Germany must be vaccinated, have documents and a chip. If your pet does not have this, you need to contact a veterinarian, who will examine the animal and do a microchip.

As soon as you receive the chip number, register your pet in "FINDEFIX" - the German pet registry. It is free. If your pet gets lost in an unfamiliar area, it can be found quickly.