This is the guide we wish had existed when we started travelling with Apple in 2018. Seven years later, we have written every section of it ourselves. This guide links to all of it.

Starting Out: The Foundation

How to travel with dogs in India by car - car setup, stop planning, night drive strategy, hill roads, emergency handling.
Pet travel checklist India - print this and use it.
What to pack - the honest list.

Booking the Right Stay

Destinations

15 pet-friendly destinations in India
Jim Corbett with dogs - our most-visited destination.
Rishikesh with dogs - the Ganga, Laxman Jhula, riverside stays.
Shimla and nearby hill stations - why Chail and Kasauli are better than Shimla itself.

Dog Health for Travellers

Complete vaccination schedule
Tick fever - the #1 travel health risk.
Rabies - 100% preventable. 100% fatal if symptoms appear.
Heat stroke
First aid on road trips

Transport Options

Train vs car vs flight
Night drives - our preferred strategy for routes above 250 km.

Pet Parenting in India

Myths Worth Busting

Finding Pet-Friendly Places

For your actual trip planning, the PetFriendlyPlaces.in directory lists over 500 verified stays, cafes, parks, clinics, and outdoor spots across India. Use the Tails Verified filter to see places we have personally visited with Apple, Captain and Kimchi.

Our Travel Stories

All travel begins with a decision to try. This guide is so that decision is well-informed.

Guides tagged “pet travel india guide”

The Complete Guide to Pet Travel in India - Everything in One Place