Can I Bring My Certified Service Animal To My Booked Vacation Rental?

Yes, in European countries, certified service animals are allowed at vacation rentals regardless of a property's pet policy and without additional fees. However, there are important details you should know before booking.

Service Animal Access Rights

Service animals have guaranteed access to accommodations across Europe. This means hosts cannot refuse your certified service animal or charge extra fees for their stay. We recommend reaching out to your host in advance to inform them about your service animal, even though they cannot refuse.

What Qualifies as a Service Animal?

In Europe, service animals are defined more narrowly than in the United States. The following are recognized as service animals:

• Guide dogs for the blind
• Hearing alert dogs for the deaf
• Seizure alert dogs
• Other classes of assistance dogs

Please note that therapy animals, such as those for anxiety or emotional support, are not classified as service animals in Europe and may be subject to a property's pet policy.

Exceptions to the Rule

In rare circumstances, hosts with certified dangerous allergies may be exempt from accepting service animals. This is the only recognized exception to the service animal access guarantee.

Best Practices

To ensure a smooth stay, communicate with your host before arrival about your service animal. While not required, this courtesy allows your host to prepare and eliminates any potential confusion during check-in.

We hope this helps you find the perfect stay for you and your service animal companion.