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South Istria is

Pet friendly

South Istria is

Pet friendly

Bring your pets along to South Istria, where pet-friendly amenities, scenic trails, and welcoming accommodations ensure a perfect getaway for you and your four-legged companions.

Our pets are our best friends, so leaving them behind when going on a trip is not an option. And we all know that taking your best friend on a trip is one of the best things you can do.

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Beautiful Beaches and Parks

The region boasts numerous beaches and parks where pets are welcome. Several beaches, like Medulin and Pula, have designated pet-friendly areas where dogs can frolic in the water and enjoy the sun.

Additionally, the region's expansive parks and nature reserves provide ample space for pets to explore and enjoy the outdoors. The Cape Kamenjak Nature Reserve, for example, is a stunning location where pets can enjoy long walks and breathtaking views.

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Pet Friendly Dining

Dining with pets is easy in South Istria, as many cafes, restaurants, and bars welcome pets, often offering water bowls and even special pet menus.

The outdoor seating areas of many eateries provide a relaxed environment where pet owners can enjoy local cuisine without having to leave their pets behind. This inclusive attitude makes dining out a stress-free experience for pet owners.

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Activities and Attractions

South Istria offers a variety of activities that pets and their owners can enjoy together. From hiking trails that wind through scenic landscapes to boat tours that welcome pets aboard, there are plenty of ways to experience the region's natural beauty with your pet.

Historical sites like the Pula Arena also allow pets, enabling visitors to immerse themselves in the local culture without being separated from their companions.

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Pet friendly accommodation

Explore our pet-friendly accommodation, where you'll find a range of comfortable, welcoming options designed to ensure a delightful stay for both you and your furry companions.

Pula
Medulin
Fažana
Vodnjan
Marčana
Ližnjan

Everything your pet needs

To be able to enjoy your vacation to the fullest, here are a few more lists of things and services you might need while traveling with your pet to South Istria.

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Travelling with pets and responsibility

When bringing your pet into the Republic of Croatia, it is your responsibility to meet all of the conditions necessary for its import. Please check that your pet has been vaccinated and that these vaccinations have not expired, whether an antibody titer test has been performed and whether your pet has a valid passport or veterinary certificate.

Animals from EU countries or countries outside the EU that are considered low-risk, are under three months of age and have not been vaccinated, may be imported into the territory of the Republic of Croatia if the owner or accompanier holds a valid passport or certificate and if the animals have lived in the same place since birth and have not come into contact with wild animals which may have been exposed to infections, or are travelling with their mother on whom they are still dependent.

For additional information, please contact the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development – Administration for VeterinaryMedicine.

Tel.: +385 1 6443 540.

Website: www.mps.hr

Conditions

General import conditions for dogs, cats and tame martens (also known as domestic ferrets, white ferrets, African ferrets, weasels, skunks, tame ferrets, domestic weasels or tamed weasels – mustela putorius) from EU member states and low-risk countries outside the EU:

  • The animal must be fitted with an electronic identification system (microchip). If the animal is fitted with a microchip that is not in line with ISO Standard 11784 or 11785, the owner must provide an appropriate microchip scanner.

  • The animal must have a passport or certificate issued by a veterinary surgeon authorised by the relevant body.

  • The animal must be vaccinated against rabies.

For additional information, please contact the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development – Administration for VeterinaryMedicine.

Tel.: +385 1 6443 540.

Website:www.mps.hr

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