Published on
Jul 1, 2026
in
Spain
How we moved a Golden Retriever and a cat from the US to Madrid — cabin vs. cargo, crate sizing, rabies/microchip and the APHIS EU health certificate, Barajas arrival, and the real cost of pet life in Spain.
Europe has a little bit of everything, just met with architectural charm. With a wide variety of languages & visa options, choose what fits your needs. Keep in mind, no matter where you settle, the neighboring country is never too far or too expensive to visit.