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Pet travel to Limerick
City of culture on the Shannon — DAFM-compliant arrivals via Shannon Airport (SNN).
Clearance & Entry
What's required to enter.
- 1
Non-commercial EU Health Certificate (Annex IV) — USDA APHIS-endorsed (USA) or CFIA-endorsed (Canada)
- 2
ISO-compliant microchip (15-digit) implanted before rabies vaccination — the sequence is a legal requirement
- 3
Rabies vaccination — minimum 21-day wait after primary vaccination before entry
- 4
Tapeworm treatment for dogs only — praziquantel administered by a vet 24–120 hours before scheduled arrival
These are the official entry rules for Ireland.
Read our step-by-step compliance guide covering every document, timing window, and government contact for Ireland.
Limerick is served by Shannon Airport (SNN), 25 km from the city centre — DAFM (Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine) veterinary inspection is required for all non-EU pets. We coordinate DAFM pre-notification and border inspection scheduling. Ireland is an EU member but retains its own tapeworm protocol.
— Paws en Route Compliance Team
Our process
How we handle Limerick.
Documentation Review
We audit every certificate, vaccination record, and microchip date against the exact requirements for Limerick.
Permit Filing
Our team files all import permits and advance notifications on your behalf, tracking approval status in real time.
Veterinary Coordination
We work with your vet or our partner clinics to issue compliant health certificates timed precisely to departure.
Airport Concierge
A dedicated chaperone manages customs inspection, APHIS or border authority clearance, and handover at destination.
Local Logistics
Getting your pet into Limerick.
Limerick is 25 km from Shannon Airport (SNN) and 2 hours from Dublin (DUB). Non-EU pets must enter through Dublin. We arrange the full chain from DUB arrival to Limerick drop-off, coordinating DAFM clearance and private ground transport.
Entry Airports
Supported Airlines
At a glance
Lead time
21–35 days
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Pet-Friendly Stays
Where to rest in Limerick.
Castletroy Park Hotel
Castletroy Park Hotel allows 1 dog of any size in designated rooms for an additional fee of €25 per stay. Please note dogs cannot be left unattended.
VRBO Limerick
Pet policies are determined by the individual owner of each Vrbo property. For more information on the pet fee, weight limit and other restrictions
Moyrhee B&B
Moyrhee B&B allows dogs of any size for an additional fee. Cats may also be allowed by request.
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Not seeing your ideal stay? Our concierge knows every pet-friendly property in Limerick.
Paws en route members get waived pet fees at select partner properties in Limerick. Ask your concierge which properties are currently in the programme.
Getting Around
Navigating Limerick with your pet.
One of the biggest anxieties of pet travel is local transit. Here's everything you need to know before you land.
Public Transit
Bus Éireann services connect Limerick city centre with Shannon Airport and surrounding towns. Small dogs in carriers are permitted at driver's discretion; the city centre itself is compact and walkable.
Private Cars
Our Shannon-Limerick transfer network covers SNN arrivals and city-wide journeys. Pre-booked taxis and private hire vehicles accommodate larger breeds — all confirmed pet-cleared at dispatch.
On Foot
Limerick city centre is easily navigated on foot. We map the riverside routes along the Shannon and Abbey River, the People's Park morning circuit, and the Thomond Park area trails.
Private Ground Transport
Climate-controlled, GPS-tracked fleet. Seamless door-to-door service between cities or to your final destination.
Experiences & Culture
Limerick, with your dog.
Lough Gur Visitor Centre & Lakeshore Park
Lough Gur Visitor Centre & Lakeshore Park in Limerick, IE is pet friendly. Home to the oldest stone in Ireland, the area is of historical and archaeological
Lough Gur, Bruff, Limerick, IE
The Milk Market
The Milk Market in Limerick, IE is a pet-friendly open-air market held on Saturdays. Leashed dogs are welcome to peruse the stalls by your side, which
Cornmarket Row, Irishtown, Limerick, IE, V94 R602
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Local Infrastructure
Know before you land.
Emergency resources, export-certified clinics, and vetted boarding — vetted and saved before departure.
Emergency Vet
Castletroy Veterinary Clinic
Monaleen Road, Castletroy, Limerick
4 km from City Centre
Mon–Fri 8:30–19:00, Sat 9:00–13:00, emergency line 24/7
Export Clinic
Limerick Veterinary Hospital
Boarding & Daycare
Paws & Claws Limerick
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We handle the flights, the veterinary compliance, and the door-to-door logistics. Tell us where you're starting from, and we'll calculate the route to Limerick.
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Your Preparation Timeline
We build a personalised calendar for Limerick: permits, vet appointments, and health certificates timed precisely to your departure window so nothing expires before you board.
Local Intelligence, Pre-loaded
Vetted stays, pet-safe transit routes, and emergency contacts, all curated for Limerick and confirmed before you land, so your first day is calm.
Common questions about Limerick.
Everything you're likely wondering before you start the process.
