After sailing to more than 12 countries on four continents and across eight significant bodies of water, including the Atlantic Ocean, we are convinced that dogs just want to be with their humans.

Now that we have experience sailing with dogs in heavy, offshore conditions, we have learned many lessons about how to keep them comfortable, healthy, and safe. We also learned all about the various requirements for entering many worldwide countries with dogs on board. Here are our Top 10 general tips for sailing the world with dogs. While our experience is sailing with dogs, these tips can also apply to other pets.