Looking for Your Perfect Puppy in Portugal?
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Finding Your Dream Puppy in Portugal
If you want to buy a puppy in Portugal, it can sometimes be difficult to find the right puppy locally, whether because of limited availability, breed choice, or uncertainty about breeder reliability. In such situations, looking for your dream puppy through a trusted European puppy service can be a helpful option.
NewDoggy.com provides a solution for families who want to buy a puppy in Portugal with more confidence. We assist you in finding your ideal dog breed and the right puppy, while also helping with health preparation, EU pet passport details, travel arrangements, and the necessary steps to bring your NewDoggy puppy safely to you.
Portugal Pet Travel Requirements
Bringing a puppy to Portugal involves several official steps, documents, and veterinary requirements. The process is usually simpler than importing a puppy to many non-EU countries, because Portugal follows European Union pet travel rules for young animals. However, families still need to make sure that the puppy is properly identified, vaccinated, documented, and fit to travel.
NewDoggy helps make this journey easier by preparing the necessary paperwork, coordinating the required steps, and keeping you informed from the moment you reserve your puppy until your puppy arrives safely in Portugal.
The following is usually needed to bring a puppy into Portugal:
- Minimum age: Puppies must usually be old enough to receive a valid rabies vaccination and complete the required waiting period before travel. In practice, this usually means a puppy must be at least around 15 weeks old before travelling to Portugal.
- Microchip: The puppy must be identified with a microchip before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination. The microchip number must match the puppy’s travel documents.
- Rabies vaccination: A valid rabies vaccination is required. For a primary rabies vaccination, the puppy must be at least 12 weeks old when vaccinated, and the vaccination usually becomes valid after a 21-day waiting period.
- EU pet passport: If the puppy is travelling from another EU country, it should travel with a valid EU pet passport showing the microchip details, rabies vaccination, and veterinary records.
- EU animal health certificate: If the puppy is travelling from a non-EU country, an EU animal health certificate may be required instead of an EU pet passport. This certificate must be issued by an official or authorised veterinarian before travel.
- Veterinary health check: The puppy should be examined by a veterinarian before travel to confirm that it is healthy and fit to travel.
- Rabies antibody test: A rabies antibody titration test may be required if the puppy is travelling from certain non-EU countries with higher rabies risk. This depends on the country of origin and travel route.
- Airline or transport requirements: Airlines and transport companies may have their own rules about crate size, booking, documents, temperature restrictions, and travel conditions, so these must also be checked before departure.
Important note: Portugal pet travel rules can change, and the exact requirements may depend on the puppy’s country of origin, age, vaccination status, ownership status, and travel route. Always check the latest official EU and Portuguese requirements before travel. You can also contact the NewDoggy team if you would like help arranging the correct documents and procedures for bringing a puppy to Portugal.
Why Choose NewDoggy
The complete peace-of-mind solution for bringing your perfect puppy to Portugal.
Health Guarantee
Every puppy receives thorough vet checks, up-to-date vaccinations, and our 10-year health guarantee. Plus, enjoy lifetime support from our team for your puppy’s wellbeing.
All-Inclusive Service
We take care of every detail — from documentation and travel booking to safe delivery — making the process effortless and stress-free for you.
Risk-Free Process
Make secure payments via Credit Card or PayPal, both offering full buyer protection and a money-back guarantee — so you can adopt with total peace of mind.
Premium Quality
Ethically bred puppies from trusted European breeders with complete documentation and bloodline check.
From Consultation to Homecoming — We Handle Every Step for You
Experience a smooth, stress-free journey from finding your perfect puppy to bringing them safely home.
Consultation
We learn about your lifestyle and preferences to find your perfect puppy.
Select Puppy
Browse our site, receive videos and photos, and take our expert guidance to choose the right puppy for you.
Reservation Deposit
Secure your puppy via Credit Card or PayPal with buyer protection.
Travel Preparation
Full vet checks, vaccinations, microchip, EU pet passport or required health documents, and boarding until travel.
Puppy Training
Choose the training that’s right for your dog: Preschool for socialization, leash manners, and crate training, or Academy for advanced discipline.
Secure Payment
Final payment via secure Credit Card or PayPal with buyer protection.
Homecoming
Safe delivery to Portugal with tracking, airline-approved crate, or exclusive nanny service upon request.
What Our Customers Say
A clear, supportive process for families in Portugal.
"Amazing experience. Wonderful dog ❤️ We had an amazing experience with this company. They were super helpful from start to finish. Sending lots of pictures and updates on our puppy to be. They pre-trained her and gave us lots of follow-up support in the early days of being puppy owners. Dog is now three years old and such a wonderful addition to our family. She has a great character, well behaved and everyone who meets her falls in love. Highly recommend NewDoggy!"
"Incredible company! I worked with this company (Geza specifically) and it was the most amazing experience. He was always available to answer all of my questions and put my mind at ease. We bought a cavapoo and we were even able to fly there and come visit the litter first. This is a very professional company to work with and I highly recommend using them!! Thank you!!!!! 10/10 service!"
"I love my puppy and very happy with the help I got from Krisztina. I would recommend for sure. Thank you from Portugal."
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to guide your choice.
How much does it cost to buy a puppy in Portugal from NewDoggy?
Pricing varies by breed, age, bloodline, training level, and travel requirements. For exact details, please check the prices listed on our website or contact us directly. Each puppy’s total price includes the important preparation steps such as vaccinations, health checks, travel crate, health documents, and travel-related arrangements.
How long does puppy delivery to Portugal take?
If your puppy is old enough, fully vaccinated, and has the necessary documents prepared, travel can usually be arranged within a short time after reservation. For younger puppies, vaccination timing, document preparation, rabies vaccination validity, and travel planning may take several weeks. We always confirm the expected timeline based on the puppy’s age and destination requirements.
Do puppies fly in cargo?
Depending on the airline, route, puppy size, and available travel options, puppies may travel as manifested live animal cargo or with a flight nanny where possible. Live animal cargo does not mean travelling with luggage. Puppies are transported in a dedicated, climate-controlled, pressurized live-animal area with suitable temperature and airflow.
What is the minimum age for a puppy to travel to Portugal?
Puppies travelling to Portugal usually need to be old enough for a valid rabies vaccination and the required waiting period. In practice, this usually means the puppy must be at least around 15 weeks old before travel, depending on the country of origin and current EU rules.
What vaccinations are required for my puppy before travelling to Portugal?
A valid rabies vaccination is required for pet travel to Portugal. The puppy must also be microchipped before or at the same time as the rabies vaccination. Other routine puppy vaccinations, such as distemper, parvovirus, and infectious hepatitis, are also important for the puppy’s health and safe preparation.
How does NewDoggy ensure the puppy arrives healthy in Portugal?
Each puppy is prepared with age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip identification, parasite prevention, veterinary checks, and travel documents. Before departure, a veterinarian confirms that the puppy is healthy and fit to travel. Puppies travel in an airline-approved crate, and we coordinate the journey carefully to support a safe arrival in Portugal.
Can I see photos or videos of my puppy while waiting?
Absolutely. NewDoggy provides photo and video updates so you can follow your puppy’s growth, personality, and preparation before travel.
How much does NewDoggy charge for shipping to Portugal?
Shipping costs depend on the puppy’s size, crate size, airline, route, and current travel requirements. The total usually includes health checks, documentation, travel crate, and the flight or delivery arrangement. Please contact us for an exact quote tailored to your puppy’s travel plan.
How can I pay safely?
NewDoggy accepts secure payments via Credit Card or PayPal, both offering buyer protection and money-back guarantees. Every client receives an invoice and payment confirmation.
What if I have questions after my puppy arrives?
Even after your puppy settles in, you’re never on your own. The NewDoggy team is always just a message away to answer questions and offer helpful advice about settling in, feeding, care, travel adjustment, and the first steps after arrival in Portugal.
On Arrival
The process does not end when your puppy arrives in Portugal. After arrival, your dog may need a local veterinary visit, microchip registration check, or local registration depending on the current rules and your municipality.
Dog owners in Portugal should also follow local rules regarding responsible dog ownership, public spaces, leash use, identification, and veterinary care. These requirements can change, so our team will be happy to guide you through the latest steps after your puppy arrives.
Let us help you find the perfect dog for Portugal
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Families searching for puppies for sale in Portugal often want to feel confident before choosing a puppy online. At NewDoggy, we understand that trust, transparency, and breeder verification are just as important as finding the right breed.
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Our goal is to help families in Portugal find healthy European puppies from selected breeders, with support for vet checks, paperwork, travel preparation, and safe arrival.
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Disclaimer
We always do our best to keep our website updated, however sometimes new laws come into place faster than we are able to change our site content. The information provided above should only serve as a guide and NewDoggy.com holds no liability if any harm comes due to the use of it. For fully relevant information get in touch with us.
All our information is derived from Ministerial Decree No. 204 of 2016 on the regulation of import of cats and dogs https://www.moccae.gov.ae/assets/download/2022/M204-16.pdf.aspx
