French Phrase
Tu peux monter à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
Meaning
The sentence tells someone that they are allowed to board a vehicle—train, plane, bus, etc.—while accompanied by assistance animals such as guide dogs or service dogs. It emphasizes permission rather than a request.
When to use
Use this phrase when speaking to transport staff, airline agents, or customer‑service representatives to confirm that you may travel with a service animal. It is also useful in written signage or FAQs about accessibility.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tupeuxmonteràbordavecdesanimauxd'assistance.
Pouvoir (peux)
‘Peux’ is the 2nd‑person singular present of the modal verb *pouvoir*, used for ability or permission.
Monter à bord
A set phrase meaning ‘to board’; it is more formal than *embarquer* and is common in transport announcements.
Animaux d’assistance
A compound noun meaning ‘assistance/ service animals’; the preposition *d'* links the noun *animaux* with the qualifier *assistance*.
Avec + article
When you refer to one or more assistance animals, you can use *un animal d’assistance* (singular) or *des animaux d’assistance* (plural).
🗨In Conversation
Tu peux monter à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
You can board with assistance animals.
Oui, bien sûr ! Nous avons un espace réservé pour eux.
Yes, of course! We have a reserved space for them.
✕Common Mistakes
Tu peut monter à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
‘Peut’ is the 3rd‑person singular; with ‘tu’ you need ‘peux’.
Tu peux embarquer à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
While *embarquer* is correct, the set phrase *monter à bord* is more idiomatic in announcements.
Tu peux monter à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
If you only have one service animal, use the singular *un animal d'assistance*.
↔Alternatives
Vous êtes autorisé à embarquer avec un animal d'assistance.
You are authorized to board with a service animal.
Il est permis de monter à bord avec des animaux d'assistance.
It is permitted to board with assistance animals.
Vous pouvez voyager avec votre chien guide.
You can travel with your guide dog.
Cultural Tip
In France, assistance animals are protected by the law *Loi n° 2005‑102* and must be clearly identified (vest, harness, or badge). Transport operators cannot charge extra fees and must provide accessible seating. However, you may be asked to show proof of the animal’s status, so keep the official documentation handy.