Pets in Spain

Málaga, with its warm climate and expansive Mediterranean coastline, is a firm favourite during the summer months. But it’s not just people who enjoy the sun and sea; more and more pet owners are seeking places where their four-legged friends can cool off and play freely.

Planning a beach holiday but worried about your dog? No need! Spain offers a beautiful coastline with numerous dog-friendly beaches. From Murcia to the Costa del Sol, Mallorca, and Northern Spain, you’ll find plenty of options to enjoy the sun, sand, and sea with your furry friend.

If you're an animal lover keen to enjoy the sun and sea with your pet, it's worth knowing the best places to go. Alicante and its surrounding areas, home to numerous beaches, also offer ideal spots where pooches are permitted.

Bringing your furry friends along for a new life under the Spanish sun can feel daunting, but – as any local will tell you – Spain is a country that genuinely loves its animals.

During the last term of office, the Spanish Law 7/2023, of March 28, on protecting the rights and well-being of animals, was approved.

In Spain, until now, no legislation safeguarded the welfare of Spanish people's pets.

On 29 September the new Animal Welfare Law came into force in Spain, specifically Law 7/2023 of 28 March on the protection of the rights and welfare of animals.

Everyone may find some noise or other annoying at some time, but if it becomes constant and repetitive, it can cause certain problems, even health issues. Barking is one of the most complained-about noises. In fact, the Valencian Community's High Court of Justice has already issued a ruling on

Following the recent modification of the legal status of pets in Spain (Law 17/2021, of 15 December) in which they are now considered "living beings endowed with sentience" and not simply things as they were previously, many doubts have arisen in relation to how this reform affects leasing contracts

More and more people and families are choosing to have a pet at home.

You've moved to Spain and found yourself a nice flat but there's just one problem...noisy neighbours, but not the type of noisy neighbours you might be expecting.

The Santander bank in Spain wants to attract more expat customers with a new plan that offers all kinds of products and services, from a specialist bank account to a non-resident mortgage, and even pet care. Named the 'Smith Plan', it is aimed at ex-pats who already have a home in Spain and al

A big part of feeling comfortable and at ease when you move to a different country is having your pet with you. However, each country has its own laws and restrictions for animals living in buildings, and Spain is no different.

More and more people are choosing to share an apartment, not just students, as a more economical way to live. This means paying a reduced amount of rent for a room and cohabitating with other people, which can sometimes be problematic.

If you’re planning on moving to Spain with your dog, or even if you’re just going to spend your holidays there with your four-legged friend, you should be aware of the entry requirements for dogs to Spain.

In summer, all families are looking for a beach to spend their holidays on and, of course, the dog is part of the family. There’s no need to have your 4-legged relative stay at home – every year more and more authorities in Spain take the step and allow the dogs to play and bathe on their beaches.