1 in 4 families enjoys the company of a dog on the Costa Blanca and the Valencian Community 🐶
1 in 4 families enjoys the company of a dog on the Costa Blanca and the Valencian Community 🐶
If your dog could choose a place to live or spend the holiday, he would definitely choose the Costa Blanca! Here, the sun shines almost all year round, pet-friendly beaches await with waves to splash around in, and nature offers hiking trails to explore. Could there be a better place?
According to 2021 data, the Valencian Community has approximately 1,270,000 dogs, which represents 13.7% of the total number of dogs in Spain. With a population of 5,097,967 inhabitants, this equates to 2.4 dogs for every 10 people, meaning that 1 in 4 families enjoys the company of a dog.
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In short, the Costa Blanca is a paradise not only for people, but also for dogs. With its beaches, mountains, restaurants and pet-friendly services, your dog can live a full and happy life here.🐾☀️
🏖 Pet-friendly Beach
The Costa Blanca has several beaches where dogs can run, play and swim freely. Hereby some of them:
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- Punta del Raset – Dénia.
- Cala Les Urques – Calpe.
- Playa L’Olla – Altea.
- Playa del Xarco – Villajoyosa.
- Playa Punta del Riu – El Campello.
- Playa Barranc d’Aigües – El Campello.
- Playa Agua Amarga – Alicante.
- Caleta dels Gossets – Santa Pola.
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🌳 Hiking routes and natural parks
If your dog loves adventure, there are many routes to explore together:
- Montgó Natural Park (Dénia-Jávea) – Trails with spectacular views of the Mediterranean.
- Sierra Helada (Benidorm-Alfaz del Pi) – A route with impressive landscapes, ideal for active dogs.
- Vall de Laguar routes – Hiking Cathedral or the 6000 steps route or the Isbert Dam route. A magical place.
🏡 Pet-friendly accommodation
If you live on the Costa Blanca or are visiting, there are numerous hotels, cottages and apartments that accept dogs. Some of the most recommended ones are mentioned on the page: Costa Blanca Pet Friendly
🐶 Restaurants and cafes dog-friendly
More and more establishments on the Costa Blanca allow dogs and some even have special menus for them.
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🚑 Veterinary services and specialist shops
The Costa Blanca has quality veterinary clinics, dog groomers and shops specialising in dog food and accessories. INFO: Asosiación Empresarial de Veterinarios Clínicos de la Provincia de Alicante.
The Costa Blanca is an amazing place for dog lovers 🐶, offering multiple benefits and activities for the well-being and fun of our pets.
If you are looking for a place where your dog is happy, runs free and enjoys with you, the Costa Blanca is the perfect destination.
Here every day is an adventure for your best friend! 💙🐾🐶