Is Spain or Portugal more dog friendly?

Portugal is not as dog-friendly as Germany, but not more dog-unfriendly than many other countries. In Spain, France and the Netherlands, for example, dogs are not allowed on the guarded beaches any more than in Portugal.



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Portugal is definitely a pet-friendly country with more than half of Portuguese households owning a pet. The abundance of public parks and beaches are perfect for taking dogs on walks and allowing them to explore nature, without being stuck in an apartment.

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Top 6 Dog Friendly Countries in Europe
  • Italy: heaven for dogs! ...
  • Switzerland: Swiss people are very friendly towards dogs both when interacting with locals and with businesses. ...
  • Netherlands: Your life is so easy when walking around with a dog in the Netherlands.


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The Land of the Strays is one giant sanctuary for rescued pups. All dogs go to heaven, but it turns out that heaven is in the mountains near Santa Bárbara de Heredia, Costa Rica.

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Barcelona is one of the most “dog-friendly” cities in Spain. It has many animal-friendly hotels and restaurants, as well as 100 areas where you can walk your dog and meet other dog-lovers.

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You'll have a great time together. Madrid is teeming with terraces where you can enjoy a bite to eat or a drink accompanied by your dog. Within commercial premises, the legislation determines that the owners have the right to allow pets to enter or not.

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One counter-argument for country life is that dogs are simply happier there. According to a study reported on in Psychology Today, city dogs are much more fearful and anxious than their country cousins.

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