Where are dogs allowed in Spain?

If there's a naturally pet-friendly city in Spain, it's Gijón. This is thanks to the many accommodation options, restaurants, and all sorts of other establishments where dogs are always warmly welcomed. Furthermore, both the San Lorenzo Beach and the Rinconín Park are perfect public spaces for enjoying with your dog.



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Spain is known for its beautiful coastline and numerous dog-friendly beaches that allow visitors to enjoy the sun, sand, and sea with their furry friends.

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To introduce a dog, cat or ferret into Spain, the pet must: - Be identified with a microchip, or tattoo (if it was done before 03/July/2011 and provided that it remains legible). - Be vaccinated against rabies with a valid vaccine at the time of travel and included in the passport. - Have a European pet passport .

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One of the most striking issues has been known since 29 March 2023, the day the new Animal Welfare Law was published in the Official State Gazette (BOE): to own a pet dog in Spain you will have to complete a course and have compulsory insurance. Only people with hunting, guard and working dogs will be 'exempt'.

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Your pet can travel in the cabin or as baggage in the hold. If it weighs up to 8 kg, including the cage or pet pack, you can take it with you in the cabin. Check that you have all the legal documentation and permits. You will require confirmation from the Booking Office.

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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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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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Usually dogs are only allowed to fly in the cabin—known as carry-on pets—if they can comfortably fit in a carrier that you can stow under the seat in front of you. A small number of airlines, including JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and Etihad Airways, allow passengers flying with dogs to buy an extra seat for their pet.

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SPAIN'S new animal welfare law comes into effect in September, meaning that all dog owners will have to make sure their pets have third party liability insurance, cats will have to be sterilised and there will be a ban on keeping pets permanently on balconies and terraces.

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France is known for being incredibly dog friendly, with the majority of trains, restaurants, and buses all allowing dogs. There are certain guidelines that must be followed when you're out and about, including always keeping your dog on a lead in public parks and gardens.

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You must also travel in the last carriage of each train. The majority of private taxis also accept dogs, provided they are in a carrier and the driver is notified previously. However, there are an increasing number of taxi companies that specialise in transporting pets, such as eTaxi and Mascotaxi.

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