Gmw

dougal03

I've been a registered dog breeder with my own prefix since the 1970's with the British Kennel Club,had a Kennels business both in UK & Spain.I simply cannot imagine why British dog owners want to exercise their pets along a beach.I have always lived at the coast in England,Scotland & here but,although I have walked them along the prom.would never take them onto the actual beach.The sand is bad for their paws as is sharp shells & pebbles & sea water is dreadful for their coats.And I would also be thinking of the people who later want to enjoy the same area.Would you actually like to sit down over a patch that a dog has done a wee on?I can only applaud the Spanish for outlawing their pristine beaches for our canine friends.I had to exercise German Shepherds as well as small breeds & there are plenty of places to do so which is teaching them good behaviour at the same time.I get angry when I see undisciplined pets with owners who simply let them run wild.Gail, I am sure you are not like those & I hope you enjoy living here,as will your pets.

Gmw

Thanks for that I did also ask about wood land it seems restricted for walks

Loafing Along

Northern Spain a huge area you need to be more precise. Wonderful dog walking country in Basque Region, Navarra , Aragon and into the Pyrennes. Most regions publish recommended walking routes ( in spanish ) and we have done several , mainly northern Navarra into the forests with some great rivers/streams for the dog to swim.