September 25, 2025 12:00 PM
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The importance of trust between clients and real estate agents in Alicante
The importance of trust between clients and real estate agents in Alicante
Living in Spain with pets means enjoying a friendly, flexible, and increasingly well-adapted environment that meets the needs of both animals and their owners. From public spaces specially designed for pets to a growing number of pet-friendly restaurants and activities, the experience is becoming more pleasant and richer.
Alicante: Concrete Benefits for Owners and Pets
In Alicante, there are numerous dog parks that allow for safe and healthy recreation. The Sergio de Melgares Park offers drinking fountains, "pipi-can" zones, and agility elements. The La Tuna Park on Monte Benacantil has had a fenced area of 789 m² where dogs can run freely since 2017. Furthermore, the municipality is working on improving the Juan de Garay Park, with a dog walking area featuring trees, benches, and a drinking fountain, planned for 2025.
Alicante also boasts various dog beaches that are accessible all year round. The Playa de Agua Amarga in the city is one of the largest and most accessible. Nearby municipalities offer beaches such as Caleta dels Gossets in Santa Pola, Punta del Riu and Barranc D’Aigües in El Campello, Cala del Xarco in Villajoyosa, and Playa Mar y Montaña in Altea. These beaches allow dogs to run, play, and swim freely, provided basic rules are followed.
The province also has beautiful hiking trails and nature parks. The route to the Albir Lighthouse offers stunning views, while the Serra Grossa in the city center provides a green and safe environment.
Alicante's gastronomy also includes pet-friendly restaurants. Popular options include Baobab Soul Kitchen & Bar, Casa 15 – Tapas & Wine, and Sabor de Tradición. Other places, such as OZ gastroclub, combine culture and gastronomy in the company of pets.
An innovative example is the Trust Resort Canino in Ondara, a complex that combines lodging, training, a swimming pool, grooming salon, and dog sports, in addition to a club and chiringuito (beach bar).
Pet-Friendly Culture in Alicante and Spain: A Growing Trend
The Valencian Community and Alicante stand out for their wide range of pet-friendly facilities. Tourism in Spain shows an increasing demand for traveling with pets, leading hotels, restaurants, and destinations to adapt. Despite some challenges, the recognition of pets as family members promotes their integration into urban and tourist life.
Source: Comiviajeros – Dog Beaches in Alicante
