That beautiful day on the beach that we imagine can end up leading to some complications if some precautions are not taken into account and the current regulations of the place are not known. If we carry our homework well done from home, the benefits for both, dog and human, will make us not want to take off from the sea breeze.
Regulations
The Coastal Law, which guarantees the environmental protection and development of the Spanish coastline, does not make any specification on the use of beaches by dogs. It dictates that the municipalities are in charge of establishing their own rules regarding this issue.
There are beaches in which access to furry animals is not allowed throughout the year, others that do so during specific months and others that can be accessed with pets 365 days a year.
According to this, before moving, it is advisable to visit the website of the local council to be informed of said regulations. In addition, each beach must have information panels that will indicate its regulations.
Precautions
As with people, it is not the same to go to the beach with dogs in hot months as in colder ones.
During the hottest months and when the sun beats down, care is intensified. Special care should be taken with furry skin, applying a protective cream in those areas where the density of the fur is lower , such as around the nose and in the armpits.
Special care must also be taken with the hours they spend in full sun and that the activities they do are not intense. However, the most difficult task that the owners of these furry animals will encounter is to be careful, during the entire time they are on the beach, that they do not ingest sea water. This is very important, as it can lead to gastrointestinal problems. To try to avoid this, a bowl full of water should always be available to them to quench their thirst.
In cold weather, care will be focused on protecting the eyes, ears, pads and the possible intake of sea water and sand. To do this, once you get home, it is important to use an eye cleaner to remove any grains of sand that may have entered your eyes. In the same way it happens with the ears. They should be inspected and cleaned in order to remove all dirt. In addition, before going to the beach it is advisable to protect your pads with a specific protective cream for them. It is important to remember that you must be careful, whatever the season, that the furry do not drink sea water.
Profits
Spending a day at the beach with your furry is not only a pleasant and fun experience thanks to sharing moments of fun together, but it really brings great benefits for him. Being in direct contact with the sun gives you the dose of vitamin D you need, always being alert and avoiding the hottest hours. Their olfactory sensitivity will also be reinforced since the furry will spend much of the day sniffing and discovering unfamiliar smells different from those that normally surround them. In addition, walking on the sand will strengthen your muscles , exercise your joints and burn calories .
