Discover Canary Islands with PawBox™

General Pet Travel Rules in the Canary Islands

• Dogs must be leashed in public areas.

• Muzzles are required for PPP (Potentially Dangerous Breeds).

• Microchipping and up-to-date vaccinations are mandatory.

• Dogs are allowed on inter-island ferries (check individual ferry operator policies).

• Pets must be in a carrier or leashed with a muzzle on public buses.

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Tenerife

24/7 Emergency Vets

• Hospital Veterinario Añaza Sur (Santa Cruz)

  • Tel: +34 922 62 04 26

  • https://www.hospitalveterinarioanazasur.com

Dog-Friendly Beaches

• Playa del Cabezo (El Médano)

• Playa El Puertito (Güímar)

Parks & Walks

• Parque La Granja (Santa Cruz) – Shaded walking paths.

• Anaga Rural Park – Leashed hiking trails with dramatic views.

VIP Services

• Mi Peludo Glam (Grooming & Boutique) – https://www.mipeludoglam.com

• Can Hotel (Dog Hotel, Adeje) – https://www.canhoteltenerife.com

Adoption & Rescue

• Apanot Norte Tenerife – https://www.apanot.es

• Live Arico – https://www.livearico.org

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Gran Canaria

24/7 Emergency Vets

• Hospital Veterinario Tafira

  • Tel: +34 928 35 18 78

  • https://www.hvt.es

Dog-Friendly Beaches

• Playa de Bocabarranco (Las Palmas)

• Playa de Los Tres Peos (Agüimes)

Parks & Walks

• Parque Romano (Las Palmas)

• Barranco de Guayadeque – Popular leashed trail with natural cave homes.

VIP Services

• Woof Pet Boutique – https://www.instagram.com/woofpetboutiquegc

• PeluCan (Spa & Hotel) – Tel: +34 928 38 74 33

Adoption & Rescue

• Albergue Insular de Animales (Bañaderos) – Public shelter.

• Animal Help Gran Canaria – https://animalhelpgc.com

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Lanzarote

Vets

• Clinica Veterinaria Macher

  • Tel: +34 928 51 43 13

Dog-Friendly Spots

• Playa de las Coloradas (Playa Blanca)

• Playa Guacimeta (near airport)

Activities

• Coastal paths from Puerto del Carmen to Playa Honda – excellent for long walks.

Boutique & Spa

• Pet Boutique Lanzarote – Tel: +34 928 51 23 44

Adoption

• SARA Lanzarote – https://saraprotectora.org

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Fuerteventura

Vets

• Clinica Veterinaria Puerto del Rosario

  • Tel: +34 928 85 10 48

Dog Beaches

• Playa de la Concha (El Cotillo) – Off-leash areas.

• Playa del Matorral (Jandía) – Pets allowed in designated zones.

Nature Walks

• Corralejo Dunes National Park – Stunning trails; dogs on leash.

Grooming & VIP

• HappyDog Spa (Corralejo) – Tel: +34 928 53 29 61

• Mascotas Deluxe Fuerteventura – Pet products & luxury items.

Adoption

• Fuerteventura Dog Rescue – https://www.fuerteventuradogrescue.org

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Etiquette & Travel Tips

• Avoid peak sun (11 am–5 pm).

• Always clean up after your dog; carry bags and water.

• Respect signage at beaches and parks.

• Most cafés with outdoor seating will welcome pets.

• Use pet sunscreen for light-coated breeds.