Taking your dog to the beach
Holidays in Zeeland with your dog
Just open your window when you drive into Zeeland and breathe in the fresh sea air! A sure sign you’re almost there is when the dog starts to sniff the air and wag its tail. Spending a holiday with your dog in Zeeland means endless beach walks and hours of fun. And there are plenty of dog-friendly beach pavilions waiting to give you a welcome too. All of Zeeland’s towns and villages have areas set aside where dogs can run free off the leash.
Long walk with the dog
Dogs like nothing better than being in the Great Outdoors: in the woods, on the beach and in the dunes, you name it, your four-legged friend just loves a good runaround! And a happy dog is a healthy dog! In Zeeland, there are several nature reserves where you can walk your dog. Likewise, there are many places where you can let your dog off the leash. With their wide, open expanses, the beaches offer endless fun for you and your dog, as well as the prospect of a dip in the sea. Just make sure first you know where and when your dog needs to be on the leash. Check out the dog-friendly beaches here.
The Westerschouwen forest reserve is the perfect place for dogs to scamper, chase each other around and enjoy the outdoors. The strip behind the camping ground between edge of the forest and the bridleway on Adriaan van der Weijdeweg near Westerschouwen is an off-leash zone. In other areas of the forest, dogs must be on the leash. In the Krekengebied in Ouwerkerk, dogs can be let off the leash north of Baalpapenweg.
If you want to rest awhile along the way or enjoy some food after an energetic day, you’ll want to take the dog with you. Dogs are made welcome in many bars and restaurants, often on the outdoor terrace and sometimes inside too. Check beforehand whether bars and restaurants are happy to welcome dogs.
Dog-friendly accommodation in Zeeland
Why have the worry of dog-sitters or kennels when you can take the dog with you on holiday? A place near the sea is just ideal for you and your dog, for example, for taking early morning dips in the sea. Whether you’re taking a tent with you or looking for a luxury hotel, there’s a myriad of options. For instance, Grand Hotel Ter Duin, Roompot Hof Domburg and Port Greve holiday park all take dogs. At the bottom of the page, we have listed other accommodation where you and your four-legged companion can spend the night.
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Practical information for you and your dog
It can happen in a flash if you're not paying attention: your dog snatches at something sharp in the undergrowth. Or it contracts a virus or gets a nasty tick bite. You might need the help of professional. Here you can find the names and addresses of veterinary practices in Zeeland.