On holiday with your dog
Dog comes too
No need for kennels or dog-sitters: your dog comes along too. It’s ideal to stay near the coastline, then the morning walk includes some splashing in the sea. Whether your dog is with you in the tent, or in a fancy hotel, everyone is happy.
Beach
For dog lovers, almost nothing beats a walk on the beach while your best friend cavorts away with others, or chases that ball. There’s room for you all on just about every beach. Check the notice boards at access points for details of where and when.
Nature
That one thing better than a beach? It’s open nature. Their ears pricked up, nose on high alert, eyes open and intense. That’s what dogs do. Especially when off the leash, free to roam in the woods. Zeeland has loads of nature areas where dogs are welcome. In some areas, you can even let them free.
Supping: a people-dog partnership
A 21st-century pastime, supping. It’s just like it’s been made for dogs. Go together on a stand-up paddle board, and try to keep your balance. Not easy, with six feet! In Ouddorp, the friendly wacky folks at SurfKaravan give surf lessons for dogs. It’s a hoot.
Pool
On its last day of the season, the Honte open air pool in Kloosterzande lets dogs take a plunge in the pools, play on the grass. Very smart! Fido-friendly these people are. Run free, romp free, splash free, Rover!
Practicalities: Oh oh.
Your four-footed friend might snag something sharp. Maybe get a virus, or an inflamed sore. It happens. Need professional help? Here’s where to get assistance from a vet in Zeeland. Make a note of it.