THE DOGS FROLICS

Pembrokeshire really is the perfect playground for dogs. With most beaches offering access all year and plenty of wide open spaces, it's no wonder we alone welcome over 4000 dogs for their well deserved holidays every year.

If you're lucky enough to be a dog owner, you'll surely know the simple joy of watching your beloved furry friend realise they're off to the beach and then completely lose control of their tails as they bolt for the sea.

So when you factor in the incredible variety of beaches dotted along the 186 miles of coast, your pets will be utterly spoilt for choice. From long, sandy stretches perfect for Frisbee and games of fetch, to small and secluded shingle coves perfect for your pups first beach experience. Both you and your dog are in for some epic beach days.

It's not all about the beaches though. Pembrokeshire has a range of wide open spaces, hundreds of miles of trails and a number of woodlands for your pet to discover. Furthermore, many local attractions and eateries not just welcome dogs, but can't wait to greet your pets.

Many of our team are dogowners, or should that read dog-owned? We all know who wears the trousers in a doghuman relationship. Anyway, we recently got together to create a shortlist of our dogs' best-loved walks in the district so we could share this knowledge with you. From one dog’s human pet to another, we hope this new inspiration results in muddy paws and memories to cherish for years to come.

Our Sandy, prefers the cobbled town of Tenby, only when it involves a quick jaunt down to the sand mind! No walk is complete until this spaniel has felt a fresh sea breeze on the ears and if yours is the same, good luck heading home without a walk on North Beach.

Dolly the cockapoo adores the pretty mix of coast and woodland from Stepaside to Saundersfoot that also runs through the old railway tunnels. The best thing? A doggie ice cream from Periwinkle Tearoom before returning back to the car.

Springer spaniel Reggie comes with plenty of energy so the best walk to wear him out is the one that takes you around St Davids Head to the top of Carn Llidi. If by chance he still has some energy by the time we’ve descended, it’s a quick trip to Whitesands Beach below for a paddle.

Venture inland to the lesser-travelled Treffgarne Rock and Gorge for far-reaching rural views towards the Preseli Hills and the coast to try out Cabbage the cockapoo’s favourite stroll, or head to Lawrenny for Stanley the dachshund’s beloved waterside walk along the banks of the estuary.

Find out more about each of these dog walks and why our best friends love them so on our website, just click Inspire Me and then Dogs, where you can find full details along with other inspiration on how to have the best dog friendly holiday in Pembrokeshire.

Onthe outskirts of the coastal parish of Trefin, you will find Llain Gwynfor. Welcoming up to 8 guests, this fabulous home-from-home is a fantastic choice for family holidays and dog friendly summer breaks, but don’t overlook this one as a potential for your next short break in Pembrokeshire either.

Step inside and you might be surprised to discover a spacious and stylish interior with sea views across the fields. The open-plan living space is the heart of the home with bespoke kitchen, large comfy sofas and unusual corner woodburning stove; arches lead through to a dining room. Pull back the triple bi-fold doors for an outdoors-indoors space running through to the paved terrace (with barbecue and chiminea) sloping up to a lawn.

Make the most of these spaces along with the second lounge and games table in the outdoor shed, also available to use for storage, and you’ll have plenty of room for the whole party.

So where to explore further afield? Amble on down to Aberfelin Cove for rock pooling and bathing, mooch over to Abercastle for softer sands and head to Abereiddy for a dip in the Blue Lagoon. Dine out at the local Ship Inn pub (dog friendly) or jump aboard the Strumble Shuttle bus with your pup and ride into St Davids for further activities and amenities.

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