The Project Toscana Pet Friendly was born on December 11, 2014. The launch event, opened by Sara Nocentini, Councilor of Tourism of the Region of Tuscany, has involved different personalities of the ” Pet Friendly” world as associates, supporters and potential new partners. They have discussed about the importance of creating a tourist offer for […]
Read More...The health benefits dogs add to our lives
It is already known dogs improve our quality of life. But have you ever wonder how do they do it? Through the course of history, dogs have evolved becoming humans “best friends”, learning how to understand our behaviors, tone of voice and gestures. They become loyal and very helpful to us. The relationship among humans and […]
Read More...6 tips to protect your dog in the heat
When temperatures are excessively high, we should take some precautions to prevent heat-related illness. Below are a few tips you should take in mind when traveling: 1. Find shade So long as temperatures are very high, stay out of the sun. Always wear sunscreen and light clothing. Keep your dog also under shade or choose to […]
Read More...Introducing a dog to water
Most dogs are real swimmers and love to soak. However, the impact with water can be more or less pleasant depending on the dog breed and context as well. Dogs have to be introduced to water gradually and without forcing them, since the very first baths. When on the beach, it is important to respect the rules […]
Read More...Visit Tuscany with your dog!
Winter is finally over. The sun is now shining and temperatures are becoming higher and higher: it’s time to start thinking what to do to relax and enjoy the holidays with our four-legged friends. Going to the beach is surely the best option if we are “traditional” and we believe “summer” is a synonym of […]
Read More...SPA treatments for dogs
Wouldn’t it be amazing to be allowed in a wellness center with our canine companion? In the US is now very common to see Wellness Centers allowing dogs in. If you are Italian, it might sound weird to you but after reading this article, you might have to change mind. According to a number of […]
Read More...Toscana Pet Friendly Project
Tourism in Tuscany is finally dog-oriented thanks to Toscana Pet Friendly, a project aiming not only to create a tourism offer for those who want to bring their dogs along on vacation, but also to promote a new model of hospitality, more conscious and sustainable, in order to get closer to European standards. Knowing how strong the […]
Read More...Get ready: dog paperwork and precautions
Before going on vacation with your four-legged friend, you should take some simple precautions to ensure your holiday goes smoothly. Do not forget at home your dog’s paperwork, like passport (even if in Italy it’s not mandatory), health card, canine registry etc. It is always useful to have them with you. If your dog doesn’t have a medal, […]
Read More...Fido on vacation: tips to avoid stress
Leave for vacation might be stressing for our Fido if we are not adequately prepared. Our four-legged friend will be a real traveler, which is why we should always keep in mind his particular needs and requirements. First of all, before departure we have to ensure our dog’s health is fine, in order to prevent […]
Read More...A day at the beach: tips to protect your dog
Holidays, sea, relax and dogs are a perfect combination to regenerate the spirit! However, if we want to bring our four-legged friend to the beach, we should take into consideration that our dog’s needs are different than ours. Most dogs love the beach but a few of them are not used to deal with high […]
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