Go barking mad for a Tenerife holiday with a dog

Why should you take your dog to Tenerife?

Tenerife is one of the best destinations for year-round sunshine. Even in the dead of winter, the Canary Islands are blessed with a mild, sunny climate - so if you want to get away from it all, there's no better place. Look for pet-friendly holiday lettings in Tenerife to ensure that no family members are left behind. You and your pet will both be rewarded: you'll find dog beaches, dog parks and some of the most memorable walking routes you've ever dreamed of. Plus, most restaurants and cafés will happily let your dog lounge on the terrace under your table while you enjoy a glass of wine and some delicious tapas.

Where are the best places to go for a walk around Tenerife?

Avid hikers tend to flock to Tenerife's Las Cañadas del Teide National Park. Mount Teide, its proud centrepiece, is a volcano that reaches 3,715m above sea level, making it the tallest mountain in all of Spain. It's better not to try to conquer it with your canine companion, as this is a very tough walk that takes about nine hours in total - far too much for a dog! However, the park is home to some of the best dog walks in Tenerife. In fact, there are dozens of trails that wind through the park, offering walks of all lengths. Even if you don't plan to reach the summit of Mount Teide, the park is well worth visiting, with its eerie volcanic landscape that feels like the surface of another planet. For something a little less otherworldly, head to Anaga Rural Park. This thickly wooded park has lots of tree coverage, so you'll have plenty of shade on hot days.