Dog Beach Santa Pola

SANTA POLA’S new dog beach will be officially open to pooches from Sunday 1st May with dog owners urged to clear up after their pets.

Mercedes Landa, Councillor for the beaches in Santa Pola, this week officially announced date of the opening of the canine facility.The politician met with the local police officers at the site earlier this week, and while some work still needs to be done, preparations are in hand.Local school children have been asked to name the beach, which will be chosen before the official opening. The current favourite appears to be ‘Playa Guau Guau’ – or in English Beach Woof Woof.And prior to the opening, the council will be installing amenities such as new car parking and information boards, as well as at least 10 bins for the deposit of dog waste.There will also be staff on patrol to ensure owners act responsibly by clearing up after their pets. Checks will be made to monitor animals are correctly micro chipped and have up to date immunisation.In addition, the beach will undergo a daily clean, together with a thorough monthly inspection ‘deep clean’ to protect public health.