For some years now in Spain, many bars and restaurants have allowed pets, but... Where is there a social club for them where they can make new friends? There aren't many yet, but in Madrid and Barcelona, we can find some places to meet new ARISTOPETS and share new knowledge with their owners.
In Barcelona, the first social club is called Barkcelona. The owners, Gemma Celma and Mireia Company, built this first social club for dogs right in the heart of the city. On Aribau Street, you'll find the venue where love, affection, and fun are guaranteed. Vermouths, wine tastings, or birthdays can be celebrated, and always with the option to bring your pet. Cupcakes, bone-shaped treats, and dog cakes are favorites among both owners and dogs.
At the association La Madriguera del Lobo in Madrid, you'll find another type of social club that is very much needed. With a pool, this center allows dogs to practice sports, as well as meet other animals of different breeds. Both dogs and owners have fun, as ARISTOPETERS can chat with each other afterward and enjoy the countryside, while ARISTODOGS exercise together in nature.
Have you heard of cat cafes? In Madrid, Alicante, and Seville, there are also social clubs for your favorite felines. Cat cafes are more than just a place to have coffee and be with your pet; they also allow you to meet other owners, share tips, and for cats to make new friends.
La Gatoteca in Madrid is one of the most popular, where cats can move freely and have places to play together. Cat Relax Alicante is another center where owners can have coffee and also adopt cats.
When traveling with pets to other countries, we would also like to visit social clubs to see how they are educated and treated. In New York, there is the most famous dog club, called Lucky Dog. If you love beer and like the pet-friendly concept, this bar is perfect for you and your pet.
Being able to have tea with your pet, and in London, is the dream of many ARISTOPARENTS. Lady Dinah's is the first social club where you can enjoy the tea ritual with friends and felines. Located in the Bethnal Green neighborhood, this social club opened two years ago and there are queues every day to get in. General admission is 7.70 euros, as this money is entirely dedicated to the care of the felines in the premises and also to associations.
In all these places, there are also workshops and events to gain new experiences and share common interests with other owners. Cooking workshops for dog food, birthday events, or outdoor activities are some of the options offered by these social clubs. Currently, there aren't many in Spain, but the pet-friendly concept is becoming more and more established.
Don't miss these social clubs to enjoy every moment with your pet and live the experience!