Join me on this journey as we sniff out the best dog-friendly places in Barbados. But before we dive into this treasure trove of tail-wagging destinations, a quick woof: I’ll be updating this list regularly, fingers crossed for more places to roll out the welcome mat for our furry friends. If you’ve got a hidden gem up your sleeve, don’t be shy—share the woof!
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Now, let’s have an honest chat about the local dog scene. Barbados, admittedly, isn’t the most pet-friendly place, especially when compared to the dog-loving atmospheres in the US, Canada, and Europe. Many Bajans are still getting used to the idea of dogs in public spaces, so get ready for some curious glances.
While a passionate community is working hard to change the narrative, it’s crucial to set expectations. Here are a few tips to navigate the Barbadian doggy domain:
Respect Personal Space: Not everyone is accustomed to canine companionship in public places. Keep your dog close, and let curious souls approach you.
Kids and Canines: Kids might get excited, and that’s okay! Keep an eye on them and guide their interactions with your furry friend.
No Solo Adventures: Unlike other places, it’s not recommended to leave your dog unattended, even for a quick supermarket run.
Doggy Introductions: Not all dogs are social butterflies. Always check with fellow dog owners before letting your pets mingle.
Discover the Pawsome Hotspots (in a Randomly Pawsome Order):
Dreadhop Brewery
The Restaurant at the Animal Flower Cave
Always Summer (located in Limegrove Lifestyle Centre)
Limegrove Lifestyle Centre
Brighton Farmer’s Market
Hunte’s Gardens
La Cabane and La Cabane South
Surfer’s Bay
Artsplash Cafe
Sage Cafe Bistro
Copacabana (on the beach)
Sea Shed (On the beach)
Ju Ju’s beach bar (on the beach)
Coco Hill Forest
Hikes with Canine Camp Barbados
Barbados Cruising Club (On the beach)
Ocean Acres Animal Sanctuary
Worthing Square
Outpost (on the beach)
Lobster Alive (on the beach)
Holder’s Farmers Market
PEG Farm and Nature Reserve
Flower Forest Barbados
Welchman Hall Gully
Baby Doll Restaurant on Hastings Board Walk (Mindful of dog-friendliness)
Drift Ocean Terrace Lounge
The Park Cafe, Peronne Village
Any more hidden doggy treasures in Barbados? Woof them my way!
Consider lending your support to these paw-some animal rights and welfare groups in Barbados:
Barbados RSPCA
Ocean Acres Animal Sanctuary
ROAR – Respect Our Animal Rights
The Barbados Sea Turtle Project
Animal Talk Magazine
The African Green Monkey Project (Planting fruit trees across the island)
Woodbourne Kennels
K9 Friends Barbados
The HORSE Charity Barbados
The Ark Animal Welfare Society
Action For Animals Barbados (Petitions for animal rights in Barbados)
Ready to explore Barbados with your four-legged friend? Let’s make it an adventure to remember! 🐾
