Trusted pet care in Valencia
Vets, dog walkers, trainers and groomers operating in Valencia for your dog or cat, plus a country-specific pet import guide for UK, US, Australian, and Irish residents.
Bringing Your Pet to Spain
The rules differ significantly depending on your country of origin. Post-Brexit UK rules, US APHIS endorsements, and Australian biosecurity requirements each have their own timeline and documentation chain.
Read the full step-by-step pet relocation guideUnited Kingdom 🇬🇧
- EU Pet Passport no longer works post-Brexit - you need an Animal Health Certificate.
- The AHC must be issued by an Official Veterinarian no more than 10 days before travel.
- A microchip is required and the rabies vaccination must be recorded.
- No waiting period is required if the rabies vaccination is current.
United States 🇺🇸
- A USDA-endorsed health certificate is required.
- Rabies vaccination must be recorded by a licensed vet.
- USDA APHIS endorsement is required and can take 2-4 weeks.
- Some airlines request extra documentation, so verify requirements 90 days ahead.
Australia 🇦🇺
- Australia is on the EU list of recognised non-EU countries, so a pet dog or cat needs no rabies titer test.
- Microchip first, then a rabies vaccination given at least 21 days before travel.
- An EU health certificate issued within 10 days of travel and endorsed by the Australian Department of Agriculture is required.
Ireland 🇮🇪
- Ireland is part of the EU, so an EU Pet Passport is valid.
- The microchip must comply with ISO 11784/11785.
- Rabies vaccination must be administered after microchipping.
- Dogs travelling to Ireland from Spain need tapeworm treatment.
Need help with your pet's paperwork?
Our relocation team coordinates with Official Veterinarians and handles the paperwork chain for you so your pet arrives without delays or rejections.
Vets and Pet Care in Valencia
Independent pet care businesses operating in Valencia. Language support varies by provider - check each listing.
Upendi Clinica Veterinaria
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic. Based in Eixample, Valencia.
Clinica Vivaria
Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic. Based in La Saidia, Valencia.
Petluditos
Dog Walking & Pet Sitting
Dog Walking & Pet Sitting. Based in Valencia (citywide).
Walking Dogs
Dog Training
Dog Training. Based in Valencia (citywide).
Dogue Estilismo Canino
Dog Grooming
Dog Grooming. Based in Campanar, Valencia.
Vite Vite Dog
Pet Grooming & Pet Shop
Pet Grooming & Pet Shop. Based in Valencia.
Best Pet-Friendly Spots in Valencia
Valencia is one of Spain's most pet-friendly cities. Here are the best places to enjoy with your companion.
Turia Gardens
A 9 km green river park and the go-to for daily walks, off-leash meetups, and morning exercise.
Pinedo Beach Dog Zone
Valencia's designated dog beach, open to dogs during the summer bathing season, when the main city beaches are closed to them.
Malvarrosa Promenade
Best for early-morning leash walks and long sunrise runs with your dog.
Parque de Benicalap
Large neighborhood park with a dedicated dog enclosure for off-leash play.
Need a Vet in Valencia?
From finding an English-speaking vet to coordinating your pet's travel documents - we've got you covered.