Warning to Dog Owners

If you bring your dog to Zihua, do not expect to enjoy walking on the beach with your furry companion. Only if (1) your dog is a registered service dog and (2) you follow all the procedures required to receive a certification from the Muncipal government will your dog be allowed on Playa La Ropa or La Madera. Some people get around this by walking or running the beach in the early morning, before the "regulators" come to work. In our experience on Playa la Ropa, this can be any time between 8:30 - 10:00. If one of these people sees you on the beach with your dog, you will be stopped, harassed, and even threatened with having your dog taken from you.

I have a hearing disability and I have a card stating my dog is a service dog. I will be coming to. Zihuatenejo for three months in January. Please tell me what the procedure is to get her registered so she can accompany me. Thanks.