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dog intelligence test

Take the Mastorrencito IQ Test: 7 questions to find out if your dog solves problems, learns by watching, headbutts through it… or has you trained.

Who does your dog love more: you or them?

Does your dog love you or your partner more? Take this interactive test and find out who’s their favorite person — and what kind of bond they share with each of you.

dog pool rural guesthouse

More rural guesthouses are adding a separate pool for dogs. Here’s why we think that’s a mistake — and what dog owners really want.

dog-friendly hiking routes Girona

From the Camí de Ronda to Puig Neulós: 10 dog-friendly routes in Girona, from Blanes to Cadaqués. Distance, difficulty, food and swimming spots.

dog-friendly forests near Girona

Discover 7 dog-friendly forests near Girona: shade, distance and difficulty for every kind of dog, from calm seniors to trail runners.

why do dogs lick so much

Does your dog lick you nonstop? We explain what science says about dog licking (oxytocin, greeting, stress) and you can score it with our free online test.

Catalunya, la Comunidad Autónoma con más playas para perros.

Según datos actualizados a 2026, Cataluña lidera claramente con alrededor de 50 playas o zonas habilitadas para perros a lo largo de su costa. Comparación rápida (2026): Comunidad Autónoma Nº aproximado de playas para perros Notas destacadas Cataluña ~50 Líder absoluta. Muchas en Girona (Costa Brava) y Barcelona. Comunidad Valenciana 20-25+ Alicante es la provincia […]

5 dog-friendly hikes in Girona we always recommend

en ingles

Dos navarros en el Empordà. 28 años. Una familia. Un sueño.

Hay personas que entran en tu vida y sin que te des cuenta se convierten en parte de lo que eres. Andrés es una de ellas. Los dos somos navarros. Él de Los Arcos, yo de Pamplona. Los dos acabamos en el Empordà, cada uno con su masia, cada uno con su sueño, cada uno […]

Your dog isn’t as old as you think: the ×7 myth and what science actually says

Dog Years to Human Years: the Real Formula (+ Free Calculator) And yes, there’s a calculator at the end. With real data, not pub arithmetic. By Miguel Chordi · Mas Torrencito Pet Friendly · Parets d’Empordà, Girona, Catalonia I’ve been watching dogs walk through this door for over twenty years. Puppies that destroy the garden […]

🌿 Sustainability, wellbeing and a pet-friendly spirit at Mas Torrencito
At Mas Torrencito, we understand sustainability as something inseparable from the wellbeing of people… and their dogs. We live surrounded by nature and share our space with animals every day, so caring for the environment is not an option: it is part of our way of life.

For this reason, we are committed to a model of conscious, efficient and deeply pet-friendly rural tourism, where technology, respect for the environment and living alongside pets go hand in hand.

☀️ Solar energy produced on site

We have a photovoltaic installation consisting of:

🔹 72 solar panels
🔹 Individual panel power: 450 W
🔹 Total installed capacity: ~32.4 kWp

Thanks to the high level of solar radiation in the Empordà, this system allows an estimated annual production of between 50,000 and 55,000 kWh, covering a very significant part of the accommodation’s energy consumption.

➡️ A large part of the energy used to heat water, light the rooms and provide comfort for guests and pets is generated directly at the farmhouse.

🔋 Batteries to make the most of every ray of sunshine

Solar energy is complemented by an energy storage system with:

🔹 40 kWh in batteries
🔹 Use of surplus energy
🔹 Use of self-generated energy during the night

This allows us to:

reduce dependence on the grid,
minimise consumption peaks,
and ensure a more stable energy supply, even during periods of high occupancy (when dogs and people are enjoying themselves to the fullest 🐶😄).

🌡️ Efficient thermal comfort (aerothermal system)

The climate control at Mas Torrencito is provided by aerothermal technology, a highly efficient and environmentally friendly system that offers:

lower energy consumption,
reduced emissions,
stable and comfortable temperatures all year round.

Ideal for people to feel comfortable… and for dogs to sleep peacefully, without excessive heat or cold.

💧 Responsible water use

We use greywater recycling systems, reusing water from showers and washbasins for other non-potable purposes.

In a rural setting, every drop counts, especially when there are gardens, green areas and happy dogs running around.

♻️ Recycling and responsible waste management

We promote a conscious approach to waste management through:

selective waste separation,
reduction of plastics,
responsible use of cleaning products and consumables.

All with the aim of maintaining a clean, healthy and safe environment for people and pets.

🐾 Rural tourism with meaning (and with paw prints)

Mas Torrencito is:

a rural retreat where dogs are part of the family,
a project that cares for the natural environment,
and a place where sustainability and pet-friendly values are not labels, but a daily reality.

Because we believe there is no better rural tourism than one that respects nature… and those who enjoy it on four paws 🐕💚