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Etiqueta: tourism with pets

The 7-7-7 Rule for Rescue Dogs: What Nobody Tells You About Adoption Timeline

Golden retriever cachorro jugando en un salón destrozado con cojines rotos, plumas y relleno esparcidos por el suelo

It happens to me frequently. Someone arrives at Mas Torrencito with a recently adopted dog, eyes shining with hope but also with a touch of anxiety. They ask: «Is it normal that he’s still so scared? When will he finally feel at home?» If you’ve adopted a rescue dog, you’ve probably heard about the 7-7-7 […]

L@s amig@s by MasTorrencito

Ah… that word that is used so lightly. «Friend» is said too easily these days, as if it means nothing. You call a co-worker a friend, a longtime acquaintance, even someone with whom you’ve barely shared a chat. But that’s not friendship. It’s just a casual acquaintance or a circumstantial sympathy. True friendship is not […]

The day I convinced God to create dogs

Imagine a huge sky, with fluffy clouds like cotton candy. I, Miguel, owner of MasTorrencito, walk from one side to the other with my arms crossed. God, majestic but with a robe full of coffee stains, watches me with curiosity). Miguel: God, we have a serious problem. God: What happened again? What happened now? Did […]

The Escapist by MasTorrencito

The day before yesterday, Mastitwo decided that his life of comfort was no longer enough. He ran away. I have no idea where he got out; we checked every inch of the fence, every board, every possible gap. Nothing. Not a clue. But the strangest thing was how he came back: completely covered in what […]

My farewell letter… by MasTorrencito

Oh… I never imagined that writing this letter would be so complicated, perhaps the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life. How does one say goodbye to all that one has known and loved? How does one put into words a whole journey full of experiences, memories and affections? And yet, […]

The envelope under the mattress by MasTorrencito

If there is one thing I have learned at Mas Torrencito, it is that there are no normal days here. Extraordinary is routine, and that morning was no exception. The envelope under the mattress by MasTorrencito It was an ordinary Monday, one of those Mondays when the sun shyly enters through the windows and the […]

Chronicle of a Death Foretold by MasTorrencito

Because, let’s face it, we all know how this movie ends. We all do. No matter how much success we accumulate, how much noise we make or how much we try to ignore the subject, the end is immovable. Yes, friends: sooner or later, we all end up in a wooden box, transformed into ashes […]

My Manuela: A Miracle of Life

There are moments in life that mark us forever, experiences that transform us in a way that only those who have lived them can understand. Many would think that the figures that have the greatest impact on us are our parents, siblings, an inspiring teacher or even a famous person. But in my case, that […]

🌿 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 🐕💚