One of the toughest things about bringing a dog to Australia is that most dogs need to be quarantined on arrival for multiple days. Like all dog parents, I was anxious about the thought of my dog spending time in quarantine when we returned home to Australia, after living overseas. So it’s natural to wonder, … Read more
Lorne is of the most popular towns along the Great Ocean Road in southern Victoria. Just a two hour drive southwest of Melbourne, it’s a great destination for a weekend away with your dog, or a must-visit spot when driving along the Great Ocean Road. Find out what you can do when visiting Lorne with … Read more
The largest town in the centre of Australia and an essential stopping point when driving between Adelaide and Darwin, unfortunately Alice Springs isn’t that dog-friendly a destination to visit. Find out what you can do with your dog, plus pet-friendly places to stay. Dog-Friendly Sightseeing in Alice Springs The majority of the attractions around Alice … Read more
For a different kind of holiday, have you ever considered hiring a houseboat? Houseboats are available for hire in many places round Australia, and quite often there’s dog-friendly houseboats available. So, for a fun holiday on the water with you pup, check out these options. And don’t miss my tips on dog etiquette on houseboats. … Read more
One of the most renown wine growing regions in South Australia, the Barossa Valley is also only an hour’s drive from Adelaide, making it perfect for an easy weekend getaway or even a day trip. If you’re planning on visiting the Barossa Valley with your dog, find out about the many dog-friendly options available, from … Read more
Before you head off travelling with your dog, or relocate with them across the world, you likely have a long list of preparation steps. Steps such as checking their rabies vaccination, getting a health certificate and researching pet-friendly transport options. But there’s one extra step you may require or should consider: a rabies titre test … Read more
Whether you’re driving from Sydney to Queensland or to one of the many other popular holiday destinations along the NSW North Coast, you’ll likely to be driving along the Pacific Highway. And while recent upgrades have reduced driving times, it’s still a long 10 hour drive from Sydney to Brisbane (without holiday traffic!) If your … Read more
The historic towns of Berry and Kangaroo Valley on the South Coast of NSW are just two hours south of Sydney and perfect for a country weekend away. While Berry is a traditional farming town now home to plenty of cafes and homeware shops, nearby Kangaroo Valley is tucked away into the rainforest, and claims … Read more
Less than two hours south of Sydney, the coastal region around Kiama and Gerringong is perfect for a quick getaway from Sydney. With beautiful beaches, rolling green countryside and some spectacular natural scenery, it has plenty on offer, including lots of dog-friendly options. Read on to find out about my recommendations for a dog-friendly getaway … Read more
While many visitors head to the Margaret River region for its fine wines, the region is also renown for its surfing beaches. And there’s no need to skip heading to the beach with your dog when visiting, with plenty of great dog-friendly beaches throughout the Margaret River region to choose from. Prevelly Beach North, Prevelly … Read more