When you think of the Flinders Ranges, you probably think of the national park that surrounds Wilpena Pound. However, this beautiful region in Outback South Australia is more than just the national park, and there’s plenty of dog-friendly options on offer in this region. For this article, I’ll be concentrating on the options around Hawker, … Read more
Echuca is a wonderfully dog-friendly destination to visit in the state of Victoria. With a whole list of dog-friendly recommendations from the local tourism board, there’s no shortage of things to do with your pup in this historic town on the Murray River. In particular, after the devastating floods of 2022 (which luckily didn’t damage … Read more
Thanks to being an island state, Tasmania is the hardest part of Australia to travel to with a dog. While flying is a popular option for many visitors, flying in Australia with a dog is not so simple. Instead, the most common option for travelling to Tasmania with a dog is to take the ferry … Read more
Looking for a great dog-friendly getaway from Brisbane? There’s plenty of options available, whether you’re want to head to the beach, go hiking in the hills, taste some of the only wines produced in Queensland, or enjoy a festival of flowers. All of these destinations are under a 3 hour drive from the centre of … Read more
Looking for a great dog-friendly getaway from Melbourne? There’s plenty of options available nearby in Victoria, whether you want a coastal escape, to visit cellar doors, explore an historic town or enjoy the great outdoors. All of these destinations are under a 3 hour drive from the centre of Melbourne, with many of them even … Read more
In early 2020 I visited Tasmania, the southernmost island state of Australia, for the first time in many years. Unfortunately, I made the decision early on to leave my dog, Schnitzel, behind. It was only a quick trip and many of the key places we wanted to visit didn’t allow dogs (such as national parks). … Read more
While the Northern Territory isn’t home to that many fenced dog parks (or dog parks in general), there are still some excellent examples. Whether you’re visiting the Top End or heading to Alice Springs, these are some of the great fenced dog parks in the Northern Territory. #1 Marlow Lagoon Dog Park, Palmerston One of … Read more
The city of Rockhampton is located not far from the coast in Central Queensland, around 650km north of Brisbane. Located on the banks of the Fitzroy River, it has long been known as a centre of beef production. But if you’re passing through Rockhampton while travelling in Queensland with a dog, what is there to … Read more
Although just a one hour drive north of Cairns, the resort town of Port Douglas in Queensland is deserving of more than just a day trip. There’s plenty of things to do in Port Douglas, including if you’re visiting with a dog. Find out about the best dog-friendly sightseeing ideas, including off-leash beaches, plus where … Read more
The city of Geraldton is located a 4.5 hour drive north of Perth on the coast of Western Australia. About the last outpost before the Outback truly begins as you head further north, it’s a relaxing spot to stop while on a road trip, with plenty of facilities on offer. Find out what to do … Read more