When I recently visited Canberra with my dog, I was surprised by how dog-friendly the city is. Sure, I didn’t try and take my dog inside of parliament house or the many museums that pepper the city. But there’s so many dog-friendly things to do, not to mention dog-friendly hotels. If you’re visiting Canberra with … Read more
There’s nothing more relaxing than getting out on the water on a boat cruise, especially when the sun is shining and the commentary is entertaining. But just because you have a dog, doesn’t mean that you should miss out. I’ve uncovered eight dog-friendly boat cruises around Australia, many that I’ve personally taken with my dog. … Read more
Just over 4-hours drive north of Sydney, Port Macquarie is a beautiful coastal holiday town in NSW with lots to do. While some of the popular sightseeing options are off limits if you have a dog, I share with you the best dog-friendly sightseeing options in Port Macquarie, from off-leash beaches to dog-friendly walks, along … Read more
Just a short two hour drive north of Sydney along the NSW coast, the city of Newcastle has plenty of fun options for those visiting with a dog, from dog-friendly beaches to waterside walks to terrific off-leash dog parks. Find out more about what it’s like to visit Newcastle with a dog… Dog-Friendly Sightseeing in … Read more
Just over one hour southwest of the centre of Sydney, it’s not long after leaving behind the sprawling suburbs that you’ll arrive at the start of the Southern Highlands region. Home to country estates, historic villages and cool-climate vineyards, it’s perfect for a weekend away from Sydney. Centred around the towns of Bowral and Moss … Read more
A weekend away with your pup probably isn’t the first thing that springs to mind when you think of Daylesford and the surrounding region, best known for the luxurious combination of spas and fine dining. However, while the region isn’t the most dog-friendly one, there’s still plenty of dog-friendly options around Daylesford in Victoria, from … Read more
While many caravan parks in Australia permit dogs to stay at them, not surprisingly nearly all of them require that dogs stay on a leash in the park. However, at an increasing number of parks, dogs are allowed off-leash in part of the park, namely in their onsite off-leash dog park. Having a fenced off-leash … Read more
About two hours south of Cairns, the Mission Beach area contains gorgeous tropical beaches and lush rainforest, the perfect destination for relaxation in Queensland. But is there much to do with a dog? Find out about dog-friendly walks to do in the area and some sightseeing options nearby, plus dog-friendly accommodation and dining in Mission … Read more
Looking for ideas for a fun day out around Brisbane with your dog? Whether you want to head to the beaches or the mountains, visit the Gold Coast, the Sunny Coast or stay closer to home, I’ve got plenty of ideas for fun day trips to do with your dog, all within 2 hours of … Read more
Looking for something fun to do with your dog around Adelaide? I’ve put together this long list of dog-friendly day trip ideas, both in Adelaide plus within an hour or two’s drive. From dog-friendly beaches and restaurants, through to some more adventurous ideas, find inspiration for your next dog-friendly day out… #1 Head to Glenelg … Read more