The twin cities of Albury and Wodonga lie on either side of the NSW and Victorian borders, separated by the Murray River. Situated along the busy Hume Highway, many visitors to the cities are just passing through. However, with plenty of dog-friendly attractions, from walks to museums to breweries to explore, these twin cities deserve … Read more
Under 90 minutes from the centre of Sydney, Bowral is the perfect destination for a dog-friendly weekend away in the countryside with your pup. Fortunately then, one of the finest properties around, Peppers Craigieburn Bowral, now offers pet-friendly rooms. Located in a 19th century homestead that was long ago converted into a sprawling guesthouse, Peppers … Read more
Looking for a fun day out with your dog around Sydney? No matter what you’re after, from dog-friendly walks to off-leash beaches to awesome dog-friendly cafes and even some unexpected surprises, I’ve got you covered with plenty of ideas for dog-friendly day trips around Sydney. All these ideas are located within a two hour drive … 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
When I 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 a … Read more
As anyone knows who has driven the Hume Highway between Sydney and Melbourne, while it’s a good quality divided highway the entire way, driving along the Hume makes for a long boring day (or two). Pity your poor pup then, if you’re driving the Hume Highway with a dog. To liven up your journey and … Read more
A charming town situated in the foothills of the Snowy Mountains in southern NSW, Tumut is well-known as an outdoor activity destination, particularly for its fly-fishing. But what’s it like to visit Tumut with a dog? Find out what you can get up to with your dog at your side, plus tips on where to … Read more
The delightful small town of Bilpin is located in the Blue Mountains, to the north of Katoomba along the Bells Line of Road. Best known for its many fruit orchards, in particular apple orchards, the surrounding area is also home to many cool climate gardens. Find out what you can do when visiting Bilpin with … Read more
Come Spring or Autumn, there’s nothing more delightful than visiting one of the many wonderful gardens located around New South Wales. However, despite being located outdoors, and you’d think a great dog-friendly place to visit, many gardens located in NSW don’t allow pet dogs on their grounds. To help you out, I’ve dug out some … Read more
Canberra is a wonderfully dog-friendly city to visit, with a long list of attractions that you can visit with your dog. But if you’re visiting during the cooler months of the year, you’ll want to make sure you have somewhere comfortable to stay, with nighttime temperatures often falling below zero. On my recent visit to … Read more