Dog-friendly and Sydney aren’t two things that usually go together. Much as I love my home city of Sydney in Australia, it’s not especially dog-friendly, whether that’s finding accommodation, catching transport or dining out. But, if you know where to look, there are still some great options for both locals and visitors with dogs. So, I … Read more
Unfortunately, the Snowy Mountains in the high country of NSW is not the most dog-friendly destination. With most of the ski fields and attractions situated within the Kosciuszko National Park, there aren’t many places that dogs can visit. However, it’s still possible to stay in Jindabyne or just outside the national park with your pup, … Read more
Newcastle and the surrounding region is home to many beautiful beaches, and luckily there are some great off-leash beaches to take your dog to. Whether you’re looking for ocean beaches, harbour beaches or lake beaches, check out these dog-friendly beaches in the Newcastle region. Looking for more things to do with your dog in Newcastle? … Read more
A fun adventure to enjoy with your dog is going for a bushwalk. Unfortunately though, in NSW most popular bushwalks are off limits to dogs, as they’re located in national parks or other reserves that prohibit dogs. To help you out, I’ve put together this list of dog-friendly bushwalks in NSW that I’ve discovered, many … Read more
If you’re looking for a fun walk to enjoy with your dog, there’s plenty of great dog-friendly walks along the coast of NSW. Whether you and your dog would prefer a gentle stroll along a scenic boardwalk or a longer hike that will take all day long, check out these coastal walks in NSW, scattered … Read more
While a large number of caravan parks in NSW allow pets to stay with you, especially outside of peak times, there are some caravan parks in NSW that are truly dog-friendly, and worthwhile hunting out if you are travelling with your dog in NSW. These caravan parks truly treat your dog as a guest of … 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
Just 90 minutes west of the Sydney CBD, the Blue Mountains region of NSW is a convenient and beautiful destination for a weekend getaway from Sydney. While many locations within the national park are off limits to dogs, find out about the many dog-friendly Blue Mountains lookouts, hikes, gardens and more you can enjoy with … Read more
Just over two hours drive from Sydney, it’s quick and easy to head to the Hunter Valley in NSW, whether just for the day or for a weekend. But don’t think that your dog needs to miss out on the fun. Here’s lots of tips on everything from dog-friendly wineries to dog-friendly accommodation, so that … Read more
My favourite Australian wine town is Mudgee. Just under 3 1/2 hours drive west of Sydney, it’s close enough for a weekend trip, but far enough away to be a true Australian country town, with old-fashioned streets wide enough for turning a horse and cart. Best of all, it’s a great dog-friendly destination in NSW. Read … Read more