Throughout much of the world, pets such as dogs are allowed on public transport. But what is the situation in Australia – are pets allowed on public transport in Australia? In Australia, public transport is looked after by the state governments. This means the rules stating whether pets are permitted on board differs between each … Read more
Located just inside the tropics, Exmouth is a popular holiday destination in Western Australia, especially during the winter months, when its balmy temperatures and brilliant blue skies beckon holiday makers from further south, not to mention the allure of swimming with whale sharks. But what about if you are visiting Exmouth with a dog? Find … Read more
Created in conjunction with Eukunuba Nothing ignites the soul like a weekend getaway, a staycation in your own state or a cosy family hideaway to your favourite coastal town. And the first step when you have a four-legged family member is to find the perfect, dog-friendly Airbnb. Continue reading to discover our go-to bucket list … Read more
Just because you want to go on holiday with your dog, shouldn’t have to mean that you have to forsake staying somewhere stylish. If you’re looking for hotels along the NSW coast that are both stylish and pet-friendly, check out these options, stretching from the Far North Coast down to the South Coast. 1. The … Read more
The Yarra Valley is a beautiful wine-growing region just outside of Melbourne. And a visit to the area doesn’t mean that you need to leave your dog behind. I share with you my tips on the best dog-friendly options in the Yarra Valley, from which wineries allow dogs to where to stay overnight, and even … Read more
If you’re looking for somewhere to head along the NSW coast with plenty of dog-friendly beaches, look no further than Batemans Bay! Along the stretch of coastline north and south of the town, from South Durras to the Moruya River, there’s twelve 24-hour off-leash beaches, plus plenty more timeshare options. With a wide range of … Read more
While travelling around Europe with my dog during 2017 and 2018, I read numerous reports about how expensive it would be to fly a dog to Australia, something we were planning to eventually do when we returned home in late 2018. The dogs I read about were various sizes, plus were flying from different parts … Read more
One of the downsides of travelling to Australia with your dog (or living in Australia and travelling overseas with a dog), is quarantine. Unless you’re travelling from Norfolk Island or New Zealand (a pretty short list!) your dog is required to stay in quarantine when it enters Australia. I was pretty anxious about my dog’s … Read more
The process of importing a dog to Australia is one of the most complex in the world, involving multiple tests as well as a stay in quarantine. Due to this, the cost of bringing a dog to Australia is quite expensive. But what are the costs involved and what is the likely total? I share … Read more
Taking your dog overseas for the first time can be quite daunting. This was especially so when my husband and I first took our dog, Schnitzel, overseas from Australia to Europe in February 2017. We had no experience at travelling with our dog, let along flying him to the other side of the world and … Read more