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
The capital of the island state of Tasmania, Hobart is a charming city to visit, plus an ideal base for many day trips across southern Tasmania. Find out about the best dog-friendly attractions to visit with your dog, plus where to stay and dine. Are Dogs Allowed at Salamanca Market? One of the most popular … Read more
If you don’t travel to Tasmania with your own caravan or campervan, it can be tricky to find pet-friendly accommodation. There are only a small number of caravan parks that have cabins where pets are allowed, plus other cabins scattered throughout the countryside. To help you out, I’ve put together a list of some of … 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
Launceston, the second largest city in Tasmania, lies on the banks of the Tamar River in the north of the island. While there aren’t many dog-friendly sightseeing options within the city itself, there’s plenty of fun dog-friendly things to do in the surrounding countryside. Read on to find out more about what to do, plus … Read more