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When it comes to some of the top dog behaviour problems trainers are called in to help with, Erin Williams from Beyond Dog Training in Sydney and speaker at this year's Sydney The Pet Show shares her top three, plus some key tips to help. 1. Over-arousal When it comes to top dog behaviour problems, when a dog remains in a state of over-arousal, things...

Anyone that loves to take their dog out and about with them, one of the struggles can be transporting them if you are catching public transport.  To help, the Uber Pet service launched in 2020, which allows riders to match with a driver-partner willing to transport their fur friend too. Since launching this , the Uber rideshare service has seen a 79% increase in pet...

There are countless dog friendly parks in Sydney including great parks, reserves and beaches where your furry friend is as welcome as you are!  Here's just a few of the many parks to visit while in town. 1. Sydney Park Located at the end of King St at the margins of the inner west, this sprawling park has the largest off-leash area in the city,...

When getting away with your dog for a weekend road trip it helps to know some of the best dog friendly cafes and restaurants around Australia like @Pepsi_the_frenchbulldog. (Pictured) Why not spoilt the pup to a boujee lunch at a dog-friendly winery in Surry Hills, who have a dedicated ‘dog menu’, or treat your four-legged pal to a ‘puppucino’ at one of the country’s many...

Outside of Port Philip Bay, Warrnambool is Victoria’s largest coastal city, but you could be forgiven for thinking it’s just a sleepy little town. It’s a quiet, pretty and historic place with a lot more happening than you’d expect and it is a great place to head to if caravan or camping with your dog. There’s a thriving public art scene in Warrnambool and it’s...

Castlemaine combines the homely feel of a country town, with the convenience you get in the city. There’s something for everyone here and is an awesome location to head to on a caravan and camping holiday or road trip in Victoria. Where to stay when caravanning in Castlemaine Dogs and cats are now welcome at the BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park. Dogs & cats are welcome to...

In episode 4 of Pooches at Play Series 4, we head to the pet-friendly town of Ballarat in regional Victoria, which leads the way when it comes to van ownership in the state. A report from the Caravan Industry Association of Australia shows 150,990 caravans and 13,543 campervans are registered in Victoria making it the the top postcode for caravan ownership. So, if you’re heading...

If you have seen the movie Oddball then you’ll know how the beautiful Maremma dogs ended up becoming guardians of the Warrnambool Middle Island Penguin Colony. If you don’t, the short story is that a local chicken farmer, Swampy Marsh, suggested Maremma guardian dogs could be used to protect the local colony of penguins that were under threat from foxes during the breeding season, after...

If you are looking for some dog friendly activities in Geelong, then check out our video that highlights the things to do and see in and around the Bellarine Peninsula, including the Bay Doggy Trek that is run by Gourmet Pawprints. Gourmet Pawprints have designed some amazing dog friendly activities, tours and experiences that are 100% dedicated to ensuring you and your dog see a...

Torquay is a beautiful seaside location with a country charm about it found along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria.  The beaches and coastal walks are the main attractions, but there are plenty of dog friendly activities in Torquay to keep you and your dog entertained. In the first of our two pet friendly travel segments in Series 4 featuring the dog friendly activities in...