Travelling with Pets

Let’s start with how we get around. Popping the family in the car and driving instead of flying to a destination will reduce carbon emissions. And if that car is electric there will be no carbon emissions at all. More and more electric vehicle charging stations are appearing across the state and with construction of the Queensland Electric Super Highway stations are planned for places as remote as Mount Isa, Longreach and Charleville.

National Parks, for example, do not allow any pets, nor do many private landholders - please ask before taking your pet. During the months of November to April some Queensland beaches are closed to pets because
of turtle nesting. Monitoring the nesting and then hatching of endangered turtles is a wonder to behold and no-one wants a dog inadvertently digging up a nest. Always heed local warnings and advice.

Your dog may not be allowed in a National Park but that doesn’t mean you should miss out. Pet-sitting, AKA Doggy Daycare, is becoming more and more popular with a growing number of services in towns across Queensland. Book your pet in for a day or two and give them a holiday of their own.

From dog friendly beaches to offshore islands and from river cruises to public gardens there are many ways to incorporate your family friend into your holiday. You can even take them on the dinosaur trail at Hughenden
or find dedicated agility/exercise parks in the smallest of towns such as at Barkly Park at Bororen.

You know the drill: clean up after your pet, keep the noise down and respect the privacy of others.