Pepsi & Max's guide to dog-friendly Australia
The dog-friendly Australia guide written by two dogs who've actually been there.
Honest reviews of stays, beaches, cafes and pubs — a golden retriever and a german shepherd noticing the things other sites skip.
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Pepsi & Max
“Sand was hot by 11 — go before 9. Treats at the counter. The floor on the right was slippery.”
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From the diary
Where Pepsi & Max have been
Places we've actually visited — honest notes, real photos.
202 Elizabeth
5-star pet-friendly boutique hotel near central Sydney
A Minor Place
Brunswick cafe with shaded outdoor area and treats for pups
Albert Park
Central Melbourne off-leash area near the lake
Altona Dog Beach
Western Melbourne's popular off-leash bayside dog beach
The unowned corners
Regions worth the drive
The tools
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Check off-leash rules by council, build a multi-day trip, or see if your dog clears a Virgin flight.
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