We’ve set our date to leave for our big Aussie adventure – now do we take our dog or not? Leaving Rusty at home wasn’t an option for us! I got her when she was a puppy and she has been my best mate since – so it was a no brainer for us. Yes, sure I could have easily left her at my parents’ house, where she had grown up her whole life but she was ‘my dog’ and I couldn’t bare the thought of leaving her. After travelling on the road now, for close to 4 months I still don’t regret the decision to bring her one bit! People say it’s such a hassle travelling with a dog and I strongly disagree. For the many disadvantages pointed out, there is equally as many advantages of travelling with a dog.
Con’s
- not allowed in National Parks
- extra mouth to feed
- some accommodation places don’t allow dogs
Pro’s
- needs daily exercise so means we get exercise
- constant dog cuddles (rusty is a major sook!)
- conversation starter – she is pretty cute
- good guard dog / bug catcher / entertainer
Number one disadvantage here in Australia, is dogs aren’t allowed in National Parks. We know there are some spectacular things to see in most National Parks, so our easy solution is to camp just outside the NP. We generally can day trip into the NPs and see what we want to see in roughly a 1-4hour window, meanwhile Rusty is catching up on some sleep in our caravan, which is parked outside the NP. We leave our caravan all secure and locked up – with the top canvas windows open for air. She makes herself at home on our bed and literally just sleeps the time away! She has water, food and sometimes if it’s a little hot we leave our cordless Milwaukee fan on for her, plus she can move around and stretch her legs. She is not a big barker or yappy dog – so we are lucky in that respect, she doesn’t make a noise, unless someone is breaking in. We always ensure we take her for a big walk, before and after, if we do leave her for a period of time. Some people might argue that’s its cruel but with Rusty it’s not – like I said, she just sleeps! It’s like a child – after having her for 8 years, I know what she does and doesn’t like. In saying that, not all dogs will like being left so you need to decide whether your dog can cope and of course have a comfortable enough setup for your dog (shade, water, ventilation etc). We definitely don’t condone animal cruelty, and never leave her if it’s a hot day!
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