Pets on Holidays in the Shoalhaven
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PETS ON HOLIDAY 15 WALKS TO DO WITH YOUR BEST FRIEND MANY WALKIES - ONE DESTINATION Pets on Holiday | 1 contents 4 FOREWORD 7 PETS ON HOLIDAY 9 PETS ON THE MOVE 10 OFF LEASH AREAS 12 RESTRICTION GUIDELINES 13 SHARING THE SHORE 14 100 BEACH CHALLENGE 16 DOG TRAILS 20 CAMPING & DOGS 22 NEIGH-CATION 25 CAT HOTELS 27 PET FRIENDLY RETAIL 29 YOUR PICS 30 DIRECTORY SOUTH COAST - NSW NSW - AUSTRALIA Getting here DRIVE FROM SYDNEY VIA M1/A1 - 145 km (2hrs) VIA GRAND PACIFIC DRIVE - 163km (2.5 hrs) A scenic drive through Royal National Park and coastal shoreline VIA HUME HIGHWAY (2 hrs) Liverpool - Bowral - Kangaroo Valley FROM CANBERRA VIA KINGS HIGHWAY 280km (2.5hrs) MAIN ROAD 92 194km (2 hrs) FROM MELBOURNE VIA HIGHWAY NO. 1 - 830km (10 hrs) BUS & RAIL Premier Motor Bus Service 02 4423 5233 or 133 410 City Rail 131 500 Above: Merry Beach 2 | Pets on Holiday USEFUL CONTACTS Environmental Services Barking dog complaints (02) 4429 3453 Animal Management Unit All other companion animal issues (02) 4429 3433 Shoalhaven Animal Shelter and Pound Flatrock Rd, West Nowra (02) 4429 3410 Animal Welfare League 0429 429 885 RSPCA 1300 CRUELTY (1300 278 358) or 02 9770 7555 1300 662 808 Above: Merry Beach SHOALHAVEN.COM.AU Pets on Holiday | 3 Foreword by Dr Katrina Warren It’s undeniably true – our pets are part of our family and when we go on holidays, we want them to come too! Nothing is more fun than a family holiday when the pets are included, whether it’s a pooch, a cat or a pony! One of Australia’s leading pet friendly destinations is the unspoilt Shoalhaven. It offers something for everyone and some of my best holiday memories have been made running along the perfect sandy beaches with my dogs. To see the joy on their faces and their tails wagging, brings me a huge amount of pleasure. The Shoalhaven’s pet friendly areas include beaches, parks, rivers and trails, all of which are perfect for running or relaxing. There’s also an unrivalled selection of pet friendly accommodation and cafes that are happy to host the furry members of the family too. So, what are you waiting for? The unspoilt Shoalhaven welcomes you and your pets. Come and experience paradise and who knows, I might just see you there! Dr Katrina Warren Media Veterinarian 4 | Pets on Holiday Pets on Holiday | 5 6 | Pets on Holiday Pets on Holidays “Loving our seaside cottage... and Snoopy just The Shoalhaven is recognised as one of Australia’s adores the safe yard leading pet friendly destinations. Our unique mix of and miles of beach.” pet friendly accommodation and activities offers visitors the ultimate pet friendly paradise. Pets bring out the best in us and If your pet needs to stay somewhere encourage us to relax and enjoy the else, consider dog and cat boarding simple life, so it makes sense that kennels where they can enjoy their you would want them to join you on own relaxed getaway – and you your holiday – they are a furry family can pop in and give them lots of member after all! cuddles so they don’t miss out on Shoalhaven off-leash areas include all the fun. beaches, parks, rivers and trails and Horse lovers who want to hitch up dog parks, all of which are perfect their trailers and bring their equine for running or relaxing. Great for friends along can take their pick both dogs and their families to gain from several agistment options, an enjoyable form of exercise whilst or holiday with their horse at tailor making new doggie (and human) made accommodation offerings. friends. Left: Diggity Dog & Louis at Cupitt’s Winery Pets on Holiday | 7 8 | Pets on Holiday Pets on the Move “Bringing our pets with us saved a When you’re on the road, ensuring your pet has plenty lot of worry and of water, sufficient breaks for relief, and a bit of reprieve expense. is a must. With a little forward planning Pet Suitcase Checklist: p Grooming equipment and towels we all had a p Flea and tick protection - p A pet first aid kit great holiday.” Australian paralysis tick is p Emergency numbers such as common, especially in bush poison hotline & nearest vet areas in the warmer months, p so prevention and thoroughly Your pet’s microchip number in checking your pet is a must case your dog or cat goes missing p p Tick remover Pet insurance papers p p Bowls for food and water – carry Scratching post for cats a bottle of water in case you can’t Avoid giving big meals before a long find a tap journey as some pets may suffer from p Regular food and some treats travel sickness. p A ‘pooper scooper’ and plastic Cats and small dogs should be bags to clean up after your pet transported in a carrier & secured p A litter tray, waterproof sheet, with a seatbelt. Bigger dogs should paper towels and disinfectant wear a harness. p Any required medications Keep dogs on a leash when they p Collars, harnesses and leads are outdoors. Cats who are easily spooked should be kept indoors. p ID tag with your mobile number Make sure your pet has adequate p Bedding or travel crate to sleep in ventilation and never leave them p Your pet’s favourite toys or in a hot car. comfort items Pets on Holiday | 9 KANGAROO VALLEY BERRY 2 SHOALHAVEN 1 3 HEADS 4 NOWRA 5 6 CULBURRA BEACH CALLALA 7 8 HUSKISSON CURRARONG TOMERONG 9 VINCENTIA 10 BEWONG JERVIS BAY WANDANDIAN 12 11 SUSSEX INLET CUDMIRRAH 13 FISHERMANS PARADISE BENDALONG 14 LAKE CONJOLA MILTON 15 MOLLYMOOK16 17 ULLADULLA 18 LAKE TABOURIE TERMEIL BAWLEY 19 POINT KIOLOA Please be aware that it is the responsibility of the pet owner to comply with the off-leash boundaries and off-leash times in the Shoalhaven, as penalties apply for non-compliance. Off-leash maps and further information can be found through onsite signage and on Shoalhaven City Council’s website, find the link at shoalhaven.com/pets 10 | Pets on Holiday Off-Leash Areas Always check onsite signage for the most Shoalhaven Heads The Shoalhaven has some 1 accurate and up to of the most picturesque Jerry Bailey Oval Shoalhaven Heads Beach N of Surf Club date information off leash areas in NSW, River Road Reserve or check Shoalhaven where you can relax & run 2 Berry City Council’s updates free with your dog. Berry Sporting Complex - find the link at 3 Bomaderry shoalhaven.com/pets Please adhere to time restrictions Cricket Oval Area noted on signage, carry doggy bags 4 Nowra to pick up any mess, and ensure Nowra Recreation Ground, Scenic Dv your dog is under the control of a 5 Worrigee competent handler at all times. Ratcliffe Park 6 Culburra Beach Beach area 7 Callala Beach Beach excepting prohibited area 8 Currarong Beach and foreshore reserve 9 Huskisson Huskisson Beach and reserve 10 Vincentia Nelsons Beach 11 Sanctuary Point Clifton Park 12 Basin View Basin View foreshore reserve 13 Swan Lake Swan Lake foreshore reserve 14 Bendalong Washerwomans Beach 15 Milton Milton Showground Precinct 16 Narrawallee Narrawallee Beach 17 Mollymook Mollymook Oval Reserve (Behind Bannisters Pavillion) 18 Ulladulla Harbour foreshore off Mitchell Parade Collers Beach 19 Bawley Point Cormorant Beach & foreshore reserve Above: Narrawallee Beach Pets on Holiday | 11 Restriction Guidelines Dogs in the Shoalhaven are required to be ‘on-leash’ at all times EXCEPT when in an off-leash area. Dogs are totally prohibited from entering the following areas across the Shoalhaven, whether or not they are otherwise leashed or controlled: • Children’s play areas (within 10 metres of any playing apparatus provided in that public place or part for the use of children) • Food preparation/consumption areas (within 10 metres of any apparatus provided in that public place or part for the preparation and consumption of food for human consumption) • Recreation areas where dogs are prohibited • Public bathing areas where dogs are prohibited (including a beach) • School grounds (other than any property used for a residence or the curtilage of a residence) • Child care centres (other than any property used for a residence or the curtilage of a residence) • Shopping areas where dogs are prohibited • Wildlife protection areas For more detailed information and any updates visit shoalhaven.com/pets for the link to Companion Animals Act. 12 | Pets on Holiday Sharing the Shore For more info NPWS Shorebird Did you know that beach nesting birds are some of the Recovery Coordinator most threatened in the world? By simply following a contact details at few guidelines with your pet you can have a huge shoalhaven.com/pets impact on their survival. You and your pet can help by: • Sharing the shoreline by respecting ‘Dog Prohibited’ beach zones. These areas are designated as prohibited because vulnerable shorebirds nest here between August and April each year. • Making use of Council’s numerous Dog Off Leash beaches, specially designated for off leash fun! • Keeping your dog on a leash on permitted beaches. Beach nesting birds & chicks perceive unleashed dogs as a great threat. Even if your dog isn’t the type to chase, the birds don’t know that! • Look out for temporary signs that alert you to the presence of nesting birds or chicks. • If you see little birds running swiftly along the beach or hear the larger oystercatchers calling out, please give these birds space. If it is spring or summer, chances are they have a nest or chicks nearby.