whitka Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 So was just wondering where all the Melbourne dolers take there dogs, been looking around on the net for things to do with your dog and would love some suggestions :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelpiecuddles Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 brighton dog beach and brunch at the cafe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malakita Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 We go in by train and get off at Melbourne Central (to make the walk a little longer) and walk down to the Botannical Gardens. We walk around there and the Shrine also. We also walk to Vic market. But I need more ideas too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 The Tulip festival is on at the moment in Silvan. Dogs are welcome there. I've been to Sky High with the dogs and the Alfred Nicholson gardens in the Dandenongs. I go to Warrandyte a fair bit too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dididog Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) Hmm would definitely go Altona Dog Beach over Brighton Dog Beach. Altona is really flat with heaps of sandbanks so great for walking alongside your dog while they swim/throwing the ball, most dogs are pretty easy going down there I have found, I've heard Brighton can get a bit feral and squishy. Fairbairn Park in Ascot Vale (near the racecourse and showgrounds) is a huge off lead reserve next to a river which has plenty to sniff and explore and plenty of space to give other dogs a miss if that's not your thing. The river is normally quite nice for a dip(for the dogs that is) and there are heaps of paths along the river for an on lead walk. About a 5 min walk away is union rd which is my local jaunt, full of dog friendly cafes, pubs and restaurants. Port Melbourne Beach is also pretty nice and you could walk down to St Kilda for coffee/lunch (though once summer kicks in you're not allowed on the beach in certain parts but you can still walk along the foreshore). Before she got reactive to strangers on lead I used to take Didi into the CBD and on a sunny day it was nice to have a lie down on the grass in front of the State Library and people watch. Royal Park and trails along Merri Creek are nice also but not much of it is offlead and too much of a snake worry as the weather heats up personally. Edited September 15, 2014 by Terri S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leah82 Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Places where we have gone... Carrum Beach (on lead during peak times) Warrandyte Gardiners Creek Reserve in Burwood - nice off lead park surrounding the creek Ruffey Lake Park Doncaster If you want to go bush check out Kurth Kiln Regional Park And if you're after an enclosed off lead park a couple of options in the eastern burbs are the Knox Obedience club on Ferntree Gully Rd and Aranga Reserve Dog Activity Center in Donvale - Aranga reserve also have a separate fenced off area for training where only one dog is allowed at a time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranga Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Are dogs allowed on trains in Victoria I think only guide dogs are allowed on public transport in NSW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dididog Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Are dogs allowed on trains in Victoria I think only guide dogs are allowed on public transport in NSW Yes but they are supposed to be muzzled, not on seats and not travelling during peak times. Not many people muzzle their dogs though I have found and don't even know it's a rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitka Posted September 16, 2014 Author Share Posted September 16, 2014 When I used to take the train to the city I always saw people with dogs, no one seemed to mind. Looks like my weekends are going to be full for a while! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have you got your dog with you now Whitka? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dididog Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 When I used to take the train to the city I always saw people with dogs, no one seemed to mind. Looks like my weekends are going to be full for a while! I used the train a few times when Didi was a baby puppy mainly for the socialisation aspect but once she got bigger decided not to use it without a muzzle. I had to take her somewhere once and didn't have a car and took her two stops at a non peak time, out in the suburbs, bumped into PSO's and they started to write me up a fine but I talked my way out of it. Even though most people don't follow the rule/know it exists, the PSO's and most likely ticket inspectors do so may as well play on the cautious side, especially if you have a larger dog. But I have found the majority of people on the trains are completely fine with dogs, normally one person who wants to sit and cuddle your dog for the whole trip though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitka Posted September 16, 2014 Author Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have you got your dog with you now Whitka? Sure do :) Finely got the ok and picked him up last weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ranga Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have you got your dog with you now Whitka? Sure do :) Finely got the ok and picked him up last weekend. Have we seen any pics yet? *hint* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malakita Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Yes, it is a rule dogs must be muzzled on Metro trains in Melbourne. it is in the charter. Yes I have also seen people not doing this. I do it because it is a rule and it protects my dogs in case some idiot decides to say or do something stupid. That is all it takes, one idiot. I love my dogs too much not to follow this rule. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Have you got your dog with you now Whitka? Sure do :) Finely got the ok and picked him up last weekend. Yes!! so happy for you :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HazyWal Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 Yes, it is a rule dogs must be muzzled on Metro trains in Melbourne. it is in the charter. Yes I have also seen people not doing this. I do it because it is a rule and it protects my dogs in case some idiot decides to say or do something stupid. That is all it takes, one idiot. I love my dogs too much not to follow this rule. Well said. My greys are muzzled by law in public places every day of their lives, it's no biggie, I can't see why people have such a problem with following a simple rule You can take yours off when you reach your destination, we can't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poison Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Banksia Park in Bulleen is great! Citizens park in Richmond is good with a number of outdoor cafes along Bridge Road also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hippo Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 I used to take my grey on the train at least once a week. She loved it. Usually only went one stop and then walked back home. Never knew she had to be muzzled, and she had a green collar so was never muzzled. I know dogs have to be crated on trams. Brighton dog beach and cafes after is nice in summer. There are lots of off-lead parks that you can google to see which is closest to you (or close to good cafes, which is also important :p) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpha bet Posted September 18, 2014 Share Posted September 18, 2014 Sunny Sunday mornings take your dog to St Kilda walk along and visit the markets... many of the stall owners put out bowls for the dogs.... down to the beach for a swim and watch the sailing boats - if warm enoughhave kids go for a swim with the dogs.......... then one of the outside dog friendly cafe's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*kirty* Posted September 19, 2014 Share Posted September 19, 2014 Lillydale Lake has a nice walking track, and an offlead park at the end. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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