A ruff guide: how to travel around Australia with your dog

From sightseeing and pet-friendly accommodation to staying away from crocodiles, Shandos Cleaver shares tips for taking your pup on holiday

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When I travelled around Australia in a campervan, there was no question about leaving behind my miniature dachshund, Schnitzel. After all, he’s part of my family and where we go, he goes too.

Luckily it’s become easier in recent years to holiday with pets in Australia, thanks to an increasing range of pet-friendly accommodation, from boutique motels and holiday rentals to caravan parks and farm stays.