Here, boy!
Australians increasingly regard their dogs as family members and may be allowing sleeping on the bed or providing special birthday celebrations – some pooches even have their own Instagram accounts!
As such, it's no surprise dog-friendly places to stay, eat and drink are in demand - and Rutherglen is happy to oblige!
When visiting Rutherglen, there's no need to leave your four-legged family member at home. Many restaurants with outdoor eating areas are more than happy for well-behaved pooches to sit with their owners while enjoying a delicious meal, and accommodation options are plentiful.
There are three off-leash areas around Rutherglen:
- Barkly Park: 47 Reid Street, Rutherglen (excluding some weekends when sport is being played)
- Willows Reserve: off Reserve Road, Wahgunyah
- Field and Game reserve: Corner Jones Road & Racecourse Road, Rutherglen
Dog friendly stays
La Maison St Arnaud B&B
La Maison St Arnaud Bed and Breakfast is a traditional bed and breakfast de charme set in the heart of the Rutherglen wine region This Victorian-era cottage circa 1886 was originally used as the Mt Carmel Convent…
Barkly Suites / Apartments Rutherglen
Barkly Suites / Apartments is set in a quiet corner of Rutherglen. With a one bedroom and two bedroom suite, allowing singles, couples and a group can be comfortably accommodated. Suites have spacious lounge areas with a…
Must Love Dogs B&B and Self-Contained Cottage
Must Love Dogs are proud to announce that they have been awarded TripAdvisor’s Customer Satisfaction Award every year since opening in 2010, with a five-star rating for cleanliness. Must Love Dogs welcome you with or without a…
Dog friendly experiences
Buller Wines
The Five Star James Halliday Winery is world renowned for fortified wines produced using the Solera System. Testament to the quality are the two Robert Parker 100/100 rated Rare Muscat and Rare Tokay. The Calliope Estate produces…
Cofield Wines
Cofield Wines is a boutique, family owned and operated winery, located in the heart of the Rutherglen wine district. The Cofield family have been treading the vineyards of Rutherglen for over 100 years. Now second generation winemaker…
Campbells Wines
At Campbells visitors can enjoy the distinctive wines of Rutherglen resulting from five generations of tradition, experience and a dedication to innovation. The Campbell family has a hands on approach and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Sisters…
Dog friendly walks
Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Walk – Rutherglen to Wahgunyah
In a wine region blessed with abundant sunshine and long languid summers, a stroll along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail from Rutherglen to the banks of the mighty Murray River is a charm. Once the Rutherglen…
Between Two Bridges Trail Walk
The John Foord Bridge was completed in 1892 and named after the founder of Wahgunyah. A new bridge opened in April 2005, known as the Federation Bridge. It includes the Federation Arch and the Barassi Line, a…
Wahgunyah River Track Walk
This trail will take you through the old river gum trees beside the Murray River and passes by farming properties. Local Aboriginal artist Tommy McRae (c.1835– 1901) would wander this area and lived at Lake Moodemere for…
Willows Reserve Trail Walk
Take a leisurely walk beside ancient river red gums on the Murray River at Wahgunyah. The track winds along the river for about 2 kilometres and then veers off to pass the Wahgunyah Recreational Reserve where during…
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