Get Fit With Your Dog
There has been a lot of research that shows that people who own dogs are fitter over all – I think a lot of this comes down to having a reason to get out and walk every single day!
Many of the beaches also have water fountains that are dog friendly, allowing your furry workout buddy to get a drink too. This is especially important during the warmer months.
Important things to remember when you’re out and about with your puppy
1. Keep your dog on the lead. Not only is it safer for the other people in the community, it’s also safer for your dog. There are off leash parks such as Kroll Gardens (on the corner of Duffield Road and Elizabeth Road, Clontarf)
2. Keep your puppy 15 metres of a children’s playground, whether or not the playground is being used and stay clear of sports fields.
3. Make sure you pick up your dog’s droppings. There are plenty of dog tidy bag dispensers (or take your own bags) and pop it in a public litter bin.
4. There are fines from the council of up to $150 if you don’t follow these rules.
Where are they allowed
Dogs are allowed on any beach between the Houghton Highway and Woody Point Jetty (Clontarf & Woody Point),
Any beach between Drury Point and Queens Beach North in Scarborough and any beach between Jamieson Park and Endeavour Park in Scarborough.
You can find full details from Moreton Bay Council.