Taking your pooch to the beach on a hot summer’s day is a great way to relax, enjoy the sunshine and cool off. No one likes to cause a scene, so don’t forget your beach etiquette!
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Remember that not all beaches are dog-friendly:
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Off-leash beaches allowed at all times (under effective control): West beach, Hallet Cove, O’Sullivan, Port Noarlunga South, Seaford & Moana.
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Off-leash before 10 am and after 8 pm (during daylight savings): Outer Harbour, Largs, Semaphore, Tennyson, Grange, Henley, Glenelg, Brighton & Seacliff.
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Always make sure you are in control of your dog, never let your dog bound up to strangers or annoy others.
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Always pick up your dog’s poo – no one likes to go swimming with a ‘Barker’s Egg’!
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Keep dogs off dunes and native vegetation areas. Shore birds such as seagulls, Plovers and Terns nest along the high tide mark and will not breed if disturbed. Look out for signs warning you of sensitive nesting areas.
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Take care near the water – not all dogs are great swimmers!
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Don’t let your dog eat any dead fish or birds, these can be toxic if ingested (such as blue bottles).
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