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Have you ever gone on vacation and hated it because your furry – and indeed very beloved (!) family member stayed home?
Day Trips With Dogs Scotland
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Dog Friendly Days Out
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Whether you’re looking for a cat- or dog-friendly hotel, or somewhere with stables to take your horse on holiday, Scotland has an incredible range of pet-friendly accommodation.
Find the ideal dog friendly hotel in Scotland for you and your pet. Includes nearby walks, kennels, things to do nearby and more!
Whether you’re looking for an affordable bed and breakfast or a luxury guest house, we’ve got accommodation for every budget.
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Explore our caravan sites and parks to plan your camping or caravan holiday in Scotland.
Organizations such as Historic Scotland and the National Trust for Scotland offer dog-friendly holiday activities as they allow dogs on a number of their properties. Take your dog with you as you explore the history of printing at Robert Smile’s printing press in Innerleithen, enjoy the tranquil beauty of Melrose Abbey or Dryburgh Abbey in the Scottish Borders or explore Fort George, Britain’s most powerful artillery fort, near Inverness.
For an unforgettable holiday with pets, why not visit one of Scotland’s many pubs, restaurants and cafes where they will be happy to welcome you and your dog. Many will offer your dog a bowl of water and food!
To find places or walk dogs (N.B. dug is the Scottish word for dog!) or check directly with the pub, restaurant or cafe you want to visit, check if they accept dogs.
A Dog Friendly Guide To Loch Lomond [2024]
Thanks to the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003, you and your dog have the right to walk anywhere in Scotland as long as you comply with the Scottish Outdoors Code. From vast fields and lush forests to rolling hills and sandy beaches, Scotland’s stunning scenery will tantalize your dog’s senses. Here are some rugged options for traveling with dogs:
1. Watch the salmon leap at Dunkeld’s Hermitage and Black Lynn Falls, where you and your dog can enjoy a scenic walk past Britain’s tallest Douglas fir.
2. Explore Scotland’s first national park on a walk with your dog. Explore Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park in many ways, but keep your dog under control.
3. For an adventure trip with dogs, visit the Isle of Arran, home to the UK’s only dog park. Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park is a great place for dog walking and dogs are allowed in the garden.
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4. Admire the plants and flowers of Aberdeen’s Victoria and Westbourne Parks, which are not only great for dog walking, but are right next to each other so you could spend a whole day there.
5. Stroll through the former home of the late Queen Mother, May Castle and gardens. If your dog needs a break or you want to go somewhere you can’t bring your pet, the forest also has a shaded dog park.
There are many horse-friendly properties and bed and breakfasts in Scotland. Some of the country’s great options are:
You can also check out the UK Horse Society’s Horse Welcome Program to find the best horse bed and breakfasts.
Dog Friendly Travels Along The Nc500!
Scotland has everything you need for a pet-friendly holiday, with dog attractions and scenic walks, as well as plenty of pubs and cafes.
Most bus, train and ferry operators are happy to let your dog travel with you. Find information about transport providers that accept dogs on their services.
As long as you follow Scotland’s Outdoor Access Code, you can walk your dog or break your horse almost anywhere in Scotland. Find out how the code applies to horse and dog walkers.
All domestic dogs, cats and dogs can enter the UK without quarantine from any country in the world, as long as you follow certain rules:
Dog Friendly Things To Do In Scotland
Believe it or not, you will be taking your kitty with you on your enjoyable holiday in Scotland. Many dog-friendly accommodation providers will welcome your cat; please check your chosen accommodation before booking.
Tried and tested by our four-legged friends on Instagram, get more inspiration from this selection for you and your pup! During our visit, we were invited by the UK Foreign Center and the Lochaber Chamber of Commerce. We appreciate your hospitality and the opportunity to see your beautiful home. All opinions are our own.
For over a decade, the Scottish Highlands have been at the top of my travel bucket list. When we were visiting my parents in Paris for a few days, we decided to visit the UK before it became more difficult to travel with a dog to the UK after Brexit.
For outdoor enthusiasts like myself, this area really is the adventure capital of the UK, with plenty of trails, ski areas and waterways just to explore. And don’t miss the chance to see the Loch Ness Monster!
Day Scottish Highlands Road Trip Itinerary
The Highlands comprise rugged and sparsely populated areas in the north and north-west of Scotland. We only covered a small part of the area on our short trip and I’m planning our next trip to explore places we missed such as the Outer Hebrides, Isle of Skye and the Orkney Islands.
We loved the dog friendly trails and pubs and especially appreciated the Scottish road laws. Also known as ScotWays, these rights allow all human (and in many cases canine) users of land and waterways, even privately owned, to act responsibly.
We visited Fort William Glencoe Mountain Resort a few days before the Mountain Bike World Cup. One of the most prestigious mountain bike events in the world, the city’s population will grow from 10,000 to 30,000.
This area of Scotland offers some of the best mountain biking in the world. Endless trails, forest trails and mountain terrain should put this country at the top of any mountain biker’s dream destination list. You can hit all the trails while planning your trip with this hiking board trail map.
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Fortunately for beginners, there are ways for all levels. We decided on something more casual for our walk. We have our rides from Off Beat Bikes, which offers a variety of bike rentals to suit all abilities and types of fun.
The experienced staff helped us choose between several routes, gave us a map, set up our bikes and sent us on our way. As this was Laila’s first and our first rides, we stuck to the easy gravel road known as the Gairlochy Loop. I wouldn’t call it a mountain bike, but it gave us a taste of what Laila could do (and she did it great!).
Running is the main attraction for me in this beautiful part of Scotland. I have wanted to travel here for a long time. Unfortunately the weather and conditions didn’t allow us to go out as I would have liked, but we managed to run well.
The tourism board put us in touch with Sarah Belshaw who showed us the local trails. She is an experienced mountain runner and the founder of Rannsaich, a company that combines swimming and running, mindfulness and healthy eating. Sarah knows the area very well and talked back and forth about all the trails we could do. Made me promise to come back for an adventure with Rannsaich!
Pet Friendly Holidays, Dog Friendly Breaks & More
After paddling around the world, Rugged Paddle Board owners Rob Kingslad and Keren Smail return to the UK to present Glencoe from the water.
We donned wetsuits and boots and headed for the tranquil Glencoe Lochen, a small lake surrounded by mountains. Depending on your paddling experience level, Rugged Paddle offers lessons, a short 1-2 hour trip, or a full day trip exploring the area on SUP. Alternatively, you can hire your own table and go wherever you want.
As a bonus for all those traveling with dogs, Signal Rock Cottage, Rugged Paddle make their home dog friendly for a very reasonable fee of £2.50 per day.
There’s a reason the Scottish Highlands are heralded as the outdoor capital
