Has any body been quoted for their pets in c/p. I started to put my trip in place with the bookings and 4parks wanted extra for the furry kid,from coin donations to 17dollars
they sure going to miss out on a lot of bussiness. Booked else where with no extra cost.
herbie said
03:42 AM Jul 18, 2013
This extra for a pet is getting more common due to the fact I think more caravan parks have realised to get the customers through the gate
They have to allow pets.So because of more parks allowing this there is not much competition between caravan parks now
so they are just cashing in on it.
The other aspect of this,some times it works out cheaper for say a $30/35 fee than say a $25 park then on top of the $25 you get hit with xxxx for your pet. ..In a way I guess it saves the park owner advertising a price increase, they put it up via your pet.
It is a wonder some of these parks don't change for your vehicle to enter.
Regards Herbie.
scottynbulldog said
06:39 AM Jul 18, 2013
We have been travelling for 6 weeks now and twice I have been asked for a deposit for my dogs. One of $50 and the other $20 which is returned on departure. I don't mind this but certainly will not be paying for them if asked.
Pondy said
02:10 PM Jul 18, 2013
Have never had to pay extra for our dog. Have been asked once for a bond for the dog but it was returned when we left.
Rip and Rosie said
03:06 PM Jul 18, 2013
I'll pay- when the dogs get to use the amenities, pool and jumping castle.
Tomzys said
01:27 AM Jul 19, 2013
Just a short reply one of the c/p was40dollars per night +15for the dog and 100 for bond you do get the bond back . I think this is going to be the trend I will not pay for dogin c/p and nor should any one if wasnt for the G/N the parks would struggle even more, just like we shouldnt have to pay for electricity once fees are payed they are just screwing as much as they can out of us.
Ontos45 said
05:33 PM Jul 19, 2013
We normally don't use C/P except when need to power up batts. fully and use washing machines. We have a big dog (cross wolfhound/ridgeback) and only stay at C/P listed in "traveling with dogs" or when we see a dogs welcome sign out front of a CP.
Peter
chopit said
12:53 AM Jul 25, 2013
I was researching a few days away and saw one camp ground
charged $15 for 2 per night and $20 for the dog.
Another place fronting the same lake was free for dogs.
Guess where we went.
Rip and Rosie said
06:54 PM Jul 25, 2013
The dogs can't wash in the amenities, I can't wash their blankets in the laundry, they are not allowed in the pool, aren't allowed in the rec rooms, don't need the camp kitchen or BBQ, and can't use the swings etc.
The dogs never use extra electricity, and the little bit of water they drink won't cost the earth.
They pee on a tree, but really any tree will do, and it doesn't need to be special. They will also poo on the ground, but as I pick it up (and provide my own plastic bag) all I really need is a bin to drop it into.
So, at $20 per night (I assume per dog, so $40 from me), we get less than 1 litre of water, use of a tree, and a garbage bin.
Now,
If the CPs provided amenities for dogs, like doggy day care, a dog bath area, designated washing machine for blankets etc, dog pool, free doggy bags, and fenced off lead area, I would pay.
neilnruth said
04:20 AM Jul 27, 2013
That sounds like a very reasonable argument to me Rosie. I was wondering what does the dog have to have done to lose the bond they are asking for?
The dog lady said
05:52 AM Jul 31, 2013
Rip and Rosie wrote:
Snip Now, If the CPs provided amenities for dogs, like doggy day care, a dog bath area, designated washing machine for blankets etc, dog pool, free doggy bags, and fenced off lead area, I would pay.
When you find the CP that provides those amenities for dogs I'll book there too
neilnruth said
02:03 AM Aug 6, 2013
The Family Parks CP at Kalaru near Bega has a great exercise area for dogs. They also provide black 'poo' bags for picking up their droppings. They haven't come up with all the other requirements yet Rosie but at least they don't charge for what they do supply.
The dog lady said
11:49 PM Aug 8, 2013
neilnruth wrote:
The Family Parks CP at Kalaru near Bega has a great exercise area for dogs. They also provide black 'poo' bags for picking up their droppings. They haven't come up with all the other requirements yet Rosie but at least they don't charge for what they do supply.
It's commendable that they do that, but even the council in Port Adelaide provide exercise areas, black dog-nugget bags and rubbish bins for everyone. At no charge!
Dunmowin said
06:40 AM Aug 9, 2013
Only once in 12 1/2 years have we been asked for a deposit (refunded) for our dog. We have however, several times been asked for proof of current vacinations. I don't mind that, as it shows that all the dogs in the park are vacinated.
Bobstar52 said
01:10 AM Oct 23, 2013
Burrill Lake NSW tourist park council owned great managers do not charge for ur pets so if you are in that area give them a go. They have only managed the park for a short time now so trying hard to build it up
ravers said
10:12 PM Oct 28, 2013
We have just returned from 3mths travelling with our large dog and had to pay a deposit which was returned on leaving several times. We stayed at a place called KOA c/p in Darwin I would advise you stay away from there if possible very expensive( $50 per night and $50 dep for the dog) not a nice place to stay.
We did a lot free camping and found that was no problem at all but be aware there are baits laid in WA and also we found Scorpions while we were camped on the Nullabor our dog was bitten by one while she was tied up, apart from the bite she didn't suffer any
ill effects. I had never even given them a thought.
Happy travels everyone.
Bobstar52 said
04:06 PM Nov 6, 2013
Have been travelling from Nowra to Mt Gambier thus far have not been charged for our little buddy, but gee the prices for C/P charge in Vic & SA is a bit rich no wonder GN look for free camp spots.
Our holiday in the Mount is at an end so will be heading home via Swan Hill, along the Murry will be interesting to see pricing .
copper1 said
05:06 PM Nov 6, 2013
Bobstar52 wrote:
Have been travelling from Nowra to Mt Gambier thus far have not been charged for our little buddy, but gee the prices for C/P charge in Vic & SA is a bit rich no wonder GN look for free camp spots. Our holiday in the Mount is at an end so will be heading home via Swan Hill, along the Murry will be interesting to see pricing .
Geee Bob seems like you only just left, glad to see that you had no problems with your travelling companion regarding places to stay? Yes I think you now know why FREE camping is the go and why so many of us get sick of the prices considering we only need power and water not jumping castles and swings. Anyway travel safe and enjoy the rest of your time.
tarnell said
03:21 AM Nov 11, 2013
I can thoroughly recommend Limestone Coast Tourist Park in Mount Gambier, South Australia, if you are traveling with your 4 legged companions. They have spacious caravan sites and also cabins that your pets can stay in, a huge 1/2 acre exercise , fully fenced area, and beautifully mowed and beaut owners, NO CHARGE for your pets!!!!!
MaryJane said
03:00 AM Nov 27, 2013
In Perth, I got clobbered $54 a night. No discount for a solo person and $5 per night for dogs. That was a Top Tourist, with discount for being a member. I had to pay, to catch up with friends. But I didn't stay as long as I had intended, and didn't see half of my friends.
I probably won't rush back either.
Cruising Cruze said
03:48 PM Dec 31, 2013
" In Perth, I got clobbered $54 a night. No discount for a solo person and $5 per night for dogs. That was a Top Tourist, with discount for being a member. I had to pay, to catch up with friends. But I didn't stay as long as I had intended, and didn't see half of my friends.
I probably won't rush back either. "
what an disgrace is all I can say I hope you had golden watertaps there
This extra for a pet is getting more common due to the fact I think more caravan parks have realised to get the customers through the gate
They have to allow pets.So because of more parks allowing this there is not much competition between caravan parks now
so they are just cashing in on it.
The other aspect of this,some times it works out cheaper for say a $30/35 fee than say a $25 park then on top of the $25 you get hit with xxxx for your pet. ..In a way I guess it saves the park owner advertising a price increase, they put it up via your pet.
It is a wonder some of these parks don't change for your vehicle to enter.
Regards Herbie.
Peter
charged $15 for 2 per night and $20 for the dog.
Another place fronting the same lake was free for dogs.
Guess where we went.
The dogs can't wash in the amenities, I can't wash their blankets in the laundry, they are not allowed in the pool, aren't allowed in the rec rooms, don't need the camp kitchen or BBQ, and can't use the swings etc.
The dogs never use extra electricity, and the little bit of water they drink won't cost the earth.
They pee on a tree, but really any tree will do, and it doesn't need to be special. They will also poo on the ground, but as I pick it up (and provide my own plastic bag) all I really need is a bin to drop it into.
So, at $20 per night (I assume per dog, so $40 from me), we get less than 1 litre of water, use of a tree, and a garbage bin.
Now,
If the CPs provided amenities for dogs, like doggy day care, a dog bath area, designated washing machine for blankets etc, dog pool, free doggy bags, and fenced off lead area, I would pay.
When you find the CP that provides those amenities for dogs I'll book there too
It's commendable that they do that, but even the council in Port Adelaide provide exercise areas, black dog-nugget bags and rubbish bins for everyone. At no charge!
Only once in 12 1/2 years have we been asked for a deposit (refunded) for our dog. We have however, several times been asked for proof of current vacinations. I don't mind that, as it shows that all the dogs in the park are vacinated.
We have just returned from 3mths travelling with our large dog and had to pay a deposit which was returned on leaving several times. We stayed at a place called KOA c/p in Darwin I would advise you stay away from there if possible very expensive( $50 per night and $50 dep for the dog) not a nice place to stay.
We did a lot free camping and found that was no problem at all but be aware there are baits laid in WA and also we found Scorpions while we were camped on the Nullabor our dog was bitten by one while she was tied up, apart from the bite she didn't suffer any
ill effects. I had never even given them a thought.
Happy travels everyone.
Our holiday in the Mount is at an end so will be heading home via Swan Hill, along the Murry will be interesting to see pricing .
Geee Bob seems like you only just left, glad to see that you had no problems with your travelling companion regarding places to stay? Yes I think you now know why FREE camping is the go and why so many of us get sick of the prices considering we only need power and water not jumping castles and swings. Anyway travel safe and enjoy the rest of your time.
I probably won't rush back either.
I probably won't rush back either. "
what an disgrace is all I can say I hope you had golden watertaps there
John