Loch Coille Bharr Forest dog walk, Scotland The Knapdale forest is huge and this is the dog walk that dogs would choose for sure. You'll find far fewer people and a much wilder environment than the other car parks here.
Dog-friendly beaches, an unhappy mermaid and Picts, Scotland You'll find several sandy beaches just down from the Seaboard Centre and these are dog-friendly. When we were here there was no-one in sight, in mid-summer.
A940 Darnaway Forest dog walk, Scotland Dogs will love this massive forest. It's huge and very remote indeed, so not for the faint-hearted. Expect to hear the rustling of wildlife as you walk.
Corrieshalloch Gorge dog walk, Scotland A tourist attraction for centuries and it's easy to see why. The gorge is astonishing and worth a visit.
Littlemill forest dog walk A9 northbound, Scotland The dog walk here is a real hidden gem. And the geological features are interesting for curious people too. Not too far from the A9 heading north and well worth an explore.
Ballantrae beach and coast path dog walk, Scotland A pebble beach with no dog restrictions. It's a popular place for fishing so watch out for live bait and lines. The beach slopes down quickly so dogs and kids need close supervision.
Port Logan dog-friendly beach, Scotland A big sandy and dog-friendly beach here. Good for swimming and water games with the dog. Don't miss a trip to the historic fish pool, it's extraordinary.
Rothesay Castle visit with the dog, Scotland Dogs are welcome to visit this unusual circular castle on the Isle of Bute.
Very quiet waterside dog walk, Scotland A quiet and tranquil dog-walking spot with few visitors and a choice of car parks. It's a few miles off the A708 and quieter than the watersports loch nearby.
Community Forest dog walk, Scotland Dogs will really enjoy this woodland spot with a babbling brook at the start for happy splashing. It's quiet and free of sheep.
A haunted castle visit with the dog, Scotland This castle has a truly gruesome reputation and stories of ghosts, murders and black magic are many and varied. Dogs are welcome to visit and ours showed no sign of supernatural sniffs.
Loch Ken dog swimming near New Galloway, Scotland This is a perfect place for dogs who love to swim. There isn't a proper walk but hot dogs in need of cool water will love it here.
