Following our theme to stay cool in the heat. Here is a simple recipe to try. If you want to add a Valentine's Day theme. Use a heart shaped ice tray. 

Fruity Pupsicle

• 1 ripe banana mashed well
• 1/2 cup of naturally sweetened apple juice
• 1 cup plain no-fat yogurt
• 1 TBSP honey (optional)

Mix all the ingredients very well and freeze in an ice cube tray. 

Receipe Source Credited to - Schnauzers rule

This weekend in Qld we hear the very disturbing news of the gross neglect of a poor dog who died a horrific death from heat exhaustion after being tied up without access to shade or water.  This follows the death of another beautiful dog in December last year who died from heat exhaustion while being cared for in a NSW kennel.

The temperatures are hot and dogs like people need to be protected.

Please make sure your pet has access to adequate shade and plently of water.  Before you leave your pet during the day ensure the water containers are in the shade and make sure the water containers are full. It is imortant to have more that one water container in case your pet turns over the water container.

For more information on how to keep your dog or your cat cool see the RSPCA link here

As the weather continues the heat wave for many places in Australia. We are thankful that the bay breezes often kick in to make our suburb one of the lucky ones.

Known to have temperatures a couple of degrees cooler in summer and to be warmer in winter makes Manly Qld an enviable place to live and another great reason to stay for guests who are visiting Brisbane or South East Qld.

Just a short walk down the street from the dog friendly Sea Captains Quarters you will find the Manly Baths a great place to cool off in summer. (The pool is heated for winter)


In our neighbouring suburb of Wynnum you will find the Wynnum Wading pool a heritage-listed tidal pool built in 1930's and has had a major upgrade in recent years. Next to this is the water park for children a great place to cool off and have a picnic by the bay.  A walk along the waterfront is a must for your stay in Brisbane.

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