June 5, 2025
Travelling with Pets: Feeding Dogs on the Go
Travelling with Pets: Feeding Dogs on the Go. More than 70% of households in Australia own a companion animal, with dogs leading this trend. In fact, an estimated 1.7 million dogs now accompany their owners on road trips, sea adventures, and off-grid explorations each year. But with the joys of travel come practical challenges, especially when it comes to feeding our four-legged friends.
The Travel Dilemma: Feeding Dogs on the Go
For many pet parents who travel, space is limited, refrigeration is limited, and traditional dog food options are inadequate. Caravaners and campers struggle with bulky kibble, heavy cans, or perishable raw food that’s ill-suited for life on the move.
Christine Milicich, a long-term traveller who’s been on the road for five years, puts it plainly: “Space and weight are at such a premium when you’re travelling in a caravan. There’s just no room for traditional food.” Her solution? Freeze-dried meals.
Why Freeze-Dried Food Works
Freeze-dried food is light, shelf-stable, and nutrient-dense. One kilogram of the product reconstitutes into four kilos of raw food, saving weight and bulk. Freeze-dried food eliminates the need for refrigeration and preservatives, making it the perfect choice for pet owners who frequently travel. I spoke to the founder of Frontier Pet Food, Diana Scott, to find out more; she said, “Adding warm water brings it back to its original raw form. She went on to explain, “It saves on heaps of space, and your pet gets a warm, fresh meal every time you serve it.”
For sailors Toni Mansilla and her husband, freeze-dried food is a non-negotiable”. Balancing life at sea with the needs of our senior dog James and energetic pup Sonny is effortless with Frontier Pets,” says Toni. “It delivers all the benefits of raw feeding without the hassle. Though we’ve traded many comforts for adventure, their health isn’t one of them.”
Ethically Sourced, Nutritionally Rich
Frontier Pets isn’t just about convenience – it’s about quality and ethics. The brand only uses 100% ethically sourced ingredients from Australian farmers who practice sustainable agriculture. Varieties include free-range beef, chicken, pork, salmon, and lamb for dogs, and free-range chicken and lamb for cats.
“Freeze-drying maintains all the nutritional value and calorific content of the raw ingredients,” explains Scott. “And because the ingredients are so good – so clean and ethical – the food is nutritionally superior.”
Order Anywhere, Anytime
Frontier Pets makes it easy for nomadic pet owners to get high-quality food wherever they are. Products can be ordered online at frontierpets.com.au and delivered anywhere in Australia, including PO boxes and remote locations.
Travel Light, Feed Right: The Freeze-Dried Pet Food Revolution
As Scott says, “Modern pet parents want health and wellness products designed specifically for their pets’ needs – and it’s our mission to meet that demand.”
More Australians are travelling or sailing with their dogs, and freeze-dried food from companies like Frontier Pets is revolutionising the industry by combining health, ethics, and convenience in a compact package. Whether you’re deep in the outback or anchored in a hidden bay, your pet’s next meal is just a splash of warm water away.
👩💼 About the Author
Carla Francis is a pet travel specialist and author of Travelling with Pets on Australia’s East Coast. With over a decade of experience researching Australia’s pet-friendly places, she has contributed to major publications including Caravan World, Dogs Life, and Camper Trailer Australia, among many others. Carla is passionate about making travel more accessible—and enjoyable—for pets and their humans.