DOGGOBRAU IS BACK! THE BEER STARRING LOCAL DOGS THAT HELPS RESCUE ANIMALS
Dog lovers, this one is for you: DoggoBrau, the beer with real local dogs on the can, is back on shelves around Australia.
The DoggoBrau Tropical XPA from Bright Brewery in Victoria's High Country launched nationally on Thursday, November 12.
Better still, 10 per cent of every sale goes to RSPCA Victoria to help animals in need.
Meet the faces of DoggoBrau 2026
Every year the cans feature much loved pooches from the town of Bright, and this year's line up is four very good dogs.
Say hello to Tuka, Wallace, Bert and Ivy, who have swapped their usual walks for a moment of fame on the label.
According to Australian Dog Lover, the collaboration between the brewery and RSPCA Victoria began back in 2021.
Bright Brewery's Evin Craney says the idea came about simply because the team loves making beer and loves dogs.
RSPCA Victoria's Chris Doig says the partnership has been "fantastic from the very beginning".
What is in the can
The DoggoBrau Tropical XPA is described by the brewery as an easy drinking tropical extra pale ale.
It is 4.5 per cent alcohol and comes in 440ml cans.
The brewery says it pours a pale, clear yellow with a slight haze.
It is brewed with Galaxy Prysma and Krush hops and a mix of pale, wheat, Vienna and Carahell malts.
A four pack has a recommended retail price of $27.50.
You can find it at independent bottle shops, selected pubs and bars, on tap at the brewery in Bright, or online through the Bright Brewery website.
A feel good gift for the dog lover in your life
With Christmas only weeks away, a four pack with a cute dog on the front could make a thoughtful present for the dog mad friend or family member who has everything.
Pop it in a hamper with a new lead, a box of dog treats and a card from the family pet for a gift that gives back twice.
It is also a nice way to support animal welfare without having to do anything more than enjoy a cold drink on a warm evening.
As always, please enjoy alcohol responsibly and never drink and drive.
Keep the DoggoBrau for humans only
There is one very important thing to remember: beer is for people, not pets.
Hops, one of the key ingredients in beer, can be dangerous for dogs.
According to the ASPCA in the United States, hops can cause a dangerous rise in a dog's body temperature.
Other warning signs include panting or fast breathing, vomiting or diarrhoea, agitation and a racing heart.
Symptoms can start around 30 minutes after a dog eats hops, although in rare cases they can be delayed by up to eight hours.
Used hops left over from home brewing can be just as risky as fresh ones.
So if you are a home brewer, store your hops and brewing leftovers well out of reach of curious noses.
Summer party tips for pet owners
Summer barbecues and Christmas get togethers are lots of fun, but they can be tricky for pets.
Keep drinks off low tables, and ask guests not to share food or drinks with your dog, however hard those puppy eyes try.
Empty glasses and cans can be tempting, so clear them away quickly.
Give your pet a quiet, cool space away from the noise, with plenty of fresh water.
If you think your dog has swallowed hops, beer or anything else it should not have, call your vet or nearest emergency vet straight away.
Hops toxicity is treatable, but quick action makes all the difference.
Now that is something worth raising a glass to.
