When choosing the perfect turf for your South East Queensland lawn, a lot of people fall into the trap of picking purely on price or appearance.
But what about the family member who’s probably getting the most use out of your lawn?
Your dog (or dogs).
If you’ve got multiple pets, or one very energetic one on your hands, your turf choice matters more than you might think. Durability, recovery rate and softness under paws all come into play.
Which begs the question: what is the best turf for dogs in Brisbane?
Best Grass for Dogs in Full Sun: TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda
Ask us any day of the week, and the first name we’ll drop is TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda.
TifTuf is a heavy-traffic hero. It’s the same style of grass you’ll often see on sporting fields thanks to its excellent wear tolerance, rapid recovery and strong durability. In other words, it can handle whatever your canine has in mind without turning into a dirt patch.
If TifTuf does get damaged, it repairs itself quickly thanks to its underground rhizome and runner system. Even if the surface looks worn, the grass regrows from below ground like a built-in backup plan, handy when your pooch decides the lawn is their personal racetrack.
On top of that, TifTuf has a soft, fine leaf that feels great underfoot. It’s also the only turfgrass in Australia awarded the Smart Approved WaterMark for drought tolerance. That means:
-
Lower water bills
-
Strong performance in the Brisbane heat
-
A softer surface for pets and kids
Dreamy, durable, drought-tough TifTuf is a variety that’s hard to look past.
Best Grass for Dogs in Shaded Areas
Now, before you fully commit to TifTuf, let’s talk shade. How much is your backyard throwing?
TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda is a sun-loving couch grass and needs at least 5–6 hours of direct sunlight per day to thrive. If your backyard doesn’t bask in sunlight all day, we’ve got some options to run by you.
For shaded Brisbane yards, look toward:
Both varieties perform well with around 4 hours of direct sunlight per day and still offer the durability we’re seeking for pets. That said, any grass in heavy shade will wear faster if it’s also dealing with high traffic; it’s just the nature of the turf game.
If low maintenance is high on your wish list, you’re still in safe hands. Sir Walter and Zoysia Australis have moderate growth rates, meaning less mowing than TifTuf, which grows faster and requires more frequent trims.
A bonus tick for Sir Walter DNA Certified, it’s known as a low-allergenic lawn, making it a great choice for families with kids or pets prone to allergies.
Seriously, What Grass Should I Choose?
Here’s your cheatsheet:
Choose TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda if:
-
You have large or very active dogs
-
Your lawn gets plenty of sun
-
You want the fastest repair and strongest wear tolerance
Choose Sir Walter DNA Certified or Zoysia Australis if:
-
Your yard has moderate shade
-
Your dog is less active, or you only have one
-
You want lower mowing and maintenance
At the end of the day, the best pet-friendly turf in Brisbane comes down to sunlight, activity level and how much maintenance you’re willing to do. Get those three right, and both you and your four-legged family members will be happy campers.
And if you’re still tossing up between options, our team at GoTurf Brendale is always here to help.
Contact Us
Leave a comment
This site is protected by hCaptcha and the hCaptcha Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.