Does your dog love to discover new places and wander quiet canals? Not only are the canals of the Brecon Beacons National Park perfect for a dog-friendly holiday, but they now mean you can compete for Canal Dog of the Year.

If you’re thinking of a holiday in this stunning corner of Wales, just take a photo of your pooch enjoying the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal and enter it into the competition.

Each month, the dog with the most online votes will be announced in the Brecon & Radnor Express, as well as being entered for the title of ‘Canal Dog of the Year 2012’.

National Pet Month (03 April - 03 May) is almost upon us, and to celebrate Blue Chip Holidays has released its top ten dog-friendly holiday homes close to year round pro-hound beaches.  With over 170 coastal and rural pet-friendly properties to choose from, dog owners will be spoilt for choice whenever they choose to take their four legged friend away for fun and frolics this year.

Blue Chip Holidays' holiday advisor and resident dog blogger Susie Walker, with the help of her English Bullmastiff Deefa, report on the wide range of dog-friendly breaks we offer. This week it's the beautiful North Cornwall town of Newquay.

If you own a dog then I am sure that you will agree with me when I say that my dog is my top priority both at home and when we go on holiday, which is why it is so important to find the best property and best location in order to accommodate all of his needs and my own of course!

One of the newer recruits in the bookings team, Susie Walker has already risen to the coveted position of Blue Chip Holidays' official Dog Blogger. Over the coming months, Susie will be bringing you all the latest news on dog-friendly properties, beaches and activities so you and your dog can best enjoy your holiday! To get the ball rolling, here's a brief introduction. You'd be barking mad not to read on...