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Dogs- health advice and tips

• Toxic human food for dogs. It's best not to share!

  If you share your home with a dog it can be hard not to share your snacks, and it may seem a kindness to give your dog ... read on...

• Osteoathritis- new treatment for dogs

  Dogs suffering the pain of osteoarthritis now have a new alternative, and it is probably one of the most exciting new ... read on...

• Why does my dog smell?

  There are many reasons why your dog may smell bad and most of the odours described as ‘doggy’ are due ... read on...

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Dog Behaviour and training

• Babies and dogs

  Pets usually adapt very well to the arrival of a baby but it is important to plan properly and be sensible with your actions read on...

• Digging

  Tips to stop your dog doing the gardening for you read on...

• Separation Anxiety - Dogs Behaving Badly

  If you think you have the naughtiest dog on the block who barks, whines and howls in your absence and drives your neighbours mad, you are not alone.... read on...

Cats

• Litter box issues

  Cats are by nature fastidiously clean, so a wee or poo outside the tray indicates something is bothering your cat read on...

• Cat Diaries

  An online community for cat lovers read on...

• Cleaning Up Toileting Accidents

  ‘Accidents’ around the home need to be cleaned up properly     read on...

Travelling with pets

• Happy Holidays

  Nothing is more fun than a family holiday when the pets are invited too.  Careful preparation is the key to ensuring the whole family has a safe and enjoyable time. Here are some tips to help with your travels. read on...

• Cats and holidays

  The thought of going on holiday without our pets is almost unbearable but what are the best options when it comes to cats? read on...

General Interest

• Christmas safety and pets

  Most people include their pets in their Christmas activities but vet clinics  are often inundated with calls about Christmas mishaps read on...

• Bushfire Evacuation Plan For Pets

  Our beloved pets are often overlooked in evacution plans, yet people are understandably distraught when they leave their pet  behind. Pet owners need to take responsibility for evacuating their pets and plan ahead. read on...

• An Empty House – coping with the loss of a pet

  My experience of losing my two beloved pets, Toby and Milly within 6 months of each other has shattered me read on...

Pet Tips

• Exercising your pooch

  Explore different exercise options for your pooch read on...

• Cats & Kids

  I have fond memories of growing up with my family cat ‘KG’ - a black and white moggy who used to sleep on my bed with my favourite teddies and dolls. When I was about six, I remember being thrilled when KG chose my bed to sleep on, ... read on...

• Desexing your pet

  Every year throughout Australia we still see many thousands of unwanted kittens and puppies euthanased  as a result of people not desexing their pets. read on...