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Winter cat nutrition: why indoor cats pile on weight when it gets cold

Winter cat nutrition: why indoor cats pile on weight when it gets cold Why winter triggers weight gain in indoor cats When the temperature drops across Australia — even in milder cities like Sydney and Brisbane — indoor cats instinctively seek warm spots and dramatically reduce how much they move around. According to the Australian

Assistance Dogs

Assistance Dogs: Making a Positive Impact One Paw At a Time

Animals instantly bring joy to everyone they come into contact with and have been shown to improve our mental health and well-being. This is why the presence of assistance dogs is such a positive and uplifting experience for the people who need them the most. Assistance dogs can provide companionship, love, and medical aid to

Dog Breed

Choosing the Right Dog Breed for You and Your Family

There are dozens of dog breeds to choose from – from tiny to giant, fluffy or short-haired. Each breed has its own unique characteristics and potential health risks. Some may need lots of physical activity, while others are fine with a daily walk. So, how do you know which dog breed will be the best

Veterinary Telehealth

Veterinary Telehealth: Is it the Right Option for Your Pet?

A lasting outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic is the shift of many services, including telehealth for humans and pets, to online platforms. But what is telehealth? Telehealth refers to a medical appointment (diagnosis, treatment, or consultation) conducted remotely via phone, video, or an online chat service. How do you know if telehealth or online/mobile vet