Despite the number of households with pets in Australia, we are behind other countries in allowing our furry family members on public transport. There have been some recent developments, but nothing too revolutionary. Guide dogs and assistance animals, such as seeing-eye dogs, hearing dogs, guide dogs in training, and general assistance dogs, are the exception […]
As Christmas and the summer holidays are right around the corner (YAY!), you may already be making holiday and travel plans. If you are staying in Australia, you might consider travelling with your furry family member. Not only does it save you money on a pet sitter or pet boarding, but it also makes your
One of the most important things you need to do when you first get a puppy or kitten is to toilet train them. It’s not a fun thing to do, but neither is cleaning up toileting accidents! If you put in the hard work right away, you will be rewarded with a toilet-trained puppy or
The worst part of having a pet is, without a doubt, having to say goodbye to them when they inevitably reach the end of their life. Like humans, pets can die from old age, disease or after suffering from an accident, and just like humans, they too deserve the best end-of-life care and dignity in
Just like humans, dogs and cats also love their food, especially treats or foods that aren’t the best for their health. Unfortunately, this can lead to issues with their weight and health, which can have a negative impact on their quality of life. A 2025 study conducted in Australia found that approximately 41% of dogs
