How to keep your senior dog comfortable in winter: warmth, routine and vet monitoring Why winter hits older dogs harder Dogs aged seven and over are generally considered seniors, and the cold months can amplify conditions that are already quietly at work — arthritis, reduced circulation and a less efficient immune response. Older dogs lose […]
Winter Hazards at Home: Heating, Cords and Open Fires — Keeping Pets Safe Indoors Why winter heating creates new risks for pets As temperatures drop across Australia, pets and their owners move indoors together — and that cosy shift brings a cluster of hazards that simply don't exist in summer. Dogs and cats are drawn
Feeding Your Dog in Winter: Does the Cold Change What Your Dog Needs? Does cold weather actually change your dog's calorie needs? In genuinely cold climates, dogs can burn extra calories keeping warm — but Australia's winters are mild to moderate in most populated areas, and most pet dogs spend the majority of their time
Winter Wellness Checklist for Australian Dogs and Cats: An End-of-Season Health Review Why the winter-to-spring transition matters for your pet's health Australia's winters vary dramatically — from the sharp frosts of the southern highlands to the mild, wet months across coastal cities — and pets feel every bit of it. Reduced exercise, richer comfort food
Grooming Your Dog in Winter: Why Coat Care Matters More in the Cold Why winter changes the rules for dog grooming Australian winters are milder than many northern-hemisphere climates, but cold snaps, rain and indoor heating create a specific set of challenges for your dog's coat and skin. Dogs with longer or double-layered coats —
