Dogs make for great travel buddies, but before you grab the keys and pack the car, there are a few things you can do to make sure your dog’s car ride is safe and comfortable. Firstly, it’s useful to know where travel anxiety in most dogs stems from. Generally, it’s the unfamiliarity of it all!...
Back in March, we were part of a very special day that, much to everyone’s surprise, nearly had fatal consequences. Catherine & Daniel were celebrating their Wedding at Bendooley Estate in Berrima on Thursday, March 25th. After two postponements due to Covid, these two would finally be sharing their day alongside their family and...
Did you know some fruits and vegetables can offer a healthy snack for your dog? Just like for us humans, they provide a range of health benefits and can be a great alternative for treats. Keep reading to find out which ones to add to your shopping list! Why are fruits and vegetables good for...
Socialisation is the special learning process that allows dogs to learn to live in society. Thorough socialisation, dogs learn to accept the close proximity of people as well as other dogs and animals. Unfortunately, most people are still unaware of normal canine behaviour and development, let alone the importance of socialisation. Social time with other...
Not all dogs can handle the extreme cold that some parts of the country see, particularly in the more Southern regions such as Victoria and Tasmania. So it’s important that as Winter approaches, we’re watching our dogs closely during the cold, especially if we’re hit with a particularly cold snap that could drastically affect their...
As if there weren’t enough reasons to be cautious when moving around outdoors in the last 12 months, we’ve now been made aware of another life-threatening disease that’s frantically making it’s way across the country and causing distress to dog owners nationwide. Canine Ehrlichiosis This isn’t your regular old kennel cough outbreak that can be...
Our doggies love beautiful weather, just like us! There’s not a whole heap better than a good walk on a beautiful day with a happy doggy. But changing seasons can be tricky for pets, so it’s important to be aware that they can struggle just as much as we might with the health affects of...
Sun safety for dogs is super important, especially in the harsh Aussie sun and particularly if you’ve got a white or short-haired pet. There are a few ways you can help your dog slip, slop and slap, here are our top 4 tips! Why is sun safety for dogs so important? There are a few reasons...
Sleeping all day in the sun. It’s a human’s dream, and a cat’s never-ending reality! Find a nice spot of sun in your home, and generally you’ll find your cat there too lapping it all up. So why do cats like to hang around in the sun so much? A full fur coat isn’t always...
I feel like I heard this a lot when I was a kid. It’s just one of those weird facts you hear around the schoolyard that you pass onto your cousin one day and they pass it around their school and suddenly it just becomes one of those things you believe but never really look...
