Caring for senior pets
Senior pets are truly special – they are gentle and wise – and just like with humans, senior years for our pets should be relaxed and enjoyable.
Planning for your pet’s future
Pets are often our cherished companions but very few of us have a plan in place should we find ourselves unable to look after them. That’s why it is important to prepare...
Local dog treats reducing your global paw print
Alison Kirk-Lauritsen is the brains behind the sustainable dog treat brand Feed for Thought, developed locally in collaboration with her personal taste tester, Max.
Helping pets cope with return to work
Working from home has been a great opportunity to bond with our pets, but as life slowly returns to normal, it’s important to help pets adjust to a life at home without...
The purr-fect winter pet care guide
With many pet parents working from home, fur babies are likely to be spending more time indoors. While pets can be a source of comfort, it’s important to take care of their...
DIY natural dry dog shampoo
Find yourself cooped up at home with the
dog and notice Fido’s a little on the nose? Here’s a simple DIY project to help
keep you occupied – and keep your canine fur baby...
When to get a family pet
Australians love their
pets. Around two-thirds of dog and cat owners refer to their furry friends as a
member of the family and pet ownership rates are among the highest in the world
with 61%...
Keeping your dog safe at the beach
It’s summer time and the beach is calling. If you’re planning on taking your dog seaside, be sure to keep a close eye for any potential risks that could spoil a great...
The V.I.Pooch experience
Taking your dog to a hotel seems like it’s bound to end badly, especially if you own a (sometimes) naughty miniature dachshund. But when we found out Ovolo Hotels are now ‘pooch...
Do’s and don’ts for cats and dogs in the garden
Poisonous plants to be wary of in the Canberra garden for cats and dogs.
You might be surprised to know that many of our popular locally grown plants can be toxic to our...
Paws hit the pavement for the RSPCA
It’s your pooch’s favourite time of the year again!
The RSPCA’s annual Million Paws Walk (MPW) is coming to Lake Burley Griffin once again, where paws will pound the pavement in support of...
Summer pet care
RSPCA ACT wants to make sure all our furry friends have a great summer! Here is their advice on caring for pets during intense heat:
Did you know that your pet can experience...
How RSPCA ACT keep pets and people cool
It’s 1pm and about 39°C on a stinking hot January day as we stand in the RSPCA’s dog training paddock watching their rescue dog ‘Mate’, who has the right idea, frolicking about...
Inside & out: Pet drinking enough water
The latest in news, trends and happenings for the home.
Is your pet drinking enough water?
December is Pet Hydration Awareness Month, and PetSafe Australia wants to make sure we’re all able to recognise...
Protect your pet
Canberrans are being encouraged to protect their furry friends this summer.
As summer approaches and Canberrans head for the beach, pet owners are being encouraged to put a tick prevention plan in place.
The...
Brush up on pet health
Keeping pets healthy all year round is important, and dental health is just as critical for our pets as it is for us. August is Pet Dental Health Month – a prime...