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Breeding For What? – Part 1: The Scottish Fold Cat
Where would we be without Labrador and Golden Retrievers being our eyes, German Shepherds saving lives, Ragdolls comforting our children and Chihuahuas biting our in-laws? Historically, we bred dogs to serve certain functions - Border Collies and Kelpies to herd and...
How To Find a Lost Pet
How To Find a Lost Pet It's important to learn how to find your furry friend if they ever take off in a panic. Follow these four steps for the most effective ways to find a lost pet. Step 1: Share your pet’s picture on social media Who isn’t on social...
Preparing Your Pet For End-of-Life Care
Preparing Your Pet For End-of-Life Care While it can be hard to think about life without your pet, eventually a decision must be made about what to do for their end-of-life care. Knowing what options you have can help ease your mind and make the situation less...
Leptospirosis alert – a deadly dog disease!
You may be aware of a new disease, potentially lethal for both dogs and humans alike, being diagnosed in areas of Sydney in recent months. There was a big feature on Leptospirosis on a TV news show recently. Initially, it was only ‘active’ in certain parts of Sydney....
3 Ways to Help Your Newly Adopted Cat Feel at Home
3 Ways to Help Your Newly Adopted Cat Feel at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, although welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year. However, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new...
3 Reasons Why Every Pet Owner Should Have Their Pet Microchipped
Is there any greater fear than the thought of losing your four-legged friend? No matter whether you live near a busy road, in the middle of a vast wilderness, or in a quiet suburb, you may worry about your pet slipping out an open door and becoming lost. However, with...
What You Need to Know About Cancer in Pets
Despite incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before, which might be due in part to our furry companions’ longer lives. Overall, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) estimates...
How To Protect Your Dog From Lyme Disease
Black-legged, or deer, ticks are the species responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs and people. Learn how to prevent Lyme disease in your dog with the following tips. #1: Avoid walking your dog in areas where ticks are likely to be Ticks don’t fall...
How To Pack a Pet First Aid Kit
Your furry pal is surrounded by hazards every day. Sometimes, these hazards can cause a life-threatening or fatal condition if not treated quickly enough, which is where pet first aid comes into play. Learn which supplies are essential when packing your pet’s first...
4 Tips on Welcoming a New Puppy into Your Home
Although we think every day should be puppy day, National Puppy Day falls on March 23 this year. If you’re planning on welcoming a new puppy home soon, these are some of the best ways to help them settle in. #1: Prepare for your new puppy’s arrival in advance...