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Paw-fect pals: How adopting a senior pet can help you feel younger
If you struggle to stick to a regular exercise routine or are missing some laughter and companionship, a senior pet can be the best medicine.
Written by
Hilary Board
Pets
Poisoned pets: The hidden dangers posed by common houseplants
Poisoned pets: The hidden dangers posed by common houseplants
Avoid bringing these plants home if you have cats and/or dogs.
Written by
Anna Wall
Pets
The ‘pawfect’ organic dog treats to keep your pet happy and healthy
The ‘pawfect’ organic dog treats to keep your pet happy and healthy
Does your dog fancy kangaroo, salmon or maybe peanut butter? Even the pickiest eater is almost certain to be tempted by Barkly treats!
Written by
Jocelyn Nickels
News
No pooch for you! Older Aussies least likely to own pets
No pooch for you! Older Aussies least likely to own pets
The survey also found that cat owners recorded a lower wellbeing than those with dogs.
Written by
Rachael Rosel
Pets
How to keep your pets safe this summer
How to keep your pets safe this summer
With NRMA rescuing 1,400 pets from locked cars in the past 12 months - being a vigilant owner has never been so important.
Written by
Rachael Rosel
News
Who’s the favourite? Top dog breeds of 2020 revealed
Who’s the favourite? Top dog breeds of 2020 revealed
With pet ownership rates skyrocketing in 2020, which breeds proved the most popular?
Written by
Rachael Rosel
News
Calming canines: The dog breeds that reduce the most stress
Calming canines: The dog breeds that reduce the most stress
The results found that after five minutes of dog cuddles, most owners' stress levels were reduced by about half.
Written by
Rachael Rosel
Downsizing your home
You and your best friend: How to rent and have a pet
You and your best friend: How to rent and have a pet
Many seniors are turning to pet ownership for a sense of comfort and companionship.
Written by
Ingenia Gardens
Pets
Real-life Dr Dolittle: Pet psychic reveals secrets of communicating with animals
Real-life Dr Dolittle: Pet psychic reveals secrets of communicating with animals
One client sought out Amanda De Warren's services after suspecting that her husband was having an affair, while another client's cat exposed her husband's secret stash of money.
Written by
Jessica Galley
Pets
‘Don’t just wing it! Know the rules around keeping backyard chickens’
‘Don’t just wing it! Know the rules around keeping backyard chickens’
Considering a coop? Be sure to double check your local council's rules - some of them are weirder than you think!
The Backyard Chicken Buff
Chris Lesley
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