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Pets are part the family too. Image source: Getty

Considering a Retirement Village

Pet friendly retirement villages: how do they work?

Expert shares insights on what to look for in a pet policy

Industry ExpertMark Bindon

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Is your dog too cold? How cold is too cold for outdoors?

Is your dog too cold? How cold is too cold for outdoors?

As winter sets in, you might be wondering: how do you know if your dog is warm enough? And how cold is too cold to take them outside and for a walk? Here are some guidelines to follow.

Written byThe Conversation

Worried about your dog getting cold this winter? Here's how to know if your dog is warm enough. Source: Getty

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Gorgeous pictures from Crufts 2022: the worlds greatest dog show

Gorgeous pictures from Crufts 2022: the worlds greatest dog show

Crufts, widely recognised as the world's greatest dog show, was held in NEC Birmingham last week, after a year off due to lockdowns. We rundown the winners and funny moments.

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Baxer, the flat-coated retriever and Handler Patrick Oware. Source: Getty Images

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Australia’s most popular dog breeds announced

Australia’s most popular dog breeds announced

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Australia revealed the top 10 trending dog breeds for the past year after analysing the Google searches of over 470 dog breeds to determine Australia’s most popular pups.

Written byMatthew Hart

Australia's top dog breeds have been announced. Source: Getty Images.

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Got some free time, and want to give back to your community? Become a wildlife carer

Got some free time, and want to give back to your community? Become a wildlife carer

Saving orphaned and injured wildlife is a round-the-clock passion for Fran Stewart. Discover how you can care for native wildlife in your area.

Written byLucy Harch

Wildlife carer Fran Stewart holding an orphaned brushtail possum joey

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Woof woof, who’s there? DogPhone lets lonely dogs videocall their owners

Woof woof, who’s there? DogPhone lets lonely dogs videocall their owners

In fantastic news for dog lovers everywhere, a new prototype invention called the DogPhone allows lonesome dogs to videocall their owners when they’re away from home.

Lonely dogs can connect with their absent owners on the DogPhone. Source: Getty

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This Possum Day, consider making a possum drey!

This Possum Day, consider making a possum drey!

The simplest and easiest animal home to make is a Ringtail Possum Drey, which will provide a creche of lovely little Ringtail Possums with a safe place to sleep.

Written byLucy Harch

Making a possum drey is easy. Source: @BARN/Facebook

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Every dog has its day…spa

Every dog has its day…spa

"We love our animals and would never do anything that makes them uncomfortable."

Written byChristine Retschlag

This is one way to get your dog to sit still while you cut their nails. Source: iggyhoney/TikTok

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Paw-fect pals: How adopting a senior pet can help you feel younger

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 byHilary Board

Feeling the effects of an empty nest? Adopting a senior pet can help fill the void. Source: Getty

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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 byAnna Wall

Are your house plants risking the safety of your furry family? Source: Getty

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