Companion Animals

10 reasons why dogs and cats don’t make good Christmas gifts

Rescued animals can be wonderful additions to a family – but just not when they’re given as gifts to unsuspecting recipients during one of the most chaotic times of …

How to Find a Dog Park Anywhere in Australia

A new website has been launched to help dog guardians find dog parks and dog-friendly accommodation across Australia.

Peace in the Pack: How to Introduce New Dogs and Cats

There is usually no reason why cats and dogs won’t accept newcomers into their environments when the latter are introduced correctly.

What Your Senior Animal Can’t Tell You – but You Need to Know

As they age, our animal companions may suffer from health problems which can be easy to miss. Know the symptoms to look out for and what to do about …

1080, the Killer Poison: What You Need to Know

1080 poison is banned in many countries, but Australia is one of six where it’s still used. Get all the facts you need to protect your animal companions.

Poisonous Foods for Dogs and Cats

Do you know which foods are harmful to dogs and cats? Check out our list to find out how to keep your companion animals healthy.

‘Finding Dory’: Why Blue Tangs (or Any Other Fish) Don’t Belong in Tanks

Finding Dory is here, and that’s great news for movie fans, but it could mean danger for fish. Don’t be tempted to buy a blue tang as a “pet”.

Keep Animals Cool in Hot Weather

With much of the country experiencing extreme heat, I’d like to share the following tips for helping our animal companions weather the “dog days” of summer: Walk dogs early …

Dr Katrina Warren Talks Animal Care With PETA

TV veterinarian Dr Katrina Warren took time out of her busy schedule to answer some questions about companion-animal care for PETA. Read on to learn about her views concerning …