Exposed: Tail Docking and Ear Cropping of Dogs in Australia

Boxer with docked tail

There is rising number of dog breeders in Australia that are taking part in animal body modification (mutilation?) practices such as tail docking, ear cropping, and even debarking. Animal welfare organisations confirm they’re seeing this too, with the RSPCA reporting a 621% increase from 2015 to 2020.  The reason? News outlets say social media trends … Read more

The Ultimate Holiday Reads for Animal Lovers

cat books and dog books make great holiday reading

What’s better than tucking into some good dog or cat books by the poolside this summer? Picture it. Sunglasses, a tall glass of something cool, a cool breeze on sun-dappled skin and your nose deep between the pages of a pet-themed book. Because if we’ve learned anything from the past couple of pandemic years, it’s … Read more

Packing for a Car Trip this Holiday: Tips for Getting it Right

girl and labrador in car boot packed for trip to sea

Packing for a long car trip and not sure how to cram everything into your boot? Road trips are a lot of fun, but sometimes require some Tetris-level packing skills. Especially if you’re going to be gone for a couple of weeks or more. Here’s how to pack safely and effectively for any car trip. … Read more

Christmas Dinner Recipes for Pets. Get Cooking!

dog and cat Christmas dinner recipes satisfy this pair of pets

This festive season we’ve put together dog and cat Christmas dinner recipes that are fun and safe for your furry friends. We know how difficult it can be not to share some scraps of succulent turkey off your plate with pooch or a sliver of honey basted ham with your cat. But beware – many … Read more

The Many Physical Benefits of Having a Dog or Cat

man with dog in park - a benefit of having a dog is the exercise they give you

Our pets are the epitome of unconditional love. And any pet parent will attest to the fact that this comes with some mental wellbeing benefits. There’s nothing quite like dog or cat snuggles at the end of a stressful day. But did you know there are also physical benefits of having a dog or cat? … Read more

Safe and Fun Ways To Spoil Your Dog This Christmas

two dogs with Christmas hats on red background

When we think of Christmas, it’s all about the food. But too many treats can cause a host of health problems for both humans and dogs. So this festive season we’re sharing ways to spoil your dog without turning to the dog biscuits and Christmas dinner scraps. Why you should spoil your dog without food … Read more

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