Australia Post is calling on local councils to adopt stricter measures in response to the alarming number of dog-related incidents involving Posties. New data has revealed more than 49 Posties a week have fallen victim to dog-related incidents in the past six months – an average of ten per day – with fears these numbers…
More than 9,000 dogs and cats are handed to Australian shelters each year because owners are no longer able to keep them in their home, or are no longer capable of caring for them, a new La Trobe University study has found.The study, Association of Socioeconomic Status and Reasons for Companion Animal Relinquishment, published in…
The truth about cats and dogs is Cavoodles are Australia’s favourite canine, while the Domestic Short Hair has purred its way to the title of Top Cat, according to Bupa Pet Insurance. The list, based on Bupa Pet Insurance policies, shows size doesn’t matter with big dogs like Labradors, Border Collies and Golden Retrievers making…
Director Justin Ward Starring Juju Brener, Mason Blomberg, Hana Hayes, Mason Wells, Adam Kulbersh. Score 3.5/6 When two twins discover their pet dog is shedding money, the evil neighbor kidnaps the money-making canine, and the kids must work together to save their pet, and their family. Okay, it’s been more than a little while since…
Editor’s Note: a big thank you to Tyler Evans of Dogzasters for writting this guide to help you prepare for a pet sitter. The Ultimate Guide to Preparing for a Pet Sitter: Your Furry Friend’s Care Comes First Planning a trip can be exciting, but it’s essential to ensure your furry friend is well-cared for…
Genetic analysis shows dingo populations have significantly less dog ancestry than previously thought. Wild dingo populations have less dog lineage, with a significantly greater proportion of pure dingoes than previously thought, according to new research, challenging the view that pure dingoes are on the decline due to crossbreeding. The findings, published in Molecular Ecology, suggest…
Screenwest is pleased to announce that New Leash on Life, a feel-good, family-friendly documentary series with our love of dogs at its core, has been greenlit for production as part of the ABC Factual Formats Initiative. “We are so excited to be bringing New Leash on Life to the ABC, and hope it will transform…
Christmas is only weeks away – and if you’re thinking about giving your loved one a puppy as a gift, Dogs Australia urges you to “think twice”. “Puppies can’t be exchanged, returned or put in the cupboard if the Christmas present isn’t the right fit. There’s a huge misconception that pets make great Christmas gifts…
The Cavoodle has become Australia’s most searched dog breed on Google. Pet Parlour (an online pet shop servicing Australian pet owners) looked at Google’s monthly search volume for dog breeds in August 2022 and compared that data to August 2017. It was found that Cavoodle had becomes the most searched dog breed with over 90,000…
Just like humans, dogs can also get seasonal allergies – sniffles, itchy eyes and itchy skin, in response to the pollen levels increasing and temperatures rising. Dogs Australia says it’s important to watch for the signs. “Seasonal allergies tend to occur predominantly in spring or autumn. And dogs can be sensitive to a wide variety…