Whether working on a farm or providing vital assistance to people living with special needs, recent studies have shown that the key to a working dog’s success is a positive environment, writes Kate Potter.
Kylie Baracz speaks to Jan Allen about her involvement with AMRRIC and how she has helped increase the wellbeing of rural dogs in indigenous communities.
They may appear to be an unlikely pair — a Greyhound, the fastest breed of dog on earth, and a 91 year old — but these two make the perfect match, writes Kylie Baracz.
Agile, fierce and always up for a challenge, Bob is a legend in the force. Not just your everyday police officer, Bob’s a Belgian Shepherd and one of NSW’s finest police dogs, writes Michele Tydd.
They’ve served with us on fields of battle and have saved thousands of lives in the process. With Anzac Day upon us, Kristie Bradfield takes a look at the proud history of military working dogs and their handlers.
George was quick to learn how to “come” and “sit” at puppy school. But the surprising thing is, he’s not a puppy — he’s a piglet, writes Kylie Baracz.
Picking up your dog’s poo may be gross, but getting your hands dirty is the best way to do the environment one very big favour. Tim Falk reports.
Danielle Chenery investigates co-sleeping and finds out whether snuggling up to your beloved pet at night is detrimental to your health.
Have you ever thought how assistance dogs go from playful pups to sensible and loyal companions? Kylie Baracz speaks to the organisations that train dogs to help us in times of need.
From tracking the distance of your daily walk to monitoring important factors of your dog’s behaviour, high-tech dog collars are the next big thing in the pet industry. Tim Falk reports.