Veterinarians are cautioning pet owners to be aware of the dangers that come with Halloween. Dr Kersti Seksel from the Animal Referral Hospital says 20 per cent of pets have an anxiety disorder and any change in routine can be upsetting to them. “We are seeing an increase in trick-or-treating in Australia and often kids […]
He has graced our screens, created our furniture and featured in more than a few top publications (including his own — The Outdoor Room) but Jamie Durie is just as happy at home with his dog, a Rhodesian Ridgeback named Bodhi. Starting his career as a horticulturalist, Jamie Durie has always felt very close to […]
We’re celebrating the achievements of dogs across Australia with our first-ever Dog of the Year Awards! Hollywood has the Oscars. The music world has the Grammys. Even Australian television has its night of nights, the Logies. But what about our dogs? Our canine companions do so much for us every single day. From acting as […]
Dog trainer Zoe Daly not only teaches dog obedience classes; she also trains canines to save lives. Daly chats to Kylie Baracz about her work training these remarkable dogs. How long have you been working with dogs and how did you get started? I have been training dogs for seven years, working professionally at a […]
Flying in from Viva Las Vegas – Haus of Paws is our latest ‘Blog of the week’! Home to bold and unusual dog stories there is never a dull moment discovering how diverse and unusual the pet world can be. Haus of Paws blog features stories that give new meaning to pet owners who believe […]
Assistance dogs are vital for people not capable of living independently, so the job of raising assistance puppies to take on this role is a very important responsibility, writes Kylie Baracz. Taking on a puppy and raising it to become an assistance or therapy dog is a tough job. The young canine spends its first […]
COMPETITION CLOSED Designed with tough love in mind, this plush Christmas-themed toy can be used as a retriever or tug and provides hours of entertainment and mental stimulation for your pooch. DGG’s Reindeer Plush Toy is soft and cuddly, with stretch-pull legs and a squeaker. It will make an ideal gift for smaller dogs that […]
COMPETITION CLOSED Rufus & Coco has developed a range of pet care products containing natural pyrethrins that easily and effectively eradicate fleas, repel insects and control lice without the use of harsh chemicals. New to the range is the 7 Day Flea Fix, a natural concentrated treatment rinse that controls fleas, lice and adult brown […]
COMPETITION CLOSED Rose-Hip Vital Canine is a 100 per cent natural anti-inflammatory that may be of benefit for improving the joint health and general wellbeing of active and aging dogs. It’s also a powerful antioxidant, a rich source of vitamin C, and is safe, scientifically proven and registered by the APVMA. For more information, visit […]
COMPETITION CLOSED From a nutritional perspective, small dogs have different needs than large canines. This is why Purina One has provided a Small Breed Dog range, specifically developed to meet the nutritional needs of smaller dogs. The range includes products for puppies and senior dogs, as well as healthy weight management, digestive and indoor-specific products. […]