Latest Cat
Nine per cent increase in pet cat vaccination in past year
The Cat Protection Society of NSW has announced a positive change in owner attitudes to responsible cat ownership, with its latest Ipsos survey showing a 9% increase in the number of vaccinated pet cats since last year. But with kitten season around the corner, it’s...
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Benefits of early-age cat desexing
Health communication key to uptake of early-age cat desexing The Cat Protection Society of NSW has announced a positive change in owner attitudes to responsible cat ownership, but with kitten season around the corner, it’s not time to be complacent about keeping our...
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Solution to dog bite incidents in the community
Vets say a sensible solution to dog bite incidents should be based on science The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) says that breed is not a good indicator of behaviour and that legislative decisions in relation to managing dog bites should be based on evidence...
Top dog film festival 2018
The Top Dog Film Festival was launched in 2017 to showcase the incredible bond between dogs and their people through independent films. The 2018 Top Dog Film Festival will tour in the second half of the year, screening over 2 hours of the most inspirational,...
AUSTRALIA-WIDE WINNERS FOR COMPANION ANIMAL RESCUE
517 entries received in inaugural companion animal rescue awards Companion Animal Rescue Awards Founder Cathy Beer from Pets4Life is thrilled to announce the winners of the inaugural Companion Animal Rescue Awards which celebrate and recognise inspiring examples of...
Offers
Pets4Life’s Book of Treats Giveaway!
This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Natasha Street, TAS, Sally Purbick-Illek, QLD and Joanne Blaik, VIC! Thanks to Vet Shop Australia, we have 3 copies of the Book of Treats to giveaway valued at $14.95 each. Each winner will each receive one recipe...
CAT LOVERS SHOW MELBOURNE GIVEAWAY 2018
The competition has now closed. Congratulations to Peter Simpson, Anne Radisch, and Michelle Willoughby! The 3 winners of our Cat Lovers Show Melbourne Giveaway will each receive one pair of e-tickets delivered to directly to their email inbox by the organisers of...
Dog behaviour & Training
Inaugural Therapy Dog Awareness Month
Did you know over 20,000 Australians enjoy a visit from a therapy dog each week? From kids in a hospital to residents in nursing homes, anxious uni students and stressed office workers – every day around our nation lives are being uplifted by hard-working canines who...
Pet Wellbeing
Domestic Violence and Animal Abuse Conference 2018
Lucy’s Project, the peak organisation raising awareness of the link between animal abuse and domestic violence in Australia, will this weekend bring together family violence specialists, veterinary professionals and policy makers for the Lucy’s Project conference....
Adoptable pet of the week
Adopt a male domestic short hair cat in QLD
You can adopt a male domestic short hair cat in QLD from Angel Paws Inc. This is SEBASTIAN! This super intelligent boy somehow ended up unclaimed in a NQ pound. He has obviously been well loved. He is incredibly affectionate and loves nothing better than sitting on...
Pet adoption
AUSTRALIA-WIDE WINNERS FOR COMPANION ANIMAL RESCUE
517 entries received in inaugural companion animal rescue awards Companion Animal Rescue Awards Founder Cathy Beer from Pets4Life is thrilled to announce the winners of the inaugural Companion Animal Rescue Awards which celebrate and recognise inspiring examples of...
Pet Parent Stories & Tips
Kelly Giles shares 3 tips for introducing a puppy to a cat
When Daisy, the beloved family Labrador passed away last year, the Giles family took their time before deciding to bring home 'Bee', a Groodle (Golden Retriever Poodle cross) puppy in November. Little did they know that their 7-year-old cat, Lincoln was not too keen...
Book review
Welcoming an adopted dog into your home
How to turn a new adolescent or adult dog into your “best dog ever!” Thinking of adopting an adult dog? Diana Rayment from Greyhound Adoption Program Victoria recommends this book 'Love has no age limit' by Patricia McConnell PhD and Karen London PhD. This book tells...
EVERY ANIMAL DESERVES A GOOD LIFE, NOT JUST A LIFE OF EXISTENCE
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