High meat diet for dogs is best says NZ study
By serving up a high meat diet for dogs rather than the “human-like” fare favoured by many, dog owners can improve the well-being of their pet, a new study shows. The independent New Zealand study – only the second of its kind in the world – found the high meat diet...
Dogs and Toxic Plants in Australia list
Dogs and Toxic plants in Australia - list of plants you don't want near your dog! Small animal Veterinarian, Dr Anne Fawcett was interviewed recently for a Pets4Life podcast about the common animal emergencies she sees in her clinic. Dogs and toxic plants in Australia...
Essential tips for choosing a good dog training class
Do you have a new puppy or adopted an adult dog or you've tried a few dog trainers but getting nowhere with your dog's behaviour? Cathy Beer, dog training student at the Delta Institute shares her essential tips for choosing a good dog training class to set your dog...
Vets fight antibiotic resistance in pets
Vets play a vital role in tackling antibiotic resistance in pets Australia’s peak veterinary body, the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), says the veterinary profession has long been proactive in working alongside human heath experts to fight antibiotic...
Tips to keep your pet healthy from Pets4Life community
Pets4Life community shares their tips to keep your pet healthy It's well known that pets bring many benefits to our lives. Research has shown that owning a pet can have a number of physical health benefits including increased cardiovascular health, increased physical...
Cat facial expression what it means
Researchers unlock the mystery of cat facial expression and what it means Researchers from the U.K.'s University of Lincoln may have finally unlocked the mystery of the cat facial expression and what it means reports Jenn Savedge, MNN.com For their study, the team...
Digger the ANZAC War Dog bravery to be commemorated
Digger the ANZAC War Dog was a dark brown and white bulldog who accompanied his owner, Sergeant James Harold Martin, during his three and a half years with the AIF. Digger's remarkable service is described as how he 'went over the top' 16 times and had been through...
Chocolate poisoning in pets simply explained by Vet Anne Fawcett
It's that time of the year when we tend to forget the diet and enjoy a chocolate Easter egg...or several! It's also that time of the year when veterinarians see many cases of chocolate poisoning in pets. Chocolate can kill. Find out why some vegan chocolates can cause...
Hearing dogs change lives – Luna’s story of devotion and tragic loss
More than a companion, hearing dogs give their owners the opportunity to become more independent and have even saved lives. Hearing dogs trained by Lions Hearing Dogs Australia alert their owners to sounds in the home by touching the owner with a paw—things like...
Warning! Flat faced cats have serious health issues
Warning! Flat faced cats have serious health issues Think carefully when choosing a cat breed for the family. There is mounting evidence to show that flat faced cats have serious health issues says International Cat Care. In recent months the issue of health problems...
AWLQ Stray Animals’ Day 4 April 2017
Animal Welfare League Queensland Ambassador NRL Titan Chris McQueen has launched AWLQ’s inaugural Stray Animals’ Day April 4 challenge with a target of $124,000, to cover the cost of running its vital foster house program. “An incredible 6,200 animals, or more than...
MPs support Dog Theft Awareness Day U.K.
MPs support Dog Theft Awareness Day U.K. Around 50 MPs supported Dog Theft Awareness Day on 14th March 2017 at Westminster, England reported Pet Gazette's, Sara Cork. Organised by the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance and hosted by Dartford MP, Gareth Johnson, the day...
