Dog Care

We all know that looking after our furry friends comes with its ups and downs. Even the most patient and loving dog owner can be tested when they come home to a dug up garden and an upside down house! And we know how tough it can be on the whole family when our beloved pets are not well. We hope that the articles below will help give you advice, guidance and the right support when you need it!

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April 30, 2024

Why does my dog lick me? Understanding canine affection

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April 10, 2024

Dog insurance – Pet insurance claims for dogs in Australia

We know that owning a dog can get expensive. In fact, many of the people we talk to joke that raising kids can be comparable or sometimes turn out cheaper! But in all seriousness, owning a dog is a big responsibility and just like humans, dogs will fall ill at some point in their lives—it’s just inevitable.

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April 8, 2024

Dog desexing cost: Understanding neutering and spaying expenses

This article aims to give an overview on the benefits of desexing male and female dogs, when the ideal time to desex a dog is and how much the desexing procedure usually costs.

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March 19, 2024

Calming songs for anxious dogs: 50,000+ Spotify songs analysed

We’ve collected 53,176 songs and 295 playlists from Spotify, analysed the key characteristics of the songs, and bring you our findings from the most popular music currently being played to dogs.

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March 14, 2024

Understanding Pet Insurance: Does it cover desexing?

Pet insurance in Australia is designed to help with the costs of unforseen medical events like accidents and illnessness. Because desexing is considered as an elective procedure, it is generally not covered by pet insurance in Australia.

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February 29, 2024

IVDD Pet Insurance in Australia: Comprehensive Coverage

Taking pet insurance that covers IVDD can be a wise decision, as the treatment for this condition can be very expensive and complicated. Depending on the severity of the disease, your dog may need medication, surgery, physiotherapy, or alternative therapies to recover.

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February 27, 2024

Asbestos and pets – what you need to know

If you and your dog frequent any of these parks, you may rightly be concerned. Dogs tend to dig in soil and to lick things, which means they may ingest asbestos fibres as well as breathe them in. For your own peace of mind, speak to a vet.

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February 7, 2024

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your furry friend

They love us unconditionally, and are excited to see us every time we walk in the door. We know you don’t really need a special day to spoil your paw-fect pal, but why not celebrate Valentine’s Day with them anyway?

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January 30, 2024

How long can you leave a dog or puppy alone?

Sick dogs are notoriously good at masking symptoms, especially in the earlier stages of an illness. So by the time something is obviously wrong, their condition may be fairly advanced.

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November 7, 2023

How to tell if your dog is sick? Know the signs

Sick dogs are notoriously good at masking symptoms, especially in the earlier stages of an illness. So by the time something is obviously wrong, their condition may be fairly advanced.

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September 29, 2023

Dog dental care – what you need to know

Something that is often overlooked by dog owners is their dog’s dental care. We take our dental health very seriously and, in turn, we should be doing the same for our pets.

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September 14, 2023

Toxic plants for dogs: Protect your canine companions

There are some plants which can be very dangerous to pets, even after small ingestions, so it’s wise to not take any chances. The best policy is to deny access to all potentially toxic plants for dogs.

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