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April 10, 2024
Cat Insurance – Pet Insurance claims for cats
We understand that owning a pet can get expensive. The cost of toys, food and flea medication aside, however, there will often be unforseen or unexpected costs that will arise, mostly concerning your cat’s health.
April 9, 2024
Ten common health problems for dogs
Health related problems in our pets are a part of life, and it’s important to educate ourselves about what conditions, illnesses or diseases are out there.
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.
April 7, 2024
A complete guide to dog and puppy vaccination schedules and costs
Many of the most serious canine diseases – including Canine Hepatitis, Canine Distemper, Canine Parainfluenza and Canine Parvovirus – are preventable with simple dog vaccinations, Some of these conditions can cause very serious health problems, discomfort or pain for your dog.
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.
March 18, 2024
Easter fun with pets
Need some inspiration for pet-friendly festive treats and other fun ways to celebrate? We’ve done the research for you… from fun activities to pet-friendly festive treats to special Easter gifts for your dog or cat. And if you enjoy dressing your pet up, Easter is the purr-fect opportunity!
March 16, 2024
Allergies in cats – What you need to know
Learn more about allergies in cats, symptoms, causes and treatment options.
March 14, 2024
Understanding why your cat might gently bite you out of nowhere
Cats may use gentle biting and licking as a way to express love and affection. You can think of it as their version of a hug or a kiss, or more precisely, a ‘cat love bite’.
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.
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.
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.
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?