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April 8, 2025

Why do dogs love rolling in stinky stuff? (Yes, even 💩)

Dogs, like humans, experience dreams during REM sleep, likely reliving their daily adventures. They may dream about playing, exploring, bonding with their owners, or even chasing prey.

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March 27, 2025

Tips to keep pets safe this Easter

Some classic Easter snacks can be dangerous to pets. Hot cross buns often contain raisins or currants, which are toxic to dogs.

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March 25, 2025

9 plants you should never plant in your garden

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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March 5, 2025

Emergency pet preparedness list for Cyclone Alfred

Ensure your pet’s safety during Cyclone Alfred with this essential emergency preparedness checklist, covering supplies, evacuation plans, and storm safety tips.

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February 3, 2025

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, 2025

Interpreting doggie dreams: Why do dogs twitch and tail-wag in their sleep?

Dogs, like humans, experience dreams during REM sleep, likely reliving their daily adventures. They may dream about playing, exploring, bonding with their owners, or even chasing prey.

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November 27, 2024

Paralysis tick in dogs and cats

These tiny parasites will engorge themselves with blood over a hundred times their body weight and can grow to the size of your little finger nail.

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November 9, 2024

Christmas presents for your dog – The gifts our pooches really want!

With Christmas fast approaching you may be looking for the perfect present for your furry friend. We’ve put a list together of the things your pooch would really want to find under the tree!

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October 29, 2024

Why do dogs eat grass?

It is a common belief that dogs that are feeling nauseous will consume grass in order to vomit. In fact, many dogs do tend to eat grass when they have an upset stomach or are vomiting, but the reason behind this behaviour is unclear.

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September 12, 2024

Why does my dog follow me everywhere? Canine behaviour

Having someone ‘on your tail’ at all times can be comforting, amusing or sometimes downright annoying, but regardless of your feelings on the matter, you may want to know why your dog follows you everywhere and whether it’s normal.

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September 8, 2024

Guide to brushing your dog’s teeth effectively

The key to maintaining good oral health – for us and our pets – is prevention. Without regular brushing, plaque and tartar will build up in our dog’s mouths the same way that they do in our own.

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August 16, 2024

Emergency dog food: Safe foods for dogs to eat

There are many foods dogs can eat if you’ve run out of your regular dog food. Check out our list of safe dog food alternatives to give your dog or puppy.

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