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April 29, 2024
Top 10 Indoor Cat Breeds
While all cat breeds do fine indoors, there are a number of breed types that will do very well in an indoor environment. Here's the top 10 best house cats.
April 29, 2024
Travelling with your Pets – Tips from Dr Katrina
Invite your four-legged friends along to family holidays! Keep them safe and happy with these useful travelling tips from celebrity Vet Dr Katrina Warren.
April 29, 2024
Pet Adoption: What You Need To Know
Get tips and tricks on how to adopt a pet with less stress and effort. Find out more at Bow Wow Insurance.
April 29, 2024
Dog training basics for new dog owners
Beginning obedience training sooner than later is important for your puppy to start to develop good habits. Read on for tips on how you can train your dog.
April 29, 2024
Dealing with the Death of a Beloved Pet
We know how difficult it is to deal with the passing of a dear pet. Find out some tips to ease this feeling at Bow Wow Insurance.
April 29, 2024
Crate training your puppy – practical uses and tips
Crate training your puppy can have many advantages, from travelling to toilet training. Read these easy tricks and tips on how to crate train your puppy.
April 27, 2024
Mother’s Day Gift Guide for dog mums
Spoil the dog mum in your family this Mother’s Day! Choose from our top Mother's Day gifts for Aussie dog mums. There's something for every dog loving mum.
April 27, 2024
Home-alone boredom busters for dogs
Searching for inspiration to keep your dog occupied while they are alone at home? Read our top tips & stimulating activities to keep them out of trouble.
April 21, 2024
How much exercise does my dog need?
Regular physical exercise is essential for the ongoing good health of your dog ! A very broad guideline is that the average adult dog requires at least thirty to sixty minutes of exercise per day. Learn more about how much exercise a dog needs.
April 19, 2024
Dog adoption guide: Tips on bringing your rescue dog home
Congratulations on giving a rescue dog a second chance in life! Our rescue dog guide will help make bringing home your adopted rescue as easy as possible.
April 17, 2024
Top girl puppy and dog names
Need ideas for your girl puppy or dog's name? Be inspired by top girl dog names whether you're looking for a cute, unique or cool female dog names.
April 17, 2024
How to train a puppy: Puppy training tips & advice
Establishing puppy house rules is an important part of puppy transition. Read about our puppy training tips and how to make this process smooth as possible!
April 16, 2024
How to manage inappropriate urination in cats
Urinating outside the litter tray may be due to a health issue. Here's how to help stop your cat from peeing everywhere they shouldn't.
April 15, 2024
Emergency cat food: The human foods cats can eat
There are many human foods cats can eat if you’ve run out of cat food. Read our list of safe cat food substitutes to give your cat or kitten.
April 15, 2024
Adopting a stray cat – do’s and don’ts
Taking in a stray cat can be very challenging but also very rewarding. Learn the do's and don'ts about adopting a stray cat.
April 15, 2024
Finding the right vet
It can be hard to know which vet clinic will be best for you. Our guide will alert you to things to look out for and help you to ask the right questions.
April 14, 2024
Toxic plants for dogs: Protect your canine companions
Discover the hazards of toxic plants for dogs in our guide. Safeguard your beloved companion from potential dangers. Stay informed and keep them safe
April 12, 2024
How much does it cost to own a pet dog or cat in Australia today?
Pet ownership can be expensive with today's cost-of-living. Before deciding on a pet, take a look at the cost of own a dog or cat in Australia and cost of pet care.
April 11, 2024
Does your dog love you? Take our quiz to find out!
Can dogs feel love? If so, do dogs love their owners? If you've ever asked "Does my dog love me?" you need to take our quiz to find out!
April 11, 2024
Does your cat love you? Take our quiz to find out!
Can cats feel love? If so, do cats love their owners? If you've ever asked "Does my cat love me?" you need to take our quiz to find out!
April 10, 2024
Ten common health problems for cats
There are many illnesses and conditions cats can suffer from in life which can be surprisingly common. Here we list some of the most common cat health problems.
April 10, 2024
Dog insurance – Pet insurance claims for dogs in Australia
The cost of a dog's health can outweigh the cost of dog insurance. This pet insurance cost guide breaks down the common claims for dog insurance policies.
April 10, 2024
Cat Insurance – Pet Insurance claims for cats
The cost of a cat's health can outweigh the cost of cat insurance. This pet insurance cost guide breaks down the common claims for cat insurance policies.
April 10, 2024
Desexing Cats & Kittens: Benefits and costs of neutering or spaying your cat
Desexing your cat will not only prevent unwanted pregnancies but also keep your cat happy and healthy. Learn about kitten and cat desexing costs and benefits.