‘Nonsense’ animal debate Australia simply has to have
Calls are growing louder to ban a ‘nonsense’ animal practice that runs across Australia.
Pets And Wildlife
Listed: South Aussie cats demanding attention on Instagram
From an Insta-famous feline trio earning their dinner treats to a bow tie-wearing RSPCA furbassador, follow these 15 SA cats to purrfect your feed.
‘Operation: Remove Wire’ – urgent magpie rescue mission
When these two animal lovers found a curious magpie with wire wrapped around its neck, they hatched a plan to help it. Watch the video.
This is Taylor’s era: Meet SA’s purr-fect Swiftie show kitten
SA’s very own Swiftie show kitten Taylor is a star on the rise, stealing hearts just like his pop superstar namesake.
That’s not a cable: Telstra workers’ shock find
Workers on a northern suburbs property had a fright after discovering an extremely venomous snake hibernating. See the video.
‘What a w**ker’: Car hits koala twice – then drives off
A woman has recounted the heartbreaking moment she watched a koala reportedly hit by the same car twice.
Hidden impact of the rental crisis revealed
Jackie is just one of the many who found themselves forced out of their homes – with nowhere for their beloved dog.
Listed: South Aussie dogs to watch on Instagram
From therapy dogs to fashion models, make your Instagram feed 100 per cent cuter by adding these pawfect pooches to your following list.
Un-bee-lievable: New buzz at SA golf course
A South Australian golf course is set to become a new hive of activity, just in time for World Bee Day. Find out which one.
‘Karen of all Karens’: Neighbour’s savage note over ‘stupid barking mongrels’
A Brisbane woman has taken to social media to vent her frustrations after a neighbour left a string of notes berating her “brainless mutts”.
Desperate battle to keep Aussie icon alive
A beloved Aussie icon continues to face a fight for its future – but there could soon be good news.
‘This nonsense with our dogs has to stop’
Australia’s off-leash debate is now off the chain as debate rages over whether dogs should always be tied up.
Backwards pets rule most Aussies want gone
It’s the rule hated by pet owners – and most Aussies say the rest of the country needs to catch up with Victoria and reverse it.
Off-leash debate erupts after savage dog attack
Should dogs ever be allowed off their leash? The debate has resurfaced after a savage dog attack. CAST YOUR VOTE
Woman’s snake terror: ‘I think that’s my cat inside’
An Aussie woman has shared the terrifying moment she found her cat inside a giant scrub python.
Bonnie might be the teacher’s pet, but she’s also now SA’s cutest dog
More than 300 top dogs were in the running for the title, but just one pawfect pooch has been named The Advertiser’s Cutest Dog of 2024.
Voting closed: South Australia’s cutest dog will be crowned soon
Voting has now closed in the hunt for South Australia’s cutest dog and we will reveal the winner soon.
Pachyderm in: Monarto elephant herd to get even bigger
Monarto Safari Park is trumpeting with excitement over plans to bring more elephants to South Australia.
‘Selfish and lazy’: Aussie dog poo debate erupts
Hundreds of Aussies have slammed pet owners who admitted they would rather leave their dog’s poo in public rather than pick up after them. Have your say.
RSPCA’s daunting target as deadline looms
RSPCA SA hopes to raise half a million dollars in just five days to complete their new wildlife hospital in time for its launch – in two weeks.
One ladder where the Crows are actually on top
A nationwide analysis of AFL supporters has revealed some unique characteristics of footy fans.
Crocs hate the dentist too: Keeper injured during risky check up
A monster croc’s toothache led to one of the world’s riskiest dentist appointments and injured his expert keeper. Watch the video.
I was seriously injured walking the dog and he saved me
When an eastern suburbs mum tripped on a suburban footpath she broke so many bones she couldn’t move but her hero hound leapt into action.
Dog owner takes extreme action as elite pooch vanishes from sitter
The Tea Tree Gully woman was not about to settle for just putting up posters when her pedigree pooch went missing from a Queensland dog sitter.
Shoppers stunned as crocodile strolls into servo
Locals got the fright of their lives when an unexpected guest made its way to their neighbourhood service station. SEE THE VIDEO
Cat baiting fears in Adelaide’s inner south
Fears of baiting have sparked warnings to cat owners in the inner south after several cats went missing and two were found dead.
Worry duck hunt ban will set shooter sights on other targets
A ban on duck hunting is looming in SA, but the shooters who enjoy killing birds are fiercely defending their rights. Should duck hunting be banned? Have your say.
Cat’s incredible! Migrating moggy’s 400km journey
Little Titi’s owners thought she was gone forever. Then they received a call to say she had been found 400km from home.
Olivia’s new man’s snake pic sparks online backlash
Olivia Molly Rogers’ new boyfriend Morgan Waterhouse has been caught up in a nightclub controversy after he was pictured holding reptiles while partying.
200+ pictures: Hundreds of dogs have their day
Hundreds of doggos and their human friends flooded the city on Sunday for this year’s Million Paws Walk, to help raise funds for animals in need. See all the photos here.
‘Too common’: Why are so many vets taking their own lives?
The family of late Adelaide veterinarian Dr Sophie Putland have launched a campaign to combat abuse in the industry.
Gallery Two: Million Paws Walk at Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Hundreds of doggos and their human friends flooded the city on Sunday for this year’s Million Paws Walk, to help raise funds for animals in need. See the second of three galleries.
Gallery One: Million Paws Walk at Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Hundreds of doggos and their human friends flooded the city on Sunday for this year’s Million Paws Walk, to help raise funds for animals in need. See the first of three galleries.
$5k birds and security: Budgie breeding is serious business
Budgie breeding is serious business – just ask Adelaide man Troy Holmes. We’re talking four-digit price tags and security guards to keep birds safe at overnight showing events.
Even deadly snakes can get a craving for Coopers: Watch the rescue
A curious snake was found in a sticky situation when it become lodged in a beer can south of Adelaide. The snake catcher certainly earned a cold frothy after this one!
Sickening dog park find puts Hills pet owners on edge
Fears of poisoned meat in Hills dog parks have sparked warnings from a vet and one local who feared her beloved pet had “picked up a toxin”.
How they’re saving Rambo – and his mates
The Adelaide Zoo is a place for fun and families – but as it turns 140, behind the scenes there’s a life-and-death struggle.
‘Eating machine’: Snake devours wallaby
A large scrub python has been caught on camera devouring a wallaby at a popular Queensland beachside village. GRAPHIC WARNING:
Fundraiser started for Far North Queensland chicken with four legs
The wildlife carer of a rare four-legged chicken born in North Queensland says it is a conjoined twin and is hopeful it will undergo surgery so it can survive.
Sizing up lifespan: Breakthrough to help big dogs live longer
University of Adelaide scientists have cracked the code to help large-breed dogs live longer.
Why people don’t want me raising this incredibly cute gorilla
Baby gorilla Kauis has had the world watching his every move these last five months, though not all eyes on the primate have been convinced his carers have his best interests at heart. Check out the pics and video.
Father speaks out after toddler attacked by family dog
Little Alaruh has had surgery after being mauled by the family dog – but the animal’s fate remains undecided. Picture: 9 News
Highly infectious dog disease hits SA
Vets are warning pet owners not to let your dogs drink from bowls in public parks as a highly contagious canine illness sweeps the state.
Flood of wildlife on Mighty Murray
As River Murray floodwaters recede, ecologists are recording rarely seen sights and sounds as flora and fauna re-emerge across the region.
Claw and order: Couple lose court claim over adopted cat
Little Alfie was dubbed “cute and mischievous” in his adoption paperwork but he survived just two months – leading to a court claim over his illness.
Miraculous rescue: Tradies save injured pup trapped under train
The RSPCA is appealing to reunite a young pup with his family after he was hit by a car and rescued from under a train in Salisbury.
Hay! Kenya help me feed my zebra? SA woman’s wild problem
Feeding a herd of zebra was not a problem Deborah Thiele expected to face in life. But not everything is black and white.
‘Bewildering’: Vehicles, white goods dumped in SA forests
A record amount of rubbish is being illegally dumped in SA forests, posing a huge fire risk to residents – not to mention drastic environmental impacts.
Cat food-loving Rosie crowned SA’s ugliest dog
Her tongue may be permanently stuck out after having 32 teeth removed, but this funny looking Maltese Shih tzu x Toy Poodle (otherwise known as a Malshipoo) has a lot of love to give.
What your dog is trying to tell you
When it comes to our pets, actions speak louder than words. But that doesn’t mean they’re not trying to tell us something. Here’s how to understand, and obey.
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