Shock stat shows how Queensland pets are doing it tough
About seven pets are being bitten by ticks and heartworms a day across Queensland, with the state recording the largest amount of pet parasite cases in Australia.
Pets And Wildlife
‘Best idea in a long time’: New dog park gets green light
Murgon will get its own dog park after a meeting of the South Burnett council heard the planned project was not only a plus for pets but also, the people who would meet as a result. LATEST.
Meet the Qld fire hero who’s housing 300 rescued animals
A carer who opened her home to wildlife, farm animals and pets left behind by owners fleeing deadly southwest infernos, has shared heartbreaking and inspiring details from the fire ground.
‘Fired up’: Moment Australia’s deadliest snake lunges at catcher
A South-East Queensland snake catcher has had a close call with a deadly eastern brown, with footage capturing the moment the “defensive” reptile almost strikes him. WATCH THE VIDEO
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Not a toy: Crazy places snakes are popping up now spring has sprung
With the advent of spring, snakes are on the move again, with a surge in close encounters for South East Queensland residents.
Dog dies after being left tied to Brisbane tree
One dog has died and another needs rehabilitation after both were tied to trees and abandoned. One was also targeted by an act the RSPCA described as ‘plain disrespectful’. DISTRESSING CONTENT
RSPCA calls for help as Queenslanders surrender their pets
More pets are being surrendered to shelters as Queensland families battle the cost of living crisis, with the RSPCA now calling for help.
Legal dogfight: Warning as rental shake up looms
New Queensland laws taking effect next month allowing tenants to keep pets in apartments could lead to a flurry of legal battles with unhappy landlords, experts warn.
Revealed: ‘Only foolproof way’ to avoid being swooped by magpies
A bird expert has declared there’s only “one foolproof way” to avoid being attacked by Australia’s infamous spring swooper.
Gallery: Doggie day out at Sandgate Beach
Playful pooches and their loving families were out in force during clear and fine conditions at Sandgate Beach on Saturday. See the cute photos!
How one woman and her parrot became social media superstars
A Toowoomba woman and her pet parrot Hamlet are now among Australia’s biggest social media superstars, with 4.3 million followers on TikTok.
Bindi’s tears over daughter’s name for Croc Hunter
Bindi Irwin has shared the adorable names her 1-year-old daughter calls her grandparents in a video posted to social media. SEE THE VIDEO
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