‘I’ll go without food’: The shocking dilemma facing Aussie pet owners
As the price of pet food and vet bills continues to skyrocket, some animal owners say they face the choice between feeding themselves or feeding their pooch.
Pets
Adorable pup rescued from mine shaft
A Father’s Day dog walk has taken a dramatic twist, with emergency services called for a marathon rescue.
What are we feeding them? Fears over hidden dog food ingredients
Dog owners are increasingly concerned about what is going into their pets’ food and are demanding more transparency.
Beloved cat drowns in ‘wicked’ way
Authorities are searching for the person who deliberately killed a “defenceless” pet cat in the most “cowardly” way. WARNING: Graphic images
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Why chickens make perfect pets
A cat is great and a dog is too, but those with little space would do well to consider the humble chicken.
‘Unliftable’: Sophie may be Australia’s fattest dog
Meet Sophie the staffie from South Australia. RSPCA inspectors say she’s more than four times her optimum weight and is the fattest dog they’ve ever seen.
‘Ridiculous’ reason woman’s cat taken away
A woman whose lost cat was rehomed after a pound mix-up has blasted the “ridiculous” situation and is pleading with the new owner to come forward.
Doggie bolognese and other hacks to save cash on pet food
Like people, animals can eat well on a budget. It just takes a little thought and preparation. See our tips for taking a bite out of your pet food costs.
Call for tough new $4k fine for dog owners
It’s a move that fierce animal advocate wants to see introduced Australia-wide, with severe fines for pet owners who don’t obey.
Airbnb guest refuses to return stolen cat
A family vacationing in California have stolen a cat from their rental home and refuse to give it back to its owner because it was allegedly neglected.
Lonely dog’s 400-day search for new home
After spending more than 400 days in the care of the RSPCA, Gloria the six-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier is ready to find her forever home.
Neighbour’s big mistake with furious letter
A shift worker fed up with their neighbour’s barking dog wrote a furious letter threatening to ‘shut the mongrel up’ – but then made a monumental mistake.
Giant cat mistaken for a dog
A two-year-old Maine Coone cat from Russia is thought to be the world’s largest kitten, with fans going wild for its massive size.
Avoid a disaster with your pet this Christmas
From new toys to tinsel to fatty foods, the weather and Santa: there’s plenty for your pets to worry about this time of year. Here’s how to keep them safe.
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