Uproar over painful council ’blitz’
Hundreds of angry locals have committed to fighting back against a controversial council motion proposed this week.
Pets
Bloody scene after dog attacks family
Two people are in hospital after a beloved pitbull-cross turned on its family unexpectedly.
‘Obsessed’: Aussies rush for $19 Kmart item
A mum has inadvertently cleared out shelves at the discount store after revealing one of its popular products doubles up as something else.
‘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.
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Police continue hunt for missing puppies
Police have retrieved another missing pit bull pup after a litter were stolen from an Adelaide home, triggering a torrent of outrage online.
‘Pandemic puppies’ returned to shelters
Victorian animal charities are desperate for help as they are inundated by a surge in dog owners surrendering their pets.
‘Not hard’: Owners hit with cat curfew
Some Australians will face up to $1600 fines if their cat is found roaming the streets come June, as councils roll up their sleeves to put an end to native wildlife killings.
‘Lives at stake’: Sad fallout from Qld floods
As Queensland residents continue the big clean-up after the devastating floods, another problem “with lives at stake” has reared its head.
‘No fuss’: easing home alone blues for your pet
As back-to-the office mandates filter through, leaving your pets for the day is about to be reality. Here’s five ways to keep them happy when you’re out.
‘Creepy crawlies’: shock new diet for your pet
Cockroaches, fly larvae and sustainably-raised crickets will soon become a vital (and apparently delicious) part of what our pets eat, in a dramatic shift towards a vegan diet.
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.
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