Cost of living blamed for animal cruelty spike
The RSPCA has revealed startling new data about how pets are being treated in the cost of living crisis, with nearly 20 reports of animal cruelty a day in one state alone.
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Dog train mystery stumps Aussies
Commuters travelling on a Melbourne train bound for the city were left stunned after an unexpected passenger made its way onboard.
Aussie castaway abandons faithful dog
Sydney sailor Tim Shaddock, who with his dog Bella spent months lost at sea, has left his pet behind after he jetted back to Australia.
The world’s wildest pet photos
The battle between cat and dog lovers has taken a hilarious turn in a comedy photo contest. Which crazy pet pose makes you laugh hardest?
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What owners really think of their pets
The bond between humans and their pets has become stronger than ever in these tough times. And it’s taught us plenty.
The problem with keeping fish as pets
Fish are becoming ever so more popular as pets not only for children but for families as well but caring for them is not as simple as you may think.
Is your pet obese? Signs to look out for
When Aleesha Humphrey’s Labrador got to 37kg, she knew he needed help like many Aussies whose pets are overweight.
What your pet is really teaching your kids
When it comes to getting a family pet, you’re not just bringing home a friend for your kids, you’re helping them develop as a person.
Push to allow dogs in shops
Dogs could potentially travel in commercial plane cabins from December – and now there’s a push for our four-legged friends to join us in shops, restaurants and hotels as well.
Man arrested for abandoning dog
Heartbreaking footage has captured the moment a man abandoned his dog, with police catching the owner just days later.
Alert after dog disease found in Qld
A Queensland dog has become the state’s first confirmed case of a tick-borne disease, which is known to cause serious health issues and even death.
Heartbreaking truth behind cruel note
Canberra local Haley Austine has revealed why she had to leave her rescue dog Drake in the car while she ducked into the supermarket for five minutes.
Mum found daughter mauled by 20 dogs
The mother of a 13-year-old girl savaged to death by a pack of 20 dogs has recalled the moment she found her daughter dead.
Push to ban ‘dangerous’ dog breed
American Staffordshire terriers are responsible for the highest number of dog attacks in NSW. But is banning the breed the answer?
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