Why dogs are good for your kids health in the long run
An Aussie-first study has found owning a pet dog reduces the risk of your children getting chronic disease later in life.
Pets
12yo girl fights 2m python to save pet
The 12-year-old niece of a radio star has bravely fought off a 2m python in the backyard of her home to save her pet guinea pig.
How to tell if your dog is depressed
Is your dog going through a ruff time? Dog owners are being asked to lookout for signs their four-legged friend is suffering from canine depression.
‘Cruel’: Neglected dog in pain, unable to eat
A man and a woman have fronted court after the RSPCA found their pet dog in a horrifying condition in their home.
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Cyclist blasted for ‘stupid’ dog walking act
A woman filmed riding an e-bike while pulling seven dogs on a leash has sparked backlash for her dangerous, illegal and “stupid” act.
Aussie influencer criticised for dog video
Mia Plecic and her partner have copped backlash for the way they handled their dog after it didn’t want to leave a park.
Warning over household item fatal to pets
Pet owners have been warned of a dangerous yet common household item, as one heartbroken woman shares how the hazard killed her beloved dog.
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.
Photo reveals heartbreaking Aussie trend
The cost of living crisis is to blame for a sad new trend that is leading Aussies to make the ultimate sacrifice.
Man allegedly tried to cook bin chicken
An alleged birdnapper who claimed he “lashed out” at an ibis has been ordered to keep away from all birds.
French Bulldog owner slams $37k vet bill
The owners of a French bulldog have slammed an vet clinic after copping an eye-watering bill for their beloved pet’s lifesaving treatment.
‘Urgent’ change needed to stop dog attacks
One state government has been accused of dragging its feet over ‘horrific attacks’ that could have deadly consequences.
‘Mind-blowing’ discovery in family yard
A Central Coast family got the shock of their lives upon discovering an unlikely animal in their backyard, which reptile experts now believe to be an escaped illegal pet.
Uncle saves girl, 6, from vicious dog attack
A little girl has now been identified after she was saved by her uncle when a neighbour’s dogs dragged her off a fence in a horror mauling.
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