South Gippsland Dairy Expo celebrates 25th anniversary
The South Gippsland Dairy and Farming Expo celebrated 25 years of success this week, in an event that featured about 120 exhibitors. Check out the full photo gallery.
The South Gippsland Dairy and Farming Expo celebrated 25 years of success this week, in an event that featured about 120 exhibitors. Check out the full photo gallery.
Calls are growing louder to ban a ‘nonsense’ animal practice that runs across Australia.
The Central Victorian council has been slammed over the planned closure of its animal shelter and the end of pet adoptions amid warnings it could drive a spike in animal euthanasia.
Animal welfare advocates are calling for drastic action to combat a growing crisis in pet adoption which is leaving an overwhelming number of animals homeless.
A woman has recounted the heartbreaking moment she watched a koala reportedly hit by the same car twice.
A sick and starving owl trapped inside a Melbourne Bunnings for nine days was running out of time before a hero came to its aid.
A Brisbane woman has taken to social media to vent her frustrations after a neighbour left a string of notes berating her “brainless mutts”.
A beloved Aussie icon continues to face a fight for its future – but there could soon be good news.
Australia’s off-leash debate is now off the chain as debate rages over whether dogs should always be tied up.
Should dogs ever be allowed off their leash? The debate has resurfaced after a savage dog attack. CAST YOUR VOTE
An Aussie woman has shared the terrifying moment she found her cat inside a giant scrub python.
Hundreds of Aussies have slammed pet owners who admitted they would rather leave their dog’s poo in public rather than pick up after them. Have your say.
Locals got the fright of their lives when an unexpected guest made its way to their neighbourhood service station. SEE THE VIDEO
Global study shows watching videos can be good for dogs, and may even help protect their vision.
Traders sell their canine goodies to customers and pets on the last day of the Dog Lovers Festival at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. SEE ALL PICTURES
From coiled around a traffic light to slithering over a toilet roll, snake wranglers have revealed their craziest catches. Watch the video.
A shocking video of a “d**ckhead” fisho casually flicking lures on a sandbank of a Far North river literally metres from a huge saltwater croc has divided the internet.
There has been a rise in dogs being treated for anxiety, sparking a warning from AFL star turned vet Andrew McKay.
A large scrub python has been caught on camera devouring a wallaby at a popular Queensland beachside village. GRAPHIC WARNING:
The wildlife carer of a rare four-legged chicken born in North Queensland says it is a conjoined twin and is hopeful it will undergo surgery so it can survive.
Dr Fiona Patterson may well be the Dr Spock of the four-legged world, with her six masterful hacks helping ensure becoming a furbaby mum or dad remains a pure joy.
When it comes to our pets, actions speak louder than words. But that doesn’t mean they’re not trying to tell us something. Here’s how to understand, and obey.
Aussies are mad for their pets. We might also be mad when it comes to naming them too.
Researchers from La Trobe have rediscovered a bird long to be thought extinct in the Mallee.
With the ever-rising weekly grocery bill, consider making these cheap and easy dog treats to keep your best friend happy.
Dogs love to chew but when they start ingesting items of no nutritional value, there could be a serious reason. And it’s more common than you think.
The dietary needs of your dog change greatly throughout its life.
Is it a sign of affection or that something is seriously wrong? Vet Dr Magdoline Awad explains why cats lick and talks about what to do if your cat has epilepsy.
It’s a time-honoured Melbourne tradition – taking your beloved pooch on a stroll to the cafe and having them alongside you while you run errands, but experts have warned that it could end in tragedy if you’re not careful.
It seems to make sense, cats in the wild kill and eat raw flesh so we should be feeding them the equivalent, right? Wrong.
One in four Australian pet owners have admitted to never cleaning their pets’ teeth, leading to a shocking amount of dogs and cats with health issues. Find out how to do it properly.
Just like kids, pooches are partial to some foods more than others. And while special diets and grooming can seem like an indulgent exercise there are some serious health benefits.
One of Australia’s top vets offers stern warning for pet owners after snail bait was found in a community garden. And is catnip safe for your feline?
When a pet starts behaving like this, it is likely they are trying to tell you something important. Dr Magdoline Awad explains.
Environmental protection laws have done little to save Australia’s wildlife. But a shake-up proposed by an eco supergroup could help turn things around.
Malu, a bilingual moodle with oodles of charisma, ticked all of the right boxes at this year’s Dogs of Oz competition.
Mishka the cat has been on quite the adventure since going missing from her owner’s Chadstone front yard 10 years ago, but for owner Georgia Tatsaris, it’s like she never left.
Petbarn is offering free deliveries to healthcare workers and those in the education sector who are unable to shop due to their busy work schedules.
We’ve consulted with Petbarn’s expert nutritionist, Kylie Day, to put together a guide to simplify the process of finding the right food for your pooch.
He is the four-legged friend and perfect running buddy for Olympic beach volleyballer Bec Palmer and her partner Richelle. Meet their adopted addition.
Get some stuff done in lockdown while your furry friend keeps busy with the help of these expert tips and tricks.
Petbarn and Uber are teaming up to launch a store to door same-day delivery service, where orders can be made online and delivered a few hours later.
When it comes to information surrounding COVID-19 and your pets, it takes an expert to sort the facts from the fiction.
These are the top 50 best in show dogs from around the country. Can you pick Australia’s Top Dog? See all the nominated pooches and vote for your favourite before March 8. T&Cs apply
Dogs have no way of verbalising when they are sick or in pain but they do have other ways of letting us know. Here is what you need to look out for.
Are pets helping or hindering the thousands of us working from home amid the coronavirus crisis? Herald Sun readers have weighed in, and sent pictures to prove their case.
While it’s normal for dogs to experience small amounts of anxiety, animals exhibiting stress symptoms frequently could actually be suffering from a mental illness. Here is what you can do.
More than 44,000 dogs are euthanised each year in Australia because they aren’t able to find homes, but saving a life isn’t the only reason you should consider adopting a furry friend.
Every year, tens of thousands of dogs are abandoned to shelters, facing an uncertain future and the very real risk of being put down. Not sure if you should adopt? This gallery is for you.
She’s the tail-wagging, four-legged friend helping people go through court. Now, Guide Dog China is being used as a face for the Canine Court Companion Program. See her journey.
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