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.
Pets and Wildlife
Australia’s most popular dog names revealed
Aussies are in the business of reserving special names for their pets, and it seems we are not alone.
‘Pandemic hero’ named Australia’s top office dog
An incredible canine on healthcare’s frontline has been crowned as Australia’s top office dog.
How to prep your pet for the big move
Our pets hate change more than we do, luckily there are simple ways to alleviate their fear and anxiety.
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See entrants for Australia’s TOP DOG!
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
10 signs that your dog is sick
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.
How our furry friends are helping us work from home
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.
Does your dog have anxiety? An expert’s guide
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.
Eight reasons to adopt a rescue dog
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.
Finding forever homes for rescue dogs
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.
Dogs help victims and witnesses through court process
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.
Find the dog breed best suited to you
Scroll through this incredible Dog House interactive imagined and designed by Australian illustrator Abi Fraser to make deciding on a dog breed easy and fun.
Your last chance to vote for Australia’s Top Dog
Victoria, who will be Australia’s K9 champion; our premium pooch; our finest four-legged friend? Make your choice now.
How dogs are keeping kids out of jail
Bernie Shakeshaft, 2020 Local Hero in the Australian of the Year Awards credits dogs with the success of his programs helping troubled kids live a better life. Find out more about the potential of dogs and the best dog-friendly activities near you.
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