Mouse plague: Vet’s warning to pet owners
The mouse plague ravaging large parts of Australia has led to a spike in the deadly rodent-borne bacterial disease, leptospirosis. Here’s what to look out for.
The mouse plague ravaging large parts of Australia has led to a spike in the deadly rodent-borne bacterial disease, leptospirosis. Here’s what to look out for.
As retired racing greyhounds are becoming more popular as domestic pets, veterinarians are seeing them develop this condition more frequently.
If you think your lifestyle isn’t suited to a pet, or vice-versa, it’s time to think again according to leading experts in both fields.
Style guru Leona Edmiston is known for marrying elegance and comfort with her designs, she’s also a whiz when it comes to blending trendy interiors and pet-friendly living.
More Aussies than ever before are becoming proud pet owners but there are growing concerns over what this means for the animals themselves.
Australian pet owners want workplaces to implement pet policies and acknowledgment similar to what parents of children receive.
Victorian dog owners are scoring up to $50,000 extra a year by turning their pooches into Instagram stars. Here’s how you can cash in on your canine too.
Pets are expensive but when accidents or illnesses occur, our cute companions can rack up thousands of dollars in vet bills. Find out why vet bills are usually so high.
Jodie Nixon’s beloved sausage dog, Hunter, needed emergency surgery with a $14,000 price tag. Find out har far Aussies will go for their pets.
There are times when a panting pooch is normal, but the middle of the night is not one of these. Read about this poor panting dog with unusual lumps.
All dogs are stars but if you fancy one who will set the internet on fire, it has to tick off the boxes just like this breed.
Having a pet is a great responsibility to take on, especially when your kids are still young. Here are some things to consider.
Cats are complex creatures with the potential to alter between cute and fluffy companions to evil, clawed beasts. Find out what to do if yours is the latter.
Your pets should be front of mind when styling your home. If not it could lead to trouble.
Pets can make a house a home, if you treat them right it will be returned ten-fold. But you need to know which pet is best for you and your family.
Following one of the country’s biggest years in dog adoption, two of Australia’s top animal trainers reveal the best way to avoid behavioural issues.
The catio has emerged as the solution to keep our pets and native wildlife safe.
Roaming cats not only pose a threat to the environment but to themselves, so what should owners of an estimated 3.3 million cats in Australia be doing?
Preventive flea, tick, intestinal worm or heartworm medications can be costly but skipping them comes with risk, explains Dr Magdoline Awad.
Perceptions toward pet-friendly holiday accommodation in Australia have shifted, with more tourism options than ever. Find out what is in your state.
While birds make great pets, owners should ensure these specific requirements are met to ensure their feathered friend lives a happy life.
As our pets age, they can start presenting with some worrying signs or symptoms. Here’s what to watch out for.
Pets have gotten used to us being at home. If you’re about to leave the home more, there’s things you can do to help reduce their anxiety.
Of the 29 million pets in the country today, an estimated 5.6 million are birds which means a lot may share a hair fetish. Find out why.
Watching your dog eat grass can be quite an alarming sight but as Dr Magdoline Awad explains, the reason may not be what you think.
Since World War I, the Australian Defence Force has used “war dogs” for tracking, explosive detection and sniffing out Taliban leaders. Here are some of their great efforts.
Former Home And Away star Ryan Kwanten’s rescue dog Dutch has changed his life. Whether he’s working on a movie or working beside his screen father, Sean Bean. He’s there and “more human than human”.
Employers looking to improve work productivity and more should consider letting the business go to the dogs. That’s the message from the Mushroom Group, who say bringing canines into the workspace has improved productivity, stress and anxiety.
With commitments to the Women’s World Cup, Australian cricketer Alyssa Healy enjoys spending quality time with those who matter most – her dogs Misty and Millie.
Dogs of Oz has been searching far and wide for Australia’s Top Dog and the entries have been coming in fast.
From the first astronaut dog to the world’s oldest, these incredible pooches have carved out their place in history.
Experienced trainers Ryan and Jen Tate reveal ways to recognise your dog’s subtle signs. Watch Part 1 of our special Dogs of Oz video series. WATCH THE VIDEO
They call it puppy love. And experienced dog trainer Ryan and Jen Tate share their tips on how to help your new puppy settle in quickly. Subscribe for a dollar a day for the Tate’s special four-part video series. WATCH THE VIDEO
A dog’s breed determines a significant portion of their personality and behaviour — so it’s a great way to determine how to match certain dogs with prospective owners. VIDEO SPECIAL
In a four-part video special, two of Australia’s top dog trainers Ryan and Jen Tate reveal to owners the best way to train dogs to get them to become well-behaved and friendly pets.
Follow this special subscription offer to gain access to exclusive canine content as the judges decide Australia’s Top Dog
Looking for a local dog-friendly beach, a pub where your four-legged friend is welcome, or a nearby off-leash park? SEARCH our ultimate one-stop doggie directory now.
Losing a pet to old age, an accident or illness is one of the hardest parts about being a pet owner. That is the take away message from Tony Squires and Ryan Tate, who share their stories on death and grief.
Frankston is brimming with green spaces to take your dog. Here’s a round up of the best off-lead and fenced parks—and the areas council prohibits you from taking your dog.
Despite a tarnished reputation, Australia is in debt to dingoes. That’s the message from author-dog behaviourist Guy Hull. Learn out how he connects them to working dogs today and find the best dog-friendly activities near you.
Cannot get your pooch to “sit” or “roll over”, a renowned canine behaviour and training expert says it is not as hard as you think. See his tips and some of the best places to take your furry friend.
While country dogs in drought-affected areas have joined Australia’s long-term unemployed, hardworking hounds are quickly adapting from livestock wrangler to companion of choice.
Dog parks are a ‘recipe for disaster’ according to a behavioural expert who says the way dog owners use them could be doing more harm than good. Check out his top tips, and find the dog breed best suited to you.
Ringwood in Melbourne’s outer east has plenty of parks to walk your pooch — and we’ve dug up some of the best off-leash and social options for your dog.
Bane the humping bulldog from Foxtel series Gogglebox is back in action for season 11 but sporting a new role. He is now a big brother, with stars Matty and Sarah Marie welcoming a baby boy.
If you have ever wanted to know how to train your puppy – or any dog for that matter – perfectly, here is your chance. Petbarn is sharing their five best tips. See the video, as well as the best dog-friendly places to take your pooch.
After a ‘pawsome’ dog-friendly park in Melbourne’s west? Here’s the best parks to take a four-legged friend from Yarraville to Werribee and everywhere in between.
Therapy dog Mr Bojangles is changing lives by doing rounds at a nursing home and stroke unit. See the heartwarming video of this tail-wagging friend, as well as the best places to take your pooch.
Herald Sun readers have heard our howl as we search for Australia’s Top Dog – check out some of the pawsome entries that have been received so far.
Planned works and unexpected replacement buses are a hassle for everyone, but if you’re travelling with your pooch the sudden disruption can leave you high and dry.
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