Desperate battle to keep Aussie icon alive
A beloved Aussie icon continues to face a fight for its future – but there could soon be good news.
Pets and Wildlife
‘This nonsense with our dogs has to stop’
Australia’s off-leash debate is now off the chain as debate rages over whether dogs should always be tied up.
Off-leash debate erupts after savage dog attack
Should dogs ever be allowed off their leash? The debate has resurfaced after a savage dog attack. CAST YOUR VOTE
Woman’s snake terror: ‘I think that’s my cat inside’
An Aussie woman has shared the terrifying moment she found her cat inside a giant scrub python.
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‘Extinct’ bird rediscovered in state’s northwest
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DIY doggie treats to save you cash
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Why roo meat has been pulled from shelves
The Victorian branch of the RSPCA has made a major decision about the sale of pet food sourced from kangaroos.
Most popular dog names of 2022 revealed
The most popular dog breeds and names in Australia have been released for 2022. Has your pooch made the list?
State of shame: Inside our dog dumping epidemic
Victorian tennis great Mark Philippoussis is among stars who have adopted rescue dogs, as the state faces a crisis in dumped and surrendered pets post lockdowns.
Why your pets are behaving badly
The pandemic not only took an emotional toll on humans, our pets are feeling anxious and depressed. Here are the signs to look out for.
Why Victorians could get free vet care
Victorian pet owners could receive free or low-cost vet care under a radical world-first proposal. Read how it would work and vote in our poll.
Shock new cost of Aussie pets
Aussie households are now spending more than three times their annual power bill on their beloved pets, with many ignoring easy ways to save on bills and expenses.
‘No fuss’: easing home alone blues for your pet
As back-to-the office mandates filter through, leaving your pets for the day is about to be reality. Here’s five ways to keep them happy when you’re out.
‘Creepy crawlies’: shock new diet for your pet
Cockroaches, fly larvae and sustainably-raised crickets will soon become a vital (and apparently delicious) part of what our pets eat, in a dramatic shift towards a vegan diet.
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