Pets
Sophie and her ex broke up five years ago. They’ve been sharing their dog ever since
Who gets the dog in a break-up? For some, shared canine custody is the only solution.
- by Patrick Lenton
Latest
Yes, dogs really are talking to their owners. And yours can too
Some dog owners swear by “communication buttons” that help their dogs ask for treats, walks and extra love.
- by Flic Everett
A not-so-crap job: Meet the people paid to pick up pooches’ poo
Householders can hire someone to dispose of their dogs’ doo-doos.
- by Carolyn Webb
The ‘crazy bird lady’ standing between Sydney’s seabirds and extinction
Rain or shine, Maianbar resident Julie Keating is on the Port Hacking foreshore protecting migratory and resident seabirds almost every day from July to March.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
It’s Superdog! Co-star looks to steal the show in new Superman film
The highly anticipated reboot of DC Comics’ Superman franchise features the first big-screen appearance of superdog Krypto.
- by Michael Idato
Opinion
Real life
Our new home came with a fresh start, and a house guest who refused to leave
When we moved to a remote community in the Northern Territory, we were excited for change. Then we started hearing noises coming from under the verandah.
- by Melissa Mason
Why there is no such thing as a well-behaved dog
Pet owners who were asked to anonymously – and honestly – rank the behaviours of their dogs have revealed some far from flattering results for Fido.
- by Joe Pinkstone
Opinion
Opinion
Who gets the dog when you file for divorce? In Australia, it’s complicated
Separating is painful enough. Yet increasingly, furry friends are being used as ammunition between exes while our court system tries to catch up.
- by Jane Libbis
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