My Pet Blog

We all love our pets, and we work hard to keep them healthy and happy. Beyond that, we want them to look as good as they feel and a big part of this is taking care of their coat. From manicured show poodles to working dogs, there are a number of things you can do at home to keep your pet's fur looking shiny and healthy. Our friends at Bayer chatted with 10 of Australia'....
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Put simply, there is no flea, tick and worming tablet or spot on treatment you can give to your cat or dog. Instead you’ll need a combination of the three to ensure your pet is completely protected. But why isn’t there one product that protects against all parasites? We asked our Pet Nutritionist, Polly why this was the case. "One of....
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It is so important that you have your pet registered with your local council. This means each time you move, you must update your details and re-register your pet with the new council. Why do I need to re....
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Being a pet owner, you’ll understand how serious the infestation of fleas and ticks can be and how they can pose a terrible threat to your cat or dog. There’s simply no two ways of saying it – ticks are deadly and they can leave a devastating effect on not just your pet but on your family. The common misconception is that ticks only live in dense bushland or rural....
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Each Australian (and other nationalities living here) has their own way of celebrating Australia Day. It is the official National Day of Australia and contemporary celebrations include a range of activities that appreciate the country and everyone in it. No doubt, you’ll have your own traditions such as having a BBQ, watching fireworks or gathering with friend....
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It’s getting hot, hot, hot in Australia and as the temperature rises it’s important to find ways to keep your pet cool and protected from the sun. Not only is it hot, according to SunSmart, Australia has some of the highest UV levels in the world! It has become second nature for Australians to slip on protective clothing, slop on some sunscreen and slap on a ....
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New Year’s Eve is celebrated by many people all over the world as we say goodbye to the old year and welcome in a new one. It’s also a time when many pets become frightened or anxious due to gatherings, loud music and the boom of fireworks. The number of pets that go missing from their home increases during this period as they become startled and run away. Sm....
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New Year’s Eve is celebrated around the world and is a time for saying goodbye to the year that has passed whilst welcoming in a fresh new one. People circle this date in their calendar with great enthusiasm but for your pet it’s just another day. They don’t understand why there are suddenly loud noises, loud people and loud sounds. You may enjoy getting me....
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The number of luxury pet products being sold in Australia is increasing. A recent survey by the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) discovered that last Valentine’s Day more than 1 in 3 pet owners planned to give their pet a gif....
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