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chocolate is toxic to our pets

Chocolate Poisoning

Easter is nearly here and we can almost taste all that delicious chocolate in the form of eggs, bunnies and bars! We’re excited – are you?!

It’s a wonderful time of year where no one blames you for being decadent but chocolate is a notorious toxin to our pets so they shouldn’t be given the chance to dig into that stash you have hidden away. (more…)

Parvovirus in Dogs

Parvovirus in Pets – Outbreak on the Gold Coast!

Recently there have been several cases of Parvovirus in pets on the Gold Coast so we want to issue out a warning to all pet owners to keep their pets up to date with their Vaccinations or risk the consequences of this deadly disease. (more…)

Neutering Your Pet

Having your pet neutered can be a worrying and traumatic time for pet owners, so we have decided to go through the procedure to help people understand how everything works! (more…)

Teaching Your Dog the 7 Commands

“Come” “Sit” “Stay” “No” “Down” “Leave it” and “off”

Teaching your dog these 7 simple commands can not only save you a lot of aggravation, but they could possibly save your dog from harm in the future. (more…)

bored pets

Boredom Blues and Destructive Chews!

Lonely, stuck indoors, feeling bored and waiting for the fur parents to come home can be a challenge for any pet. It is often times like this that your furry best friend will decide to do something particularly devilish to occupy their time. Whether it’s making a right din, urinating, defecating, chewing, scratching, biting, tearing or self-mutilating, there’s no fun in coming home to the mess bored pets can leave. (more…)

snake bites

What to do when a snake bites!

There is no set season for snakes in Australia, they are just a part of life, but warmer temperatures mean that they are more active, and therefore more of a threat to our pets. In general snakes want to be left alone, but along comes an inquisitive dog or cat and things can get ugly. With this in mind there are two things you need to know in the event a snake bites your pet that could potentially save their life. (more…)

introducing a new pet

Introducing A New Pet to the Family!

You’ve thought about it long and hard and now you are keen on introducing a new pet to the family. So, how do you go about doing it in a way that keeps your current pet relatively happy and ensures that a good relationship forms between your older pet and the new furball you’ve brought home? During this exciting, nervous and sometimes overwhelming stage it’s always helpful to be prepared. (more…)

south australian bushfires

Mittens and The South Australian Bushfires

After the devastating South Australian bushfires earlier this year, we have a feel good story to share with you. (more…)

pet health tips

Top Tips for Tip-Top Pet Health

Many people struggle when it comes to feeding their pet and one of the most common questions we get is “How much should I feed my dog or cat?” Here are some pet health tips to help you out. (more…)

grass seeds

Uh oh – It’s The Season For Grass Seeds

It’s the Summer season again and unfortunately these little terrors can cause your pet some serious problems. (more…)