Animal Friendly Life 
The PetStock Foundation’s National Pet Adoption Month campaign last month resulted in close to 1000 animals being adopted across the country. March 2024 was the campaign’s best yet result, a great way to mark the 10th anniversary of the foundation’s National Pet Adoption Month. Read on to learn more about the initiative, the results, and … Read more
As a professor and author specialising in animal studies, Vicki Hutton has dedicated both her professional and personal life to researching the complex emotional worlds of animals. Vicki is passionate about animal welfare and has observed and written about them for many years. We spoke with Vicki about her new book ‘Recognising and responding to … Read more
Update 2 March 2023: The fourth episode of The Pet Nutrition Show is now out! In the latest episode podcast hosts Amanda Falconer and Dr Anna Sutton look into the intricacies of pet food processing and its impact on nutrition. The show also tells listeners about the importance of variety in a pets’ diet and why … Read more
Pet hydration awareness A survey of dog and cat owners reveals many of us don’t know enough about adequate pet hydration. With some parts of the country still experiencing very high temperatures, a leading Australian pet brand is urging all dog and cat owners to make their pets’ hydration a priority. The PetSafe® ‘Pet Hydration … Read more
Have you ever looked at your new puppy while he’s chewing on a the furniture and thought ‘why do dogs chew’? Well, a Sydney Professor is asking the same question, and he’s urging pet parents to take part in his survey so they can find out why. Professor Paul McGreevy from the Sydney School of … Read more
Are you the parent of a budding young artist who would be keen to participate in an art contest to celebrate World Wildlife Day 2024? Keep reading to learn more about the contest and how you can enter you’re little creative one! World Wildlife Day 2024 art contest The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) … Read more
Two Thumbs Wildlife Trust‘s bushfire recovery has seen a lot of progress recently, with the organisation’s restoration and wildlife rehabilitation efforts bringing life back to a once-decimated animal sanctuary. Four years on from the disaster, birds can be heard chirping and koalas bellowing, while marsupials and raptors are again calling the sanctuary home. Black Summer … Read more
In recent years, the internet has seen a surge in so-called ‘animal rescue’ videos; however, disturbingly, not all of these are genuine. Some content creators are capitalising on the viewers’ empathy and love for animals by creating – or staging – fake animal rescue videos. The emotional pull of these videos is undeniable, but the … Read more
Move over Labradors and Golden Retrievers, the Cavoodle has is the most popular dog breed in Australia. There’s been a noticeable shift in dog preferences across the country in recent years. Budget Direct’s Pet Insurance quote statistics for 2023 showing the Cavoodle is the most common breed needing pet insurance. Cavoodles – known for their … Read more
Running with dogs is a fantastic way for pets and their parents to spend time together while also getting in some exercise and mental stimulation. We speak with an expert to learn why running with dogs has become so popular, the many benefits it has for you both, and the must-read tips for all beginners. … Read more