What can I do in hot weather to prevent heatstroke in my pet?
Heatstroke is a state of hyperthermia (core body temperature elevated above the normal range) resulting in thermal injury to tissues. Heatstroke...
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What are the health benefits of pet ownership?
We’ve long loved dogs for being man’s best friend, but not so well known is that our pets can actually... -
What preparations should I make for my pets in case of an emergency?
Emergency planning for pets is an important part of emergency household preparations and greatly increases the likelihood of evacuating your... -
Why is it important to ensure my pet is microchipped?
It is very important to ensure your pet cat or dog is microchipped because if your pet cat or dog... -
Can I have a pet while renting or living in a strata property?
Despite most Australian households (almost two thirds) having at least one pet, it is often difficult to find ‘pet-friendly’ accommodation.... -
How should I care for my pets during fireworks displays?
Across Australia, there are many celebrations that may involve fireworks. Unfortunately, many animals are terrified by firework displays, and these... -
Who do I contact if I need to change my contact details with my pet’s microchip registry database?
The easiest way to change your contact details is to search Pet Address using your pet’s microchip number. Pet Address... -
How many pets are there in Australia?
There are over 29 million pets in Australia and we have one of the highest pet ownership rates in the... -
How do I stop my pet from getting fleas?
Fleas are external parasites that live on the skin and survive by feeding on the blood of animals. There are... -
What are the animal welfare issues with pets wearing costumes?
Many people enjoy dressing their pets in costumes, particularly for special events such as Christmas. Some animal welfare organisations include costume... -
Are homeopathic treatments beneficial for my pets?
Homeopathy is defined as: ‘a system for treating disease based on the administration of minute doses of a drug that... -
Do animals grieve the loss of another pet in the household?
Following the death of a fellow pet, other animals in the household may exhibit changes in their behaviour. These changes... -
Why is anaesthesia important for pet dentistry?
A visit to the dentist leads to fear and anxiety in most people. Like people, animals need to go to... -
Can humans and animals transmit diseases to each other?
There are specific infections that can be transmitted from animals to humans which may cause disease; these are known as... -
Why do pets need blood transfusions and how can my dog or cat help?
Just like humans, dogs and cats may require a blood transfusion in situations such as: Serious trauma causing blood loss... -
What should I consider if I need to evacuate my animal in a natural disaster?
During a natural disaster such as a bushfire, extreme weather (storms, floods, heatwaves) or earthquake, it may be necessary to... -
Can people infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)?
Yes, people can infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2). Infection of companion animals (pets) with SARS-CoV-2... -
Do animals get infected with SARS-CoV-2 or get COVID-19?
There are now many millions of cases globally of human infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. There is... -
Are domestic animals involved in the spread of COVID-19?
There are now many millions of cases globally of human infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus which causes COVID-19. There is... -
What is animal hoarding and why is it harmful to animals?
Animal hoarding, although recognised by human and animal services, is generally poorly understood in terms of its prevalence, causes, influencing...