My puppy is chewing everything, what should I do? Chewing is a normal dog behaviour, and dogs should be provided with opportunities to chew things. However, chewing can be...
How can I stop my dog jumping the fence and running away? If your dog is jumping the fence and running away, the first step is to work out why. When you...
Is it important to train my dog? What sort of training would you recommend? Training is an important part of any dog’s life, and is important for several reasons. It provides mental stimulation which...
What equipment should I use when teaching my dog or puppy to walk on a leash? It is important to have equipment that is safe and comfortable when teaching your dog to walk on a leash...
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...
How can I toilet train my puppy/dog? House training (toilet training) a puppy or a dog takes time and patience and, just as with children, every puppy...
What garden dangers must I protect my pet from? Some of the most common garden dangers that pets need to be protected from include: Rat or mouse bait (rodent...
What are common household dangers for pets? Many common household items such as food, plants and medicines can be toxic to our companion animals (pets) and can...
What should I feed my kitten? Kittens are essentially baby carnivores with specialised needs. Kittens naturally wean off their mother’s milk at around 8-12 weeks of...
What should I feed my puppy? Puppies are largely carnivores but will also eat some plant-based foods. Puppies naturally wean off their mother’s milk at around...
What should I feed my dog? Domesticated dogs are largely carnivores but will also eat plant-based foods. Wild dogs eat a variety of food which comprise...
What should I feed my cat? Cats are obligate or true carnivores, which means they are dependent on the nutrients provided by a diet based on...
How do I stop my companion animal from getting fleas? Fleas are external parasites. The most common type of flea that affects companion animals is the cat flea. These fleas...
Is it okay to keep my cat at home all of the time? Yes, it is okay to keep your cat at home all of the time, as long as you make sure...
How should I house my bird? Birds are highly intelligent animals who require regular exercise and mental stimulation. It’s important to ensure these needs will be...
How should I exercise my puppy? Providing puppies with the opportunity to exercise is a very important aspect of their care. Apart from providing various health...
What should I do when I bring home a new puppy? Before bringing home a new puppy, make sure that you can fully commit to the lifelong responsibilities of caring for...
Can you give me some advice on caring for my dog? Having a companion dog can be a wonderful and joyful part of your life but is also a big commitment...
How do I tell if my dog is overweight? Obesity is a common health problems in Australian dogs. If not addressed early on obesity can lead to other serious health...
Can I take my cat with me when I go on holiday? Usually, it’s not feasible to take your cat on holiday with you. Cats can become stressed with travel, transport, and...