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Quick tips for Making the Holidays safe for your Dog

With the holidays fast approaching, we know all of you will be very busy. However, there are a few things to remember to keep your precious pup happy and healthy during this busy time of the year. Here are a few tips for your holiday dog safety. Stay relaxed. Your dog can pick up on […] Continue reading

Marking the Spot

There are many reasons why dogs ‘mark territory’ and most of the time we think that they just want to establish their ground though there is more to it than just that. Here are the various reasons why dogs do this: Social Triggers – male dogs urine mark in the presence of female dogs (especially if […] Continue reading

Barking Mad

 Occasional barking is normal with any breed, however excessive barking is something that we should all be aware of as It can have serious consequences.  Excessive barking can be an indication of danger, excitement or hunger. As an example, we know that many dogs bark if a stranger visits our home, however as soon as […] Continue reading

Reward for Work

We all love to celebrate a job well done and most of us are motived by the end reward or result. It’s the same with dogs, when they are given a task and they have succeeded, the amount of happiness clearly shows they are aware of their feat. Research from Britain’s The Daily Mail discovered […] Continue reading

Tricia E. – August 2013

Tricia from Redland Bay, QLD (Click the photo to view profile) Local doggy park & why its great? I actually take the dogs down to the Esplanade each morning for a nice walk along the water. What 1 life lesson could humans learn from dogs? Unconditional love no matter what. “It’s a dog’s life” because… […] Continue reading

Why Dogs Bark When Sleeping

Have you ever noticed your dog barking whilst sleeping? Many think the dog is dreaming or in discomfort or even pain. We’re often left thinking “what’s gotten into her?” and just assume something is wrong. The good news is that in most cases, there’s nothing to worry about. This is interesting because the dog’s brain is in some […] Continue reading

New Treatment for Ill Dogs

      Even our furry friends can get the terminal illnesses that are sadly so prevalent amongst us humans. Dogs aged 10 years and over are second only to humans in the likeliness that they will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. Scientists at the University of Vienna in Austria have for the first […] Continue reading

Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

It’s becoming well known that dogs help to alleviate stress and can even benefit your overall mood. The same can be said within a workplace environment too, and having a dog in your office can offer many benefits. It actually encourages a productive and collaborative work ethic as well as lowering stress levels and boosting […] Continue reading

The First Week with our Baby Blue Boy

Lucy Starrat, first time staffy owner I first saw a photo of this handsome little boy on a breeder’s Facebook page on Sunday morning. The accompanying text read “our last blue staffy available for loving home on Friday enquire now, this boy won’t last long”. Within 24hours, frequent family discussions and a few back and forth […] Continue reading

Flavia B – June 2014

Flavia B, Palm Beach QLD Click on the image to view Flavia’s profile Local doggy park & why its great? Mallawa Drive Sports Complex – There’s something about this spacious off-leash park that makes me feel comfortable and secure in letting the pups run around. Neighbours always have a smile on their face and love my […] Continue reading