responsible pet ownership

Tips when planning a road trip with your dog

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RSPCA Australia

If you’re a dog owner and heading away on holidays this festive season, you’ll need to consider what is best for your dog.

Moving house with your pet

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RSPCA Australia

Moving house can be an anxious time for everyone. If you’re bringing a pet or pets with you when you move, it’s important to make sure the move is as stress-free for them as possible.

Tips for new cat owners

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RSPCA Australia

Cats make wonderful companion animals (pets) – so it’s no wonder that there are nearly 4 million pet cats in Australia, with around 27% of households having at least one pet cat!

Leave dressing up to the humans this holiday season

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RSPCA Australia

As we approach the festive season, it may be tempting to dress your pet in a costume. We get it – you want to involve them and the whole family in dressing up!

Let’s TALK about WALKS

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RSPCA Australia

We all know walking our dogs at least daily is crucial for their health and welfare. But what else do we need to consider to ensure WALKIES are fun for everyone, especially our furry friends?

Fireworks aren’t always fun for our pets

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RSPCA Australia

Fireworks are an inevitable part of Australia Day and New Year’s Eve celebrations and, while they are lots of fun for most people, a lot of animals are terrified of the noise.

Warm weather worries – protect pets from heatstroke

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RSPCA Australia

Warmer weather is on its way, so now is a good time to make sure you know the signs of heatstroke in your pets and how to avoid it in the first place.

Hot tips for sssnakes in ssspring

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RSPCA Australia

Spring time is prime snake spotting season as males seek out females to mate with.

Spring cleaning? 6 pet dangers to throw out and avoid

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RSPCA Australia

So you’re finally about to go into battle and tackle the items around the house you’ve been avoiding since last spring?

4 ways to avoid obesity in your dog

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RSPCA Australia

Obesity is a common problem among Australian pets and is generally caused by feeding your pet more than he or she requires.

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