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ARF celebrates finding 3,500 dogs Canberra homes

ACT Rescue & Foster (ARF) have celebrated homing 3,500 dogs when Rosie the pug met her new family earlier this month.

Canberra’s best dog walkers and pet sitters

Here is a list of Canberra's best dog walkers and pet sitters. Click if you're looking for professionals in the ACT region.

Canberra celebrates 80 years of National Sheep Dog Trials

Soft fur, wagging tails and wet noses are almost enough to draw attention to any event, however these canines also have jobs – they are the protectors and overseers of their sheep. The National Sheep Dog Trials celebrate their 80th year at Hall Showground on 13-19 March.

An officer’s best friend: rescue dog turns rescuer

Police officers and firefighters suffering PTSD are being given the opportunity to adopt retired greyhounds to help with emotional support.

Five-week-old girl dead after possible dog mauling in Moruya

Police are investigating the role of two dogs in the death of a five-week-old baby girl in the NSW south coast town of Moruya.

Luna eclipses all other pet names in 2022

There must be something in the stars in 2022 as both the ACT’s top dog and top cat name is Luna – fur real.

How Scott’s Guide Dog Dudley opened up the world for him

Scott Grimley's Guide Dog Dudley has opened up a world of opportunities for him, and he's passionate about educating others on the 'club of disability'.

RSPCA ACT concerned for Canberra’s dogs

RSPCA ACT is appealing to pet owners and those in the community to reach out for help when help is needed after noticing a disturbing trend in recent months. The organisation’s inspectors say they are seriously concerned for the welfare of animals in our region after an increase in reports of emaciated dogs.

How a simple walk in the park could be dangerous for dogs

Dog owners are being cautioned to keep an eye on their animals this spring to ensure a simple frolic does not end with a trip to the veterinarian.

Cavoodles are Australia’s top dog

Oodles of cavoodles are living across the country, with the dog breed named Australia's most popular pup.

Why people put dogs in their dating profiles

Did you know that one in two Aussies (49 per cent) are more attracted to pet owners, with furry friends on dating profiles getting a swipe right from almost half the population? According...

Leptospirosis warning for dog owners in Queanbeyan region

Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council has been alerted to a positive Leptospirosis case in the region and is today joining with local vets to recommend vaccination for local dogs. In recent weeks, the Australian Veterinary...

Canberra’s best dog trainers

Here's a list of Canberra's best dog trainers. Click if you're looking for trusted, well-skilled professionals in Canberra.

How Assistance Dogs help service members affected by PTSD

You’ll find her in the snow, inside a velodrome, hiking the woods, walking on sand dunes, resting atop a mountain, or on base at the Australian Navy offices in Canberra. She’s even...

Walk the dog to help RSPCA ACT prevent animal cruelty

The annual Million Paws Walk is back up and dog-walking in the ACT on Sunday 29 May, and the local RSPCA are paw-ssionately aiming to raise $100,000 to support their critical work.

Local woman Jessica Cameron sumo lifts a world record of 4935kgs

Breaking the Guinness World Record for the heaviest sumo deadlift in 60 seconds, Canberran woman Jessica Cameron lifted a massive 4935kg, and raised $22,000 for Integra Service Dogs.

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