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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.

PAWS Network ACT connecting pet parents with the best resources

PAWS Network ACT is an online pet aid and well-being resource that would see all chosen family members receive the best care.

How to find your pawfect match this Valentine’s Day

With the celebration of love just around the corner some people may be thinking a furry, feathered or scaled companion might be a better choice than human company. CW has spoken with an animal expert to get advice on how to find your newest love.

Tunes, low light calm pets fireworks fears

It's common for pets, especially dogs, to get frightened by the annual New Year's Eve fireworks.

RSPCA ACT tells us how to look out for pets during summer

With summer here, it’s important that pet owners take the time to ensure our furriest family members will be comfortable in changing conditions. RSPCA ACT CEO Michelle Robertson says because animals can’t take off layers if they start to get a bit toasty or simply jump in a pool, humans have to provide solutions for them.

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.

Pets as presents? Not the best idea, says RSPCA ACT

Are you thinking that an adorable ball of fur would make the perfect present under the tree this year? The RSPCA ACT says gifting yourself a fluffy, feathered, or scaley friend can be okay if you are ready for a new family member but strongly advise against choosing one for friends and relatives.

Australians predicted to spend big this Catmas

Santa Claws is making his list and checking it twice, checking to see what cats have been naughty or nice. A new study has shown that our feline family members are expected to get at least two presents under the tree this Christmas year. While Australians are predicted to spend a whopping 71 million dollars on presents for their cats.

Have you heard? Pets of Canberra Calendar

Now is your time to enter the 2023 Pets of Canberra Calendar! All furry, feathered, scaled, or hairless pets are welcome to enter.

Best Canberra staycations for you and your pooch

Looking for a few nights off from all the household chores and responsibilities but don’t have the time or the funds to jet off to Sydney, Melbourne or beyond? Then a staycation is the answer for you.

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...

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RSPCA shares 5 top tips to protect your pets this winter

To help keep both you and your pets warm, RSPCA NSW Chief Veterinarian Dr Liz Arnott shares her five top tips to help care for your pets for this winter.

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.

RSPCA ACT warns Easter treats can be lethal to pets

While Easter is every chocolate lovers’ favourite time of the year, RSPCA ACT is reminding humans that chocolate can be poisonous and life threatening to animals.

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