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dog catching a disc

Is your dog a pro when it comes to the game of fetch? Maybe you should give canine disc a try. By Lauren McKellar The sport of canine disc is not a new one, having originated in the 1970s in America, but it certainly has experienced a growth in popularity in the land down under […]

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dog digging

It is one of the most common “problem” doggy behaviours, but you don’t have to put up with digging, writes Laura Greaves.   Alison and Dallas Parker didn’t realise they had a digger on their hands until nearly a month after welcoming their Border Collie puppy, Logan. Aside from expected puppy mischief, the spirited little […]

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grooming product

Here are some of our favourite products to help keep your pet clean DIY-style. Dyson groom tool Keep your dog looking sharp with the Dyson groom tool. Never has grooming been so easy with this product, which removes the loose hair directly from your dog before he or she has had a chance to shake […]

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dog bath groom

You don’t have to take your dog to a professional groomer to keep him looking his best. Tim Falk investigates the grooming jobs you can easily do at home.   When you decide to get a dog, you agree to take on a range of responsibilities to ensure that your pooch has a healthy and […]

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dog sick

A potential nightmare for every pet owner is the paralysis tick but just what should we be looking out for? Katie Cincotta reports.   It’s a terrifying thought to think that a creature the size of a pinkie nail, when engorged in a host animal, could cause paralysis and possibly death in our pets. Unfortunately, […]

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dog health

Learn more about the parasite that can harm and even potentially kill your pet. By Carrol Baker. Have you ever seen a cringe-worthy image of a heartworm infestation in a dog? It is like something out of a B-grade horror movie, but unfortunately, it can be all too real. As the name suggests, heartworm is […]

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Senior Products Guide

On August 24th, 2018

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dog age

Senior Products Guide

On August 24th, 2018

Here are some of the DOGSLife team’s favourite products to help make the life of your senior pet that much sweeter. Redflex heating pad For several reasons, including less body fat and potential joint issues, some older dogs feel the cold more than their younger counterparts. That’s why we like the Redflex heating pad, designed […]

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Body Shop Rspca

The Body Shop Australia is a proud sponsor of this year’s RSPCA Million Paws Walk. Hosted on May 20, tens of thousands of pups will come together for Australia’s biggest dog walk to fight animal cruelty. The Body Shop Australia team will be at Million Paws Walks across the country to highlight its Forever Against […]

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What are the most common dog injuries?

What are the most common dog injuries and how can you stop them happening to your pet? For small-animal vets, every day is different from the last. Treating all sorts of pets for all manner of illnesses, injuries and ailments means that you can never quite be sure what each day will hold. However, there […]

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The heat is on: how to keep your dog cool this summer

Is your dog feeling the heat this summer? Tim Falk investigates how to beat the heat and help your pet stay cool. Is there any better feeling than knowing there are three long months of summer stretching out in front of you, every day of which can be enjoyed with your dog by your side? […]

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