Hi team! I am the new Kids Club Co-ordinator. How unbelievably cute are the Dalmatians on the cover of this issue? The photo shoot was so much fun and the puppies loved to play and run around (by the end of the day they turned into a big blur of spots!). Keep your eyes peeled for more pics of these puppies on the Dogs Life Dog-a-Blog at dogablog.dogslife.com.au – don’t forget to leave a comment because we love hearing from you!
You can read all about my dog, Tully — she’s an eight-year-old Rhodesian Ridgeback and she is beautiful. I love her! She can sit and high-five and she loves food, but we have to be careful because some food, like chocolate, is bad for dogs.
In keeping with this issue’s theme, we have a special 101 Dalmatians DVD giveaway just for Kids Club members. Five lucky readers will win a 2D Platinum Edition DVD of 101 Dalmatians – it’s such a great prize and the whole team here at Dogs Life l.o.v.e the movie (it’s one of our favourites!).
Keep the letters and pictures of your pooches coming in, too; I can’t wait to get into the office to read all of your funny and heart-warming stories, so we want you to keep writing us letters all about you and your dog. If your dog has been getting up to some mischief, you’ve got a new puppy or perhaps you and your pooch have had some adventures together — we’d love to hear all about it. The best stories will be published in these Kids Club pages or on the Dogs Life website for everyone to read.
Don’t forget that if your have a question, celebrity vet Dr Katrina Warren is ready to answer it! Have you ever wondered what Dr Katrina’s favourite treat is for her pooches Toby and Archie? What about Toby and Archie’s best tricks? Send your questions to dogslife@universalmagazines.com.au with the subject heading, “Question for Dr Kat”. If you’re not already a member of our Kids Club, then you should sign up! All Kids Club members receive an e-newsletter every two months when the magazine comes out, with loads of fun facts and activities. Have a look at the rest of the magazine — we have a whole heap of interesting articles on our favourite furry friends. Speak to you next time! Millie Chandler
Kids Club Co-ordinator www.dogslife.com.au/kids_club
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If you aren’t already a member of the Kids Club, now is a grrreat time to join! All Kids Club members receive an e-newsletter every two months when the magazine comes out, with loads of fun facts, activities and tips on how to be a responsible pet owner. Email your full name, dog's name and dog's breed to
Each issue of Dogs Life, Dr Katrina shares some fabulous advice on doggy health and pet care - from winter warming ideas to health, nutrition and exercise tips. Check out the current edition of Dogs Life for her latest pet friendly tips!
**Do you have a question for Dr Katrina?** How many times does she take her dogs Toby and Archie out walking each day? What is Toby and Archie's favourite game to play? What food do they like best? Send your questions to with your first name, age and state. Your questions may be published in Dogs Life magazine or on the website.
Dogs Life Kids Club Animal Welfare Challenge
The Dogs Life team knows how much our Kids Club members and readers love animals. We receive so many letters and poems about animals in shelters that we thought we would offer a challenge to our readers to help make a difference to animals in need. Pounds across Australia are always in need of blankets for the dogs (and cats). Either individually or by forming a group with your classmates or friends, we urge you to collect as many blankets and toys as possible for a pound of your choice. All it takes is one person to start the campaign and encourage others to follow. Collecting old blankets, sheets and toys from home can help many animals in need and possibly save their lives. The less the pounds and shelters have to spend on things you can donate, the more lives they can save. Shelters are always in need of your support. Everyone that participates, whether it’s individually or in a group, will get a special certificate from Dogs Life. You don’t need to collect the most to win; everyone who takes part is making a difference and is therefore a winner. We will publish photos of individuals/groups who donate large amounts of items to the shelter. To do this, you must get your picture taken at the shelter alongside your donated items.
If you don't have acrobat you can download it here:
Ask for the shelter manager or staff member to complete
Send the form along with your picture, to Kids Club Animal Welfare Challenge/Dogs Life at Locked Bag 154, North Ryde NSW 1670.
For any enquiries, please contact Millie Chandler on (02) 9887 0615 or email
Doggy Tracks
Dear Dogs Life, this is a picture of my four-month-old Welsh Cardigan Corgi puppy, Bailey. He was born on Halloween. I love Dogs Life and Corgis. Jessica, 13, of Rawson, Vic.
Dear Dogs Life, I am the biggest dog lover you will ever meet. My favourite breed of dog is the Border Collie. Sarah, 11, of New Lambton Heights, NSW.
Hi, this is my dog, Millie. Millie is a Labrador crossed with a Hungarian Vizsla. She is six-months-old and has a huge appetite. Carrie of Launceston, Tas.
Dear Dogs Life, I love dogs so I love your mag! I have a Husky called Bowie; he has one blue and one brown eye. I hope you like my picture of a dog called Rex. Kaylah, 11, of NSW.
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