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Project Pooch Protect

Project Pooch Protect is a family roadshow event tackling some of the most tick-prone areas in Australia. Four events over two weekends were held in parks across QLD and NSW, drawing in crowds of over 1,000 dedicated pet parents; educating them about Bayer product Advantix and the need to protect their canine companions from deadly […]

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Blonde Puppy - With Harness

Guide Dogs NSW/ACT is calling on the public to help raise $1 million to fund the training of 35 new puppies. These puppies are the latest to be bred as part of the organisation’s program to meet growing demand for guide dogs. Breeding and training these pups is expensive, with each costing around $30,000. The […]

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Kylie Tatti, Supreme Royal Groomer Champion

For the second year in a row, Victoria proved ‘Supreme’ at the Sydney Royal’s prestigious grooming competition hosted by the Pet Industry Association of Australia, which showcases the handiwork of the very best dog groomers from around Australia. Certified Master Groomer Kylie Tatti of Melbourne was crowned Supreme Royal Groomer as well as Best in […]

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K9 Nose Work seminar

K9 Nose Work® is a fun search and alerting sport for all dogs and owners, and there’s no reason why you and your dog can’t learn it, too, says Marion Brand, who is in the process of becoming the first Certified Nose Work® Instructor in Australia and runs the sport through K9 Nose Time in […]

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Celebrating Mother’s Day

On May 2nd, 2014

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Kerry & Keiko

Celebrating Mother’s Day

On May 2nd, 2014

Mothers are not always defined as those that have children. Some devoted ‘mums’ are guardians of the furry variety – their dogs. Kerry Martin of Melbourne-based Akemi Photography has celebrated all mums by capturing stunning images of “parents and their children”. She said the bond she has seen between some of the human owners and […]

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4 Paws 2 Feet Challenge

On April 30th, 2014

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Yoga With Dog

4 Paws 2 Feet Challenge

On April 30th, 2014

Love stretching out your muscles, keeping healthy and exercising? Why not try stretching with your dog! Dogs Life guest blogger Tim Norris from Both Ends of the Lead is holding an online ‘4 Paws 2 Feet Challenge’ to get owners and their canine companions stretching together. Held over 21 days, the event is a great […]

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Project Pooch Protect Photobooth

On April 15th, 2014

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Project Pooch Protect Photobooth

Project Pooch Protect Photobooth

On April 15th, 2014

Four fun Project Pooch Protect events were held last month in NSW and QLD by the lovely people at Bayer Animal Health, featuring a Dogs Life Family Pet Photo Studio! Here are our favourite Dogs Life cover stars from the events – can you spot yourself? ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 79

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Toxic Easter treats

On April 4th, 2014

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Dog and Easter Eggs

Toxic Easter treats

On April 4th, 2014

Veterinarians at Sydney’s Animal Referral Hospital are warning pet owners to watch out for toxic Easter treats such as chocolate eggs and hot cross buns. Many family pets end up in veterinary hospitals over Easter due to poisoning, says Dr Sarah Goldsmid, specialist small animal surgeon from ARH, Australia’s leading 24-hour veterinary hospital. “Chocolate poisoning […]

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Dr Katrina Warren and Riley

Pet food giant, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, held an exclusive wellness retreat at Bondi Beach, NSW yesterday for celebrities and their pups to promote their all-natural Ideal Balance pet food. Dogs Life editor Kylie Baracz and her pampered pooch Rusty were lucky to tag along and enjoy the fun and festivities with the likes of Kerrie-Anne […]

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Dog and ball_David Darcy

A free dog show is making its way to you – providing pooch pampering, entertainment and important information about ticks and fleas. The Project Pooch Protect event, sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, will provide you and your canine companions a perfect day out, with fun activities such as: Zone 1 – The Advantix Clean & […]

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