Ever wanted to be a dog groomer? An exciting new program has been developed that gives unemployed youth an opportunity to enter the industry, writes Kristie Bradfield. Early last year, Queensland teenager Sophie Meyer was at a career crossroads. After studying to be a beauty therapist and working in a day spa, she found herself […]
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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 […]
It doesn’t matter if your pooch is long-haired, short-haired or hairless, every dog needs to be groomed. Krissy Bradfield finds out what you can do, safely, at home – your very own DIY dog grooming guide. Gordon the Groodle and Stanley the Toy Poodle don’t have to travel far for their weekly grooming sessions. Their […]
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Why is it important to maintain your dog’s grooming schedule during the winter months? Caroline Zambrano answers your winter grooming questions. It is essential to stick to your dogs grooming schedule during the winter months because colder weather often stimulates more hair/coat growth, says award-winning dog groomer Susie Simmons. “Our lifestyles and the role canines […]
Marie Cunningham owns a thriving dog grooming business which, combined with her experience as an animal behaviourist, allows all her doggie clients to enjoy a stress-free grooming session Marie grew up with cats, dogs and fish and always wanted to work with animals. Now guardian to a German Shepherd and a Hungarian Puli, Marie says […]
We look at the five essential training milestones every puppy must reach Everyone knows that puppies need training, but where do you start? When you bring your new puppy home, what are the most important skills and behaviours you need to start teaching him? Let’s take a look at five key puppy training milestones you […]
Do you recognise the behaviour and body language that could indicate your pet is in pain? Tim Falk reports. No dog lover likes to see their pet in any sort of pain. Whether it’s the aching joints of arthritis or simply a visit to the vet that requires them to endure some brief discomfort, we […]
The remarkable German Spitz has a smile worth a million dollars and the personality to match. By Dr Rob Zammit. Like the Poodle, Schnauzer and Dachshund, the German Spitz comes in more than one size. There is the Klein, between 23-29cm, and the Mittel, 30-38cm. It’s believed the German Spitz descended from Samoyed-type dogs which […]
