Melbourne-based dog gear brand  PK9 Gear  has released a new online guide designed to help dog owners choose better, safer and more durable collars in a market crowded with cheap, mass-produced options. Titled   Best Dog Collars in Australia: A Trainer’s Guide to Quality & Durability , the guide was written by PK9 Gear founder Chris Loverseed, who is also the owner of Positive K9 Training and holds a Certificate III in Dog Training and Behaviour. Rather than focusing on trend

More than 4.5 million Australians are forecast to travel over Easter, driving increased demand for pet-friendly accommodation and travel preparation advice.

For many design-conscious pet owners, there is a familiar frustration in maintaining a carefully curated home. A thoughtfully styled entryway can quickly lose its appeal when damp, frayed dog leads and harnesses are left draped across consoles and coat hooks after a morning walk. A Melbourne-born pet accessories label is aiming to change that dynamic by offering an alternative to traditional pet gear materials that are often associated with lingering odours and maintenance ch

The report outlines the collective efforts of the council’s 30 member groups during the 2023 to 2024 period, detailing the scope of their work, key trends in wildlife care and case studies highlighting rescue and rehabilitation initiatives.

With temperatures soaring across the country, summer is officially beach season. And for dog owners, that means sandy paws, salty snouts and a whole lot of tail-wagging fun.

Australian pet parents are officially over ugly pet furniture. Millennials and Gen Z, in particular, are demanding pet products that look as good as they feel, with style now ranking just as highly as comfort.

Australia is in the middle of a scorching summer, and while humans can reach for air conditioning and iced coffees, our pets are far more vulnerable when temperatures spike. With extreme heat becoming more frequent, pet owners are being urged to think ahead and kit out their animals with products designed to keep them cool, hydrated and safe. Dr Teagan Lever, Head Vet at Pet Circle , said preparation and awareness can make all the difference. “Supervision and awareness are cr

Monument (Eila Hiltunen, copyright: Kuvasto 2025) . Photo: Pyry Lepistö, Helsinki Partners In a world where cities compete over walkability, wellbeing and liveability, Helsinki has quietly leaned into a different kind of urban advantage: designing happiness with dogs in mind. The Finnish capital, regularly ranked among the happiest cities in the world, has long treated dogs as part of everyday urban life rather than an afterthought. From free public transport to forests, beac

Cats may still pretend they are emotionally unavailable, but new research suggests food is very much their love language.

\ Australians may argue about coffee, footy and property prices, but when it comes to cat names, the nation has made one thing clear. Luna still reigns supreme. New 2025 data shows Luna remains Australia’s most popular female cat name, appearing in nearly every state’s top three. “Luna continues its reign as Australia’s favourite female cat name, appearing in nearly every state’s top three,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. On the boys’ side, Leo and Milo co

While many Australians are winding down for Christmas, the country’s animal shelters are bracing for their most challenging stretch of the year. And this festive season, the message from the frontlines is simple. More foster homes are urgently needed.

Among this year’s comeback stories is Thumbalina, a tiny stray who arrived dangerously unwell. She suffered severe infections, dental disease and breathing issues, all requiring complex surgery costing around $7,000.