NEWS ARCHIVE

There are many benefits to teaching children how to care for dogs. They learn compassion, responsibility, kindness, and patience as well as developing a stronger bond.

One of the most surprising discoveries to come out of the pandemic is how good Aussies are at saving money. Households and businesses have saved more than $200 billion as people tighten their belts in the face of economic uncertainty.

Lick granuloma is caused when a dog constantly licks a certain spot on its body, which can develop into small sores that can bleed and become infected if untreated.

Canine herpes is a viral infection that affects the reproductive organs of adult dogs, and the respiratory organs in puppies.

Whether you have made a New Year’s resolution to exercise more, or you are simply wanting to stay fit, there’s no reason why your pooch cannot offer you the best support by becoming your workout partner. In fact, for many reasons, they are the best partner you can ask for! Not only will they keep up with you, but you won’t hear any complaints and they will be all the more appreciative of the time you have spent together bonding.

When you think about hazardeous items in the home, there are obvious items that come to mind such as knives, scissors, poisonous liquids, and insecticides - which we usually keep locked away in a cupboard or drawer and out of harm's way.

Whether you’re planning a camping trip, a day at the beach, or a barbie with mates, there’s no reason why your fur-ball shouldn’t be included in Australia Day celebrations.

According to Choice, Australians spend more than 2 billion dollars every year on pet food. With an industry this big, it’s concerning that the pet food industry in Australia is unregulated and standards for manufacturing and the marketing of pet food are voluntary.

Pebbles came into the GAP program when her owner/trainer needed some help in rehabilitating her. Pebbles was unfortunately born with deformed back legs. Her right leg performed mostly as a normal hind leg would, but her femur is slightly curved. Her left leg, however, was not being used and was affecting her movement. Our gap GAP staff member Hayley was able to foster, and she put her hand up to take Pebbles on for however long, or short that would be. When she initially came into Hayley's home, she had no name. Her partner affectionately called her Pebbles as, because of that left leg, she used to hobble along like she was walking barefoot on little rocks!

Planning a getaway can be exciting, that ‘holiday feeling’ and counting down the days and hours before you can hit the road and say goodbye to all the stress, deadlines, and phone calls is a wonderful thing.

What’s better than a day spent in the sand and surf? Doing it with your furry companion of course!

During the pandemic, we witnessed a flurry of pet adoptions as people sought companions to share the large amount of time they were now spending at home. This was particularly true for puppy adoptions, which caused a critical shortage of puppies available for adoption.

While New Year’s Eve is an exciting time for us as we count down to the fireworks that ring in the New Year, it can be a terrifying and stressful time for your greyhound. The loud noises from the fireworks display induce severe stress on your pooch and can cause them to take flight in an effort to escape the noise. It’s not uncommon for dogs to jump through glass, jump over fences or dig their way under fences to try and get away.

We have all felt the dreaded bloat after a big Christmas lunch or dinner, and the associated guilt with eating way too much over the festive season as we catch up with our family and friends to celebrate the year.

As we busily prepare for Christmas with family and friends, you should also consider how your furry friend can be integrated into the festivities and share the Christmas cheer. Your greyhound is as much a family member as Uncle Tom or Aunty Janet and there’s plenty of ways you can ensure that your pooch is included in family celebrations:

There's nothing like an Aussie summer spent at the beach. Running across the hot sand to find your perfect spot and jumping into the surf to cool down is a right of passage and signifies the start of a long Aussie summer.

As you drag the Christmas tree from the garage and bring it back to life, hang the wreath on the door and begin to bring the festive spirit into your home, it’s important to make sure that your decorations don’t become a hazard for your dog.

Summer is in full swing and 40 degree days are not uncommon. Feeling parched has become the new norm and reaching for an ice-cold beverage has become a way of life. Staying hydrated in extreme temperatures is vital to your overall health and wellbeing – and just like us, dogs need water to stay healthy.

As the Christmas lights are dusted off and the shops start playing Christmas tunes on loop, it’s safe to say that the festive season is well and truly in full swing.

It’s very easy to get swept up in the spirit of Christmas. After all, putting up the tree, Christmas decorations, and preparing for the flurry of family and friends can be an exciting time.