A home fit for feathered friends

Aviary Care

A home fit for feathered friends. A home-owner and pet-sitter guide.

Creating a healthy, safe and engaging home for winged companions requires daily maintenance and care.

An aviary can be a beautiful addition to the home of any bird enthusiast, offering the pleasant daily songs of happy feathered friends.

Maintaining an inviting, stimulating, and healthy environment for birds requires time and dedication. Here are some tips to help you create a paradise for your feathered companions. Continue reading “A home fit for feathered friends”

Show you care on Love Your Pet Day

Our furry, scaly and feathery friends are more than just pets, they’re members of the family. The unconditional love and affection that our pet pals give willingly, is on full display every day.

Now, for Love Your Pet Day, it’s our turn to share the love. Need a few thought starters? We have you covered. Here are some of our top ideas to make your pet pal feel extra special today, and every day. Continue reading “Show you care on Love Your Pet Day”

Sun protection for pets

Pet Sun Care

Australian summers bring heat, humidity and harsh sun. Just like us, our pets need to be protected against UV rays for their health and wellbeing.

Here’s how to protect your pet while out in the sun this summer: Continue reading “Sun protection for pets”

Fun ideas for festive fur photos

There’s no better way to express the love of a pet pal than by including them in the family Christmas card photo. But there may be challenges in getting the perfect pic with your pooch or kitty.

It takes a bit of planning to capture the perfect pet photo, but here are some fun ideas to inspire the festive flair in your next pet portrait. Continue reading “Fun ideas for festive fur photos”

Reading to pets

Reading to Pets Reading can be a transformative experience, taking us to incredible worlds, discovering unique perspectives, learning new information and skills, and much, much more.Interestingly, a good page-turner can also have a positive effect on our pets.

While there isn’t a great deal of evidence that tells us exactly how reading impacts our pet pals, real-life examples highlight that reading presents positive outcomes for people and our four-legged friends. Continue reading “Reading to pets”

Microchip checks

Microchip pets

Regularly checking the contact details linked to your pet pal’s microchip will ensure that if they find themselves away from home, a reunion with their loving humans is only a quick scan away.

There are a few simple steps you can take to ensure your treasured four-legged friend finds their way home safely: Continue reading “Microchip checks”

Spruce up pet spaces this Spring

Dog in bed

It is the season of Spring cleaning! It’s the perfect time to give our pet’s belongings a little clean-up to reduce odour, and parasites and to support the general well-being of our fur kids.

While our pets love familiar scents on their bed, blankets and toys, it comes a time when all these items need to have a good wash – or get replaced altogether! Continue reading “Spruce up pet spaces this Spring”

Hefty Paws: Pet Obesity and the next steps

Ginger Cat

There are various physical and mental health risks associated with excess weight gain for our beloved fur kids.

Worrying statistics reveal that in Australia over 40% of dogs and more than 32% of cats may be considered overweight or obese. These figures highlight the need for greater awareness and education about the causes of pet obesity and the steps to take, to help protect the health and quality of life of our pet pals. Continue reading “Hefty Paws: Pet Obesity and the next steps”

The pet sitter with a fondness for felines

Cat Whisperer

Violet’s journey into pet sitting started a few years back when a friend nudged her to “just give it a go.” Fast forward, and she’s now the go-to pet sitter in Sydney and Melbourne, known as The Aussie Cat Whisperer.

Growing up with a love for animals, especially cats, she’s built a solid reputation over the past year with Mindahome, charming even the pickiest felines. While she’s also cared for dogs, it’s her knack for connecting with cats that has pet owners raving about her online.

Currently, she’s enjoying a 12-month sit with two adorable kitties and loves sharing tips for anyone looking to dive into the pet-sitting world. Continue reading “The pet sitter with a fondness for felines”

Springtime pet allergies

Pet Sitting

With plants flowering, pollens spreading through the breeze, and our pets exposed to weeds and other grasses in the backyard or on walks, our pets might experience adverse skin reactions to these seasonal environmental changes.

As the weather warms and our pet pals spend more time outdoors, keep an eye out for signs that the change in season could affect your pet. Continue reading “Springtime pet allergies”

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