Category: Lifestyle

What most people mean when referring to rattan dog beds (also known as wicker dog beds), is a dog bed made of a woven rattan-type material or similar plant origin, such as bamboo and cane. We Aussies see this type of furniture in Bali frequently, as Indonesia has a long history of making woven rattan […]

Dehydrated pig ears for dogs are a classic when it comes to chews for dogs. They’re pretty tough and during the chewing process, the pig ear slowly becomes softer so that the dog can gradually eat it. Chewing is a natural behaviour in dogs. In fact, dogs’ teeth are designed for extensive chewing and experts […]

If your dog naturally likes to burrow or often sleeps under blankets, they might appreciate a dog cave bed. That said, if you have the type of dog who prefers to sleep on the cold tiles next to the dog bed, you may want to think twice about splurging on a dog cave bed as […]

If you found this article, I probably won’t have to tell you how hard it can be to find good-looking wooden dog beds in Australia. I mean, after all, we’re the country of overpriced, ugly wire crates – am I right? So, I’ve done the research, and in this article I’ll share with you some […]

Have you ever wondered how hot is too hot for dogs? Generally speaking, with enough water, shade, and air circulation, most dogs will probably do OK in warm temperatures up to 32°C. However, take this as a rule of thumb as it will vary amongst individual dogs. Also, we can’t stress the importance of access to […]

With our busy lifestyles, our dogs are often left to their own devices for hours each day. How to keep your dog entertained while at work is a question many people ask themselves. Leaving a dog home alone for a long time can lead to many different social and behavioural problems in our dogs. As […]

Are you wondering if your dog can eat beef jerky? Don’t skim read this, because the answer is both yes and no. Can Dogs Eat Beef Jerky? In short, dogs can eat dog-friendly beef jerky (if they tolerate beef to begin with). But not the type of beef jerky that’s made for humans. Confused? We […]

Ok here’s what this article is about. I’m not a professional dog trainer, but I do agility with my dog as a hobby. I don’t have any current plans to compete and no local clubs I could join. I do have a bit of space in our backyard, so I was hoping to buy some […]

Welcoming a dog into your life brings many joys, including the unexpected proliferation of waste bags in every corner of your existence. Suddenly, they’re in your pockets, your purse, swirling around your car – seemingly multiplying on their own. This is a sign of a responsible pet owner, of course, but it also highlights a […]

A nervous dog collar typically comes in bright colours with big, capitalised letters indicating that the dog wearing it requires space. The idea is simple – it’s to let other people know ahead of time that it’s best if they don’t approach. Or, if they must, approach slowly without bothering your dog. Everyone who owns […]