Pet Supplies and Product Reviews

The Sydney Dog Lovers Show is back for the fourth year running at the Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August, 2017. This fun annual event is your chance to listen to great presentations from some of the most respected experts in the pet industry, watch unique live entertainment not to mention pat and photograph lots of adorable pooches! Celebrity vet Dr Chris Brown  will take centre stage again with a series of new and informative talks. He will be joined by beloved vet Dr Katrina Warren and the Wonderdogs who are premiering their brand new show "The Wonderdogs Go On Holiday" ! The star-studded line up continues with Hero Dog Ambassador and Neighbours star Andrew Morley , TV vet Lisa Chimes , RSPCA Inspector Ryan Anderson (Aussie Dog Guy), celebrity animal trainer Peta Clarke , dog trainer Steve Austin and disc agility pro Rodney Gooch . Crowd pleaser (and people-drencher) DockDogs® - sponsored by BlackHawk - is set to make a ...

Brisbane’s Biggest Doggy Afternoon Tea will be held on Saturday 24th June 2017 to raise money for  Cancer Council Queensland . This event is hosted by Pets at the Gabba , Brisbane’s first ever not-for-profit weekly markets for people and their pets, which are being held every Saturday (from 3pm-8pm) in Woolloongabba. The Pets at the Gabba Markets aim to bring the pet community together, promote responsible pet ownership,  raise awareness for and  support local charities, provide a place to meet and socialise.  It also allows local Queensland businesses to showcase their products and services. The markets are continually supporting other human and pet related charities.  Did you know that one in two Australians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime ? The organisers are urging people and their pets to help reduce this statistic by supporting the Cancer Council Queensland  on their mission to defeat cancer. You can play your part by attending Bris...

Take Your Dog to Work Day  (or  TYDTWD ) takes place on  Friday 23rd June 2017  in Australia and around the world. First started in the UK back in 1996, this celebration became popular in the United States in 1999. The day celebrates the companionship our dogs provide and also encourages adoptions from local shelters and rescue groups. Employers are asked to open their businesses to pet dogs to promote the benefits of pet ownership and encourage animal adoption. It is well documented that pets provide a number of physical and mental health benefits for people. Pet dogs in an office environment can be a very positive experience for both workers and the dogs however there are a few rules to follow. These tips from the  RSPCA  should help make this experience run smoothly in your workplace... 1. Preparation before Taking your Dog to Work Check with your office to see if bringing your dog to work is appropriate and will not affect the health and welfare of y...

Double Bay Dog Day is returning to Guilfoyle Park, Double Bay on Saturday 24th June, 2017 after a very successful first year event. This fundraising event will be hosted again by Pound Paws , in partnership with the Double Bay Chamber of Commerce . The aim of this event is to raise awareness about the importance of choosing to adopt instead of shop, as well as providing fun for the whole family and their four-legged companions. Image courtesy (and above): Yeevolution Pictures Sydney dog lovers can shake off those winter blues whilst uniting for a good cause. There will be lots of fun activities ranging from: • A Rescue Dog Walk - displaying lots of cute dogs available for adoption from different pounds & rescue centres. • Dog Finger Painting • Face Painting • Live Music Performances • Pet Stalls - pet treats, information etc. • Food Stalls - vegan treats and savoury snacks for owners •  Dog Competitions  for you to enter your own pet into.  The categories include...

Sydney’s most popular festival for dogs and their humans is heading back to Western Sydney Parkland's Warrigal Run (one of Sydney's largest off leash dog areas) at  Bungarribee Park  (near Blacktown, NSW) on  Sunday 25 June 2017 . Now in its sixth year, Woof-fest is a fun free, community event for dog lovers of all ages. This year's Woof-fest is boasting an impressive line-up of live entertainment, dog skills demonstrations, expert advice from vets and dog trainers and kids’ activities.  There will be: Talks by expert veterinarian Dr Peter Higgins Tips from dog behaviourist Laura Vissaritis - author of the new Dognitive Therapy book Training techniques with Farmer Dave Graham Advice from Sydney-based animal trainer Ryan Tate Cooking demonstrations by Pet Nutritionist Naoko Okamoto from Chew Chew Pet Restaurant . Does your dog bear a resemblance to Snoop-dog, Madogga, Bark Obama, J.K. Growling or Queen Elizabark?  The Search for the Next SuPaw Model  c...

This year again, the RSCPA is celebrating our furry friends on World Animal Day Weekend, October 3-4, with another PAWsome event - the Rescue Me Adoption Day . The weather forecast is looking great! So make sure you don't miss out. After the success of the inaugural event in 2014, on Saturday 3 October, RSPCA NSW will be hosting a mass dog rehoming and pet rescue information day. Working together with other animal welfare and rescue groups from across the state, the main objective for the day is to rehome as many dogs as possible. If you are looking for a new four-legged, furry family member, make sure you put this date in your calendar and come on down to meet the dogs that are looking for a second chance in life. You may be just what they have been waiting for! Even if you aren’t looking for an addition to your pack at this stage, there will be lots of other activities for you on the day – RSPCA Merchandise, food stalls, dog agility course, pet product expo stalls and much mor...

Animal Welfare League NSW sets out to rehome at least 200 dogs and cats in the month of September as part of their "Save a Life in September" campaign, supported by Purina . The month culminates with a fundraising event in Martin Place, Sydney on September 25th from 7.30 am - 2.30 pm, where members of the public can get up close and personal with some of the dogs in care, chat with staff and seek advice from their animal experts. You can also Save a Life this September by donating directly to helping the animals that are in the care of AWL. Members of the public are being asked to consider adopting a shelter pet rather than getting animals from other sources and to either donate or raise funds for Animal Welfare League NSW during September. During “Save a Life in September” they want to let the community know that shelter pets are happy, healthy and ready to be given a second chance at a forever home. They have gorgeous dogs, cats, puppies and kittens all waiting to meet ...