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Selecting Puppy-Safe Plants For Indoor And Outdoor Spaces

A puppy explores with its mouth, nose and paws, so every pot, planter and garden bed deserves a safety check. Indoor greenery can brighten a flat in Melbourne,…

How to Redirect Your Puppy’s Digging Into Better Play

Puppy digging is a normal behaviour, but it can quickly turn a neat backyard into a collection of craters. Young dogs dig to explore smells, release energy,…

Puppy Drooling: Normal Behaviour Or A Sign Of Trouble

A wet chin can be part of ordinary puppy life. Young dogs may produce extra saliva when they are teething, excited, travelling in the car, chewing a tasty…

How to Clean and Store Puppy Toys to Prevent Bacteria

Puppy toys collect much more than slobber. Bits of kibble, dirt, shed fur, grass, sand and moisture can settle into seams and textured surfaces, creating a…

Helping Puppies Cope With Fireworks And Thunderstorms

Loud bangs, rolling thunder and sudden flashes can make an otherwise confident puppy hide, shake, bark or race around the house. Young dogs are still learning…

Teaching Your Puppy To Use A Dog Door Effectively

A dog door can give a puppy more freedom, make toilet training easier and reduce the number of times you need to open the back door. It is especially useful…

Choosing the right leash length for puppy training walks

The first leash you buy for a puppy often seems like a minor detail. In practice, its length affects how clearly you can guide your dog, how much freedom your…

Puppy Swimming Safety: Life Jackets and Gradual Water Introduction

Swimming can be a rewarding activity for a puppy, particularly during a hot Australian summer. A calm paddle may help build confidence, provide gentle…

How to Prepare Your Puppy for a Professional Groomer Visit

A first grooming appointment can be a positive milestone in your puppy’s early socialisation. The visit may involve much more than a bath and haircut: your…

Puppy Sunburn Risks And Safe Pet Sunscreen Options

Australian sunshine can be wonderful for a growing puppy, but intense ultraviolet radiation can damage exposed skin surprisingly quickly. A puppy may burn on…