February is the month of love, and who better to shower with affection than your furry friend? While many people love to kiss and cuddle their pets, there are mixed messages about whether it’s absolutely fine, or a complete no-no.
So is it ok to give...
The weather is heating up, so it’s important to ensure that the sunny weather is something that your pet can enjoy along with you. Also known as heat stress, heat stroke is a potentially deadly condition that can happen quickly. To get in ahead of...
No one likes going to the dentist, but we certainly like having strong, healthy teeth and gums. Our animals are no different – and unfortunately, many pet owners skip over this very important health care requirement.
While there are no animal dentists in the wild, the...
It’s no surprise that you feel better after spending time with your pet. But it’s not just a superficial feeling – pets have real power to help boost your mood and increase your quality of life. From improving your mental health to proven boosts to your...
Gazing into a pet’s eyes, we’ve all wondered – what are they really thinking?
When it comes to your pet pooch, getting an insight into what they might be thinking and feeling is not as difficult as you might imagine. While dogs do use sounds...
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Welcoming a kitten into your home for the very first time? Congratulations.
Your home life is about to get a whole lot cuddlier, a whole lot furrier, and a whole lot more mischievous.
During our tenure as one of Southside Brisbane’s longest serving catteries, we have had...
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As more of us turn to remote working solutions due to the COVID-19 crisis, the battle to adapt to the new normal is only just beginning.
For so many of us, working remotely means an upheaval of our finely tuned routine and the brand new challenge...
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Is a boom of thunder enough to incite panic in your pooch? Does a crack of lightning make your dog agitated, scared or panicked?
For many dogs, even minor storms can be enough to send them spiralling into anxiety. As a pet owner, it can be...
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Owner operators of
Castelan Boarding Kennels and Cattery, Helen and Lance Young, are also
respected Brisbane German Shepherd breeders.
Their breeding operation, Vonehrlich Kennels, imports German Shepherds directly from Germany to Australia for breeding of the most acclaimed bloodlines.
They are passionate about breeding
quality animals for showing...
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In a perfect world, we’d
never have to leave the side of our poochy pals.
However, for most of
us, to fill up Fido’s bowl, we’re forced to head to work.
When left to their own
devices, dogs can become lonely, bored, and sometimes even destructive to your
furniture,...