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Common Reasons Your Pet is Gaining Weight

Common Reasons Your Pet is Gaining Weight

Posted by Petdirect on 11th Jun 2022

Most of us humans know the feeling of gaining a little extra weight. Whether you’ve hopped on the scale and seen the number go up, or can’t fit into your favourite pair… read more

Learn About Puppy Desexing

Learn About Puppy Desexing

Posted by Petdirect on 9th Jun 2022

Puppies are undeniably adorable - who can resist those tiny paws, big eyes and mini snuffles? But looking after a litter of puppies is hard work, not to mention expensive. Which is… read more

Surviving Winter With Your Pet

Surviving Winter With Your Pet

Posted by Petdirect on 20th May 2022

Winter is nearly here, the days will get shorter, the nights longer and the temperature will drop. Raining cats and dogs will be a thing and, depending where you live, snow will… read more

Keep Your Dog Safe This Easter

Keep Your Dog Safe This Easter

Posted by Petdirect on 7th Apr 2022

Easter is right around the corner and that often means chocolate - dark, white, melted, egg-shaped, bunny-shaped - and don't forget those hot cross buns! But did you know that chocolate and… read more

Wet and Dry Feeding Your Dog

Wet and Dry Feeding Your Dog

Posted by PetDirect on 1st Mar 2022

When trying to decide what to feed your pet, you might feel like you need to decide: dry or wet dog food? The truth is that both dry and wet dog food… read more

Top Tips for Grooming Your Dog

Top Tips for Grooming Your Dog

Posted by Petdirect on 1st Feb 2022

Good grooming will help your dog look and feel their best. Routine grooming sessions also allow you to examine your dog’s coat, teeth, eyes, ears, and nails for signs of problems. How… read more

Summer Safety for Pets

Summer Safety for Pets

Posted by Petdirect on 20th Dec 2021

With the weather heating up and the days get longer, it’s a great time to get outdoors and get some exercise for humans and pets alike! Whether it’s a walk around the… read more

Keep Your Pets Safe on Howl-O-Ween!

Keep Your Pets Safe on Howl-O-Ween!

Posted by Petdirect on 21st Oct 2021

Halloween may be more popular overseas and a bit different this year than normal, but it’s always good to know how to keep your pet safe if you are celebrating Halloween.  We’ve… read more

Introducing a Food for the First Time

Introducing a Food for the First Time

Posted by Petdirect on 29th Aug 2021

A new pet food should always be introduced gradually, even if your pet appears to like the new food. This will help reduce the chance of a stomach upset following a food… read more

Interactive Play Time With Your Cat

Interactive Play Time With Your Cat

Posted by PetDirect on 27th Aug 2021

Cats often don't get enough exercise, especially indoor cats, so it's important to provide plenty of mental and physical stimulation such as hunting or, at least, engaging in hunting behaviours. This is… read more

Bravecto: Wondering If Your Dog Has Fleas?

Bravecto: Wondering If Your Dog Has Fleas?

Posted by Petdirect on 20th Aug 2021

Most dogs pick up fleas at least once in their lifetime. Fleas are the most common external parasite found on dogs, and whether you live in the city or the country, there… read more

Why Feed a Premium Food?

Why Feed a Premium Food?

Posted by PetDirect on 1st Aug 2021

We all love our pets and would like them to be their healthiest selves and live for as long as possible– even forever if we could make it so! Accordingly, we want… read more

Bravecto: 9 Signs Your Cat Has Fleas

Bravecto: 9 Signs Your Cat Has Fleas

Posted by Petdirect on 1st Aug 2021

No doubt, cats are probably one of the cleanest creatures on earth. If you’ve ever watched your cat groom, then you know it can do this for what seems like hours on… read more

Why Hill's Pet Food?

Why Hill's Pet Food?

Posted by Petdirect on 4th Jun 2021

We all want the best diet for our pets but choosing the best diet can sometimes be quite difficult. Let’s take a look at why  Hill’s Science Diet  pet foods are a… read more

Your Cat's Diet Impacts Their Teeth

Your Cat's Diet Impacts Their Teeth

Posted by Petdirect on 3rd Jun 2021

Did you know that periodontal disease is one of the most common and overlooked disease in cats? It is caused by bacteria in dental plaque that’s built up on the teeth and… read more

5 Tips to Help You and Your Cat Become Besties

5 Tips to Help You and Your Cat Become Besties

Posted by Petdirect on 1st Jun 2021

The simple companionship that we get from cats not only provides emotional support for us but also leads to better health outcomes. Having a pet brings relaxation into our lives, lowering stress… read more

The Myth of 'hypoallergenic Cats'

The Myth of 'hypoallergenic Cats'

Posted by Petdirect on 1st Jun 2021

There is a common belief that some  breeds of cats , especially hairless breeds, are ‘hypoallergenic’. The popular belief is that ‘hypoallergenic’ means ‘allergen-free’ – but what it technically means is ‘less’… read more

The Truth About Cat Allergens

The Truth About Cat Allergens

Posted by Petdirect on 1st May 2021

Humans can be sensitive to a different number of allergens that when summed all together present an additive effect called the “total allergen load”. When an individual has increased exposure to a… read more

Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Sun

Keeping Your Dog Safe in the Sun

Posted by Petdirect on 18th Dec 2020

Summer is a time for adventures, and there’s nothing quite like taking your best furry friend along for the ride. When out for a day at the beach, we take measures to… read more

Caring for Dogs With Allergies

Caring for Dogs With Allergies

Posted by Petdirect on 17th Nov 2020

If you have ever suffered from hay fever, chronic sneezing or a sensitivity to gluten, you’ll understand just how annoying and uncomfortable allergies can be. But allergies aren’t the sole domain of… read more

Bad Doggie Breath – What Can I Do?

Bad Doggie Breath – What Can I Do?

Posted by Petdirect on 17th Nov 2020

While we all love the enthusiastic cuddles and kisses we receive from our furry friends, a bad bout of smelly dog breath can really ruin the moment and leave us struggling to… read more

Is Your Cat Overheating?

Is Your Cat Overheating?

Posted by Petdirect on 17th Nov 2020

When you feel warm or even hot, chances are your cat does, too. And our feline friends can be susceptible to overheating, heatstroke, dehydration and other heat-related illnesses just like us. During… read more

How Much Exercise Do Dogs Need?

How Much Exercise Do Dogs Need?

Posted by Petdirect on 12th Nov 2020

As a dog owner, you’ll know that exercise is an important part of raising a happy and healthy pup. Not only is it fun for your dog (or should be!), but it… read more

Best Indoor Exercises for Your Dog

Best Indoor Exercises for Your Dog

Posted by Petdirect on 11th Nov 2020

There can be times where us pet parents aren't able to leave the house to exercise our dog as much as we'd like. However, it is still important to make sure your… read more

Care Guide for Your Senior Cat

Care Guide for Your Senior Cat

Posted by Petdirect on 27th Oct 2020

A cat is considered senior between the ages of 7-10 onwards, and their needs begin to change drastically. Keeping your senior feline healthy and comfortable can be made a lot easier with… read more

Care Guide for Your Adult Cat

Care Guide for Your Adult Cat

Posted by Petdirect on 22nd Oct 2020

A cat is considered an 'adult' at 12 months of age, and their needs begin to change. Now that you have made it through their kitten stage, you will want to maintain… read more

Care Guide for Your Adult Dog

Care Guide for Your Adult Dog

Posted by Petdirect on 20th Oct 2020

So you made it through the puppy stage, congratulations! Now your dog is officially an adult, you will be wanting to maintain their health to ensure they go into their 'senior' years… read more

Care Guide for Your Kitten

Care Guide for Your Kitten

Posted by Petdirect on 15th Oct 2020

So you've got a new member in the family? A fluffy bundle of joy that brings sunshines and rainbows with every purr? Having a new kitten is a very exciting time, but… read more

How Flea Treatments Work

How Flea Treatments Work

Posted by Petdirect on 1st Oct 2020

It’s one of the most important roles of a pet parent, to make sure our animals are treated for fleas all year round. Now, there are more flea treatment options available than… read more

5 Reasons Your Cat is Avoiding Their Litter Box

5 Reasons Your Cat is Avoiding Their Litter Box

Posted by Petdirect on 16th Sep 2020

There’s nothing more frustrating than when your cat stops using their litter box. Most times, your cat isn’t going outside of their litter box just to spite you. Medical issues such as… read more