Pets

Looking for something different to do with the family this weekend? This time, your four-legged family member is invited too! Dog Days Out is coming to Varna Park on Saturday 12 September, bringing together local families, dog lovers and their furry companions for a fun morning of activities, useful advice and community connection. Running from 10am to 1pm, the event is a great excuse to get outside, meet other local dog owners and perhaps learn a thing or two about keeping your pup happy and healthy. Free Health Checks for Your Dog One of the highlights of Dog Days Out…

Looking for a family event where the dog gets to come too? Grab the kids, clip on the lead and head to North Bondi Park on Saturday 5 September 2026 for Dog Days Out, a community event celebrating dogs, their humans and everything that comes with being a responsible pet owner. Running from 10am to 1pm, it could be the perfect excuse for a family morning at Bondi — especially if your four-legged family member usually watches sadly from the window as everyone else heads out. And this time, the dog might actually be the star of the outing. A…

Whether you’re sharing your home with a playful puppy, a curious cat or even a guinea pig or rabbit, city living with pets can be incredibly rewarding. While apartment living and busy neighbourhoods present their own challenges, a little planning and responsible pet ownership can ensure your furry family members thrive while helping to create a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone. Here’s how families in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs can make city life with pets a success. A Pet is a Lifetime Commitment Before bringing a pet home, it’s important to remember that they need much more than love and…

While they might be our furry friends, they are also family members who become ingrained within the house. Whether it’s the morning they sit beside the door when we leave or the special spot they lay on the couch when watching TV, these pets have made themselves at home within our family structure. As such, their absence leaves a big hole in the house. Parents must not only grieve the loss, but teach their kids how to cope with their grief as well. The death of an animal companion marks the very first time that many kids will ever encounter…