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Uni vets and city pets free vaccination pop-up event

Book your furry friend in for free dog and cat vaccinations, health checks, desexing bookings, microchipping and responsible pet ownership information at our pop-up clinic. Veterinary students will provide pet services on the day under the supervision of trained veterinarians. City of Sydney residents with a pension or health care card are eligible to register for the free event. We’ll be in touch to confirm all bookings, and will allocate an appointment time. You will be required to provide your pension card for your booking to be confirmed. You must register prior to the event to access free health checks…

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Pets

Natural vs. Processed: 6 Benefits of Natural Pet Treats

We all want to give our pets what we believe is best for them and their four-legged bodies. Pet treats pack a two-in-one punch, providing nourishment and an enjoyable snack for your furry pal to munch on. That said, with an array of pet treats available in the market, pet owners may wonder: what pet treat should you get for your beloved furry pal? There are two primary categories of pet treats you can choose from, namely, natural and processed pet treats. Each type has its own set of pros and cons, but if you value your pet’s long-term health,…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Dog off-leash parks in the Sydney city Council area

Exercising regularly has benefits for both you and your dog. Our off-leash parks are perfect if you want to get outdoors with the furriest member of your family. Taking your pet outdoors to a dog-friendly space is important, especially in inner-city areas with high-density dwellings where dogs don’t have much space to exercise. Regular off-leash exercise in designated off-leash parks helps dogs relieve boredom and release pent-up energy. It may also reduce unwanted behaviour such as excessive barking. Outdoors exercise also benefits owners with dog parks bringing people together. Dogs are welcome at many different parks in the City of…

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Events

Cambridge Markets’ Family Friendly Winter Market is back for 2023!

The Ultimate Winter Market EQ is BACK! This family friendly event will be held on Sunday August 6th at the Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park, from 10am-3pm. Featuring more than 100+ stalls bringing fashion, art, craft, homewares, kids’ goods, candles, gifts, food and more to this brilliant location. There will also be a bounty delicious global food to suit all tastes, live music, and plenty of activities for kids. Like all Cambridge Market’s other markets, this will be carefully curated to bring the best of NSW small businesses to this huge event. At the Ultimate Easter Market EQ, find all natural…

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Inspiration

Sustainable pet ownership: How to make a difference

Owning a pet is a pleasure and a privilege that makes our lives better, but have you ever wondered how you can integrate sustainability into the mix? Being sustainable means looking after our planet, to ensure the future is clean, green and enjoyable for generations to come—including for our furry friends.  You can make a big difference just by making a few small easy changes to your daily routine and in the kind of products you choose—yes, even when it comes to your pets! From longer lasting pet products, to composting waste for the garden, here are a few easy…

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Inspiration

Unique & Unusual – Pet Names

Furrr the Love of Food Pet Insurance Australia has seen an interesting trend toward pet names, with food coming up as a major influence in what we choose to call our feline friends and canine companions.  “While researching the pet top names across the country, we noticed a very interesting pattern,” Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia says. “Food is certainly a driving force behind why many adoring pet owners choose to name their pets.” While television characters, cars, and famous people are also a big source of inspiration, it was certainly the food names that stood out. From the…

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Inspiration

National Pet Adoption Month (March 2023)

Adopt Different and give a pet most in need a brighter future With 1 in 5 families acquiring a new dog or cat1to add to the family unit in recent years, the Petspiration Foundation (formally PETstock Assist) is encouraging Australians to Adopt Different this National Pet Adoption Month by considering a pet most in need, with more than 7,4002 animals currently looking for a forever home.  Sherralea Cassidy, Petspiration Foundation’s Charity and Events Lead, says the charity is on a mission to have cats, large dogs, adolescent dogs and bonded pairs that can’t be separated, adopted as they remain the…

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Inspiration

How intermittent fasting can change you and your dog’s lives

More than just a diet fad, intermittent fasting is a meal timing lifestyle schedule in which you cycle between periods of voluntary fasting and non-fasting.  It has been hailed by many as the magical answer to shedding kilos and has amassed millions of fans all over the world claiming to experience rapid sustainable weight loss and improved health and wellbeing.  But did you know that intermittent fasting is not only good for humans, it is also suitable for dogs to adopt this lifestyle and its actually very beneficial for them?  Robert Belobrajdic, cofounder of premium dog food company Stay Loyal,…

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