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How to be an eco friendly cat owner

How to be an eco friendly cat owner

If you have a purring pal or are considering adopting a meowing mate, keep on reading to discover how you can become an eco-friendly cat owner.

From adopting a cat and carefully choosing your kitty litter to buying eco-friendly cat food, there are lots of ways to become a ‘green’ cat owner. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

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Do I really need pet insurance???

Do I really need pet insurance???

“Do I really need pet insurance?” This is a common question and something that most pet owners ask at one time or another. Whether an owner goes on to purchase an insurance policy really depends on their individual circumstances.

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Pet fish see a rise in popularity

Pet fish see a rise in popularity

According to Animal Medicines Australia, fish ownership is on the rise with 11% of Australian households keeping pet fish. That’s a combined total of 11.3 million fish. Wow!

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Pet etiquette for kids

Pet etiquette for kids

Firstly, what exactly is pet etiquette and why is it important? In short, pet etiquette refers to manners. There are basic human manners, which we all should follow, right? Well, pet etiquette for kids is really about teaching children what to do and not to do around pets.

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Feline immunodeficiency virus on the rise

Feline immunodeficiency virus on the rise

Previous studies have shown that a relatively high proportion of Australian cats are infected with feline immunodeficiency virus. However, more recent data shows that 15% of cats in Australia with outdoor access test positive for feline immunodeficiency virus. That’s equivalent to approximately one in seven cats! It also means that Australia has one of the highest rates of feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) in the world.

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