Pet Care Blog
Practical guides from the shop on Murray Street: South Australian dog and cat rules, summer heat, fleas and worms, and choosing the right gear for your pet.
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Registering your dog or cat in South Australia
Every dog over three months old must be registered on Dogs and Cats Online. Here’s how registration, microchipping and desexing work in SA, plus the Barossa Council rules.
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Heat stroke in dogs and cats: keeping pets cool this summer
Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency. Learn the warning signs, what to do on the way to the vet, and the RSPCA’s tips for keeping dogs and cats cool.
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Flea, tick and worming basics for dogs and cats
Fleas live in your home as much as on your pet, and dog products can be fatal to cats. A plain English guide to fleas, ticks and worms, with RSPCA advice.
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Wood, tofu, bamboo or clay? How to choose a cat litter
The best cat litter is the one your cat will actually use. How wood, tofu, bamboo and clay litters differ, and how to set up the tray, with RSPCA tips.
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Choosing the best dog bed: calming, orthopaedic, waterproof or outdoor
Calming, orthopaedic, waterproof or outdoor? How to pick a dog bed that suits where and how your dog sleeps, and how to keep it clean.
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Lick mats and enrichment ideas for dogs and cats
Lick mats, food puzzles, scent games and scratching posts. Easy enrichment ideas for dogs and cats, based on RSPCA advice.
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Questions about your pet’s gear?
Ask us in store or give the shop a call. If we don’t have it, we’re happy to order it in.