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Dog Lifestyle

Let’s talk about life as a pet parent. We’ve got travel tips, dating advice, adoption info and so much more.

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How to Run Safely and Happily With Your Dog 

Keen to hit the road and get fit with your pup? Read this first

life with pets

Let’s talk about both the little things and big moments in life with pets. Like exercise routines, pet-sitter checklists, pet-safe plants… and how much it all costs.

Afgan Hound

Kinship has been keeping up with all the action

Three Bassett Hound Dogs

Grooming scissors cost how much?!

Two Labrador dogs dressed for a wedding

Want to have your dog at your wedding? Here’s how you can make it work

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pets & their people

Let’s talk humans. See what celebs have to say about pet parenthood. Find advice on handling your pet’s other people (eg your ex). And get more tips on the people stuff.

Afgan Hound

Kinship has been keeping up with all the action

Three Bassett Hound Dogs

Grooming scissors cost how much?!

Two Labrador dogs dressed for a wedding

Want to have your dog at your wedding? Here’s how you can make it work

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adoption & fostering

New pet parent (or still thinking about fostering or adopting a pet)? Get all the advice you need: how to find the right pet for you, how to introduce them to other pets and kids, and how to bond with your new family member.

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 “She’s taught me a love I never knew existed”

dog with Bella collar

Didn’t think naming your dog Toast said something about you? Think again...

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“She senses my needs like I sense hers. I don’t know who I am without her.”

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sustainability

Go green with your pet. Read up on eco-friendly pet care trends to help minimise your pet’s carbon pawprint.

Hiker and dog overlooking the top of a mountain

Expert tips to help reduce your pet’s carbon pawprint

Young couple feeding their dog with healthy green food from the farmers market at home

Eight in-season and vet-recommended fruits and veggies that make for healthy, sustainable snacks for your pet

Make your own toys, beds, snuffle mats and more and save yourself a bunch of money in the long run

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travel

From pet travel tips to pet-friendly city guides, we’ve got all your flying, hiking, and biking needs covered.

Strap in, things are about to get complicated. Thanks Brexit

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This is a Bark-erloo line service to Maryle-bone

a woman and her dog sit in a camper van door

Think a life on the road means leaving your pet behind? These pet parents disagree...

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animal advocacy

Learn about the people making a difference for animals and what you can do to lend a hand, too.

Cane corso lying down

The rise of Cane Corsos as status dogs highlights deeper issues in the dog world

nervous-looking dog

Unpacking the friendly-dog fallacy

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Pet crime is on the rise, but these vigilantes are on a mission to tackle it

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