The Ragdoll cat has a tendency to go limp when picked up, hence the breed’s unusual name. This relatively new breed originated in America in the 1960s and today’s Ragdolls have inherited more than their fair share of gentle characteristics. Ragdolls can be very dog-like, following their owners around the house like a lovesick puppy. […]

The British Shorthair is a cat with a humble past. After arriving in Britain in Roman times, the cats were tolerated by humans as handy mousers. The cats ran wild until the 19th century when author and artist Harrison Weir decided he liked these street cats for their looks and smarts. Weir began a breeding […]

The Miniature Pinscher is a wonderful little dynamo of a dog – spirited, clever and very alert. The “Min Pin” (as these dogs are affectionately called) was originally bred in Germany to hunt vermin in stables. This required pluck and speed and Miniature Pinschers have both in spades. Although they resemble the Doberman Pinscher, these […]

The Pomeranian is a favourite among toy dogs and it’s easy to see why. Lively, bold and intelligent, ancestors of this fluffy dynamo were companions for Marie Antoinette, Mozart and Michelangelo. The Pomeranian is part of the Spitz group of dogs and the breed’s family tree begins with larger sled dogs from Iceland and Lapland. […]

SEARCHING FOR JEANS I’m looking for some jeans to replace my Guess Classic denims (style no 25052RG) that I bought about four years ago. I bought three pairs but they’re wearing out fast. I rang the Guess store but they don’t have any jeans like that anymore. Would you be able to recommend a jean […]

HUNTING FOR A DENIM JACKET I was wondering if you could help me with trying to find a denim jacket that looks quite elegant. I have asked a few shops in Mildura and they don’t know what I’m talking about. Lorraine, Mildura. Dear Lorraine, Here are some websites for stores I would suggest that are […]

MAXIMISE MY APPEARANCE Could you provide advice/suggestions in order that I might maximise my appearance? I am very mindful of my appearance by lack understanding and skill in being able to do much with it. I am 5’2″, 66 kg, wear a 14DD bra, have hair that is curly, dry at the ends, and a […]

MOTHER OF THE GROOM I am a 64 year young mother of 4 children and sadly lacking in the trim, taut and terrific areas. My eldest son is getting married in 6 months in the Cook Islands and I am in desperate need of some advice as to how to present myself in the best […]

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