Pet

Winter is for cuddling up.

Ways to bring the vet to you!

From mail delivery dogs to slithery snakes, these pets prove that we'd be completely lost without them.

Looking to add a fluffy member to your family? Here's what TV's number one vet has to say.

Allergic to dogs? There may be hope if you stick to our list of hypoallergenic dogs.

Celebrate National Dog Day with these marvellous pooches!

His family have now launched a legal suit against the pet store who sold it to him.

“We need a standard code of practice.”

But is it actually cruel?

THAT'S NOT A F--KING DOG BABY... ANSWER YOUR PHONE... THAT'S A F--KING COYOTE.

We interrupt everything that you are doing to tell you that your dogs are dreaming about you when they sleep!

The family has claimed that the complaints were made by a "vindictive neighbour".

For many cat and dog owners a good way to get their own back for all those chewed shoes and phantom poos is to post a photo of their misbehaving pet on internet the with a shame sign.

“The only time that I can remember feeling like this is when my baby was born 10 weeks prematurely and spent two months in intensive care.”

They had been best friends for years, so when his beloved owner died, there was no way dog Doki was leaving him behind.

Chocolate is the obvious one but others might surprise you.

The true definition of man’s best friend.

Getting is a puppy is just like having a baby, right? Wrong.

We take a look at some of the royals most beloved animals.

They say he is “as cute as can be” – except when he keeps them awake all night.

And he’s been fined a mere $200.

Before buying a pet, you need to consider things like your kids' ages, any allergies, cost and care. Whether it's feathers, fur or fins, we've got the perfect companion for any age and stage

Sam Frost and Sasha Mielczarek have taken their relationship to the next level by expanding their family and adopting an adorable puppy.

Dogs are definitely not as simple as you think!

Apart from the whole, 'they sit at the dinner table' thing.

A pet photographer has captured incredible images of cats shaking water off their faces.

The animals at this shelter are looked after by a very unusual nurse – a black cat called Rademenesa.

A good old fashioned Labrador simply won’t do for Kylie Jenner with the star receiving a very expensive new pooch called Rolly, worth a cool $US50, 000.

They may be naughty rascals, but they sure are cute!

When I saw what was happening, tears were immediate. It was just so touching.

You love your cat. Trouble is, your cat doesn't love you.

"He so badly let down by those people he trusted most.”

Meet Darren and Phillip, the Brisbane bull terriers who have become the internet’s newest canine superstars.

Channing Tatum continues to be our knight in shining armour after adopting a rescue horse.

Since the day Ivette Iven brought Farley home, Dilan and the French bulldog pup have been inseparable. Take a look at their blossoming friendship here

Meet Sher Polvinale, the director of House With A Heart, a group who provides loving retirement homes for life to elderly pets-- no strings attached.

"Of all things he could have taken my DVD's, pictures, posters, surround system, TV, I don't care," Jordan said. "He took my dog and that's unforgivable."

Until now, Grumpy Cat has been the undisputed animal king of the interwebs.

Take a look at these sweet rescue dogs pulling some funny faces. Trust us - it'll make your day.

It's no mystery that dog owners tend to be quite obsessed with their pooches, but this new trend seems odd even by those standards.

After being diagnosed with multiple health issues, Poh the Dog's parents decided to take him on the road trip of a lifetime.

Lifestyles of the rich and famous... pets. We check out Hollywood's cutest celebrity pets.

Johnny Depp and his model wife Amber Heard have gotten themselves into a bit of trouble after it emerged that the couple’s beloved dogs were not declared to Customs before entering Australia.

Man's Best Friend will be completely computerised within 10 years, an Australian scientist has claimed.

For seven years they feared their dog was gone forever, but a phone call changed everything.

Prozac for your pet may sound bizarre, but there’s new thinking about the emotional needs 
of animals and 
how medication can help them. Michael Sheather investigates.

Get excited ladies! Home And Away heartthrob Andrew Morley is still single, but in order to win over his heart, you’ll first have to win over his number-one love- his German shepherd Tessa. The 25-year-old animal lover, who plays Spencer on the popular Aussie soap, told Woman’s Day he has one criteria when it comes […]

Meet the pets who have overtaken aspiring bloggers and real-life celebrities to amass huge followings on social media, becoming the cutest new celebs of the digital age.

Rescued from her dead mother’s pouch, this ADORABLE orphaned baby wombat has been nurtured back to health and has taken the web by storm with her incredible cuteness! Orphaned baby wombat Leah has become an internet sensation after her carer Kim Hunter shared these RIDICULOUSLY cute pictures of the tiny animal online. Kim, 48, is […]

Coolangatta cat-trainer Robert Dollwet is the man training felines to be internet sensations and his YouTube Channel has amassed over 14 million views – now he wants ALL cats to follow in the same footsteps.

They live in a palace and travel by private plane so it’s not surprising the Queen’s beloved corgis don’t end their day with a can of Chum. Instead, the royal pooches are served a luxury diet of fillet steak and chicken breast specially prepared by a Buckingham Palace chef. At 5pm sharp, a footman delivers […]

These talented critters master tricks far more impressive than stop, drop and roll… Talented pooch Dice, a two-year-old Australian shepherd, is one super surfer! Her sporty owner Travis Nottle, 31, of Port Lincoln in SA, used to take her out on his kayak and often noticed her putting her head underwater. A surfer himself, he […]

An orphaned puppy and an abandoned kitten have become inseparable since being brought together at the Battersea Cats and Dogs Home in the UK, and now think they are sisters. Kitty the cat was found alone in a garden at just one day old and handed into the rescue centre. Buttons, a Jack Russell, was […]

Obie the overweight dachshund, who at his heaviest weighed 35kg, has made his TV debut in the US. The five-year-old purebred had to be wheeled into the studio on a specially designed trolley because he is so chubby. Obie was discovered and adopted by dog-lover Nora Vanatta, who explained that he has been placed on […]

Growing up with a puppy can enrich the lives of children in many ways. Providing you choose a dog that is a good fit for your family, growing up with a puppy is one of the greatest gifts parents can give a child. The many rewards of pet ownership include learning responsibility and empathy, receiving […]

A five-year-old dachshund named Obie is on a doggie diet after his former owners almost loved him to death. The US pooch, who was overfed by his doting elderly owners, weighs an incredible 35kg. When a relative of the former owners asked for help in getting Obie to slim down, Portland resident and dog-lover Nora […]

When three young girls went missing, rescue authorities didn’t expect the one to find them would be a tiny Chihuahua named Belle. The girls from Georgia in the US, eight-year-olds Carlie Parga and Victoria Baker along with Carlie’s five-year-old sister Lacey, were taking their dog Lucy for a walk down their street when Lucy picked […]

A six-year-old pit bull is being hailed as a hero for not just saving his owner’s life once — but twice. John and Gloria Benton of Lawrenceville in the US have owned the pooch, named Titan, since he was a puppy. This week Titan was honored by The Humane Society of the United States for […]

Children who grow up with dogs are healthier throughout their life, a study in Finland has found. Kuopio University Hospital researchers have found that children who are exposed to dogs in the first year of their life had fewer infections. Researchers studied children in their first year and found those with a canine at home […]

Getting a new puppy isn’t, and shouldn’t, be as simple a matter as heading off to the local RSPCA or pet store and selecting the one that best takes your fancy. Before you start puppy shopping you should seriously consider what factors will help you find the right fit not only for your own, but […]

This video of a two-legged kitten playing with a ball and feather will make your heart melt. Understandably, the cuteness level of this video has allowed it to go viral on YouTube. The adorable and persevering kitten featured in the video and named Anakin, had an instant impact on her owner, Carrie Hawks, 36, when […]

If you’ve recently brought home a new puppy, you’ve probably stocked up on chew toys, a dog bed, bones and other treats. But have you thought about your furry friend’s health? There are several important steps you should take when your dog is young to ensure it stays free from diseases and other health problems. […]

Bacon is obviously a delicious treat for anyone’s tastebuds, whether you walk on four legs or crawl around on your hands and feet. Just take a look at this video! Much like the famous scene in beloved Disney movie Lady and the Tramp, this gorgeous little boy and his friendly pug shared nibbles on a […]

Everyone has seen their fair share of cute and cuddly kitten videos, but there is something different about the stars of the latest viral kitten video, Shorty and Kodi. Their owner Rob Moore, who lives in Toronto Canada, knew they had star appeal and many others soon agreed once he created a YouTube channel about […]

Wouldn’t it be great if we all had a dog as clever as Penny? The German Shepherd and collie cross can keep herself entertained for hours by playing fetch…on her own. Penny’s owner, who posted the video to his YouTube account under the name “hockeygator” said Penny was rescued from a shelter four weeks ago. […]

The next time you’re feeling a little blue, look no further than your pet pooch for comfort. British researchers have found that dogs can identify with sadness just as people can, whether they are familiar with a person or not. A study conducted by Dr Deborah Custance and Jennifer Mayer, both of the Department of […]

Although they weren’t too impressed, these kittens were due for a much needed wash after being left at the Sutherland Shire Animal Shelter, Taren Point, NSW. Andrew Spicer, who volunteers at the shelter with his mum and uploaded the video to YouTube, filled us in on the details. “The shelter has an overload of cats […]

Apparently, when it comes to finding a life-long partner, even animals can get it wrong. Bibi and Poldi, the world’s oldest “married” giant tortoises, have “divorced” after 115 years together, and are now living in separate enclosures at the Reptilien Zoo Happ in Austria. “We get the feeling they can’t stand the sight of each […]

Weighing more than 18 kilos, this cat named Garfield might just be the fattest in the world. But while he may look cute and cuddly US pet experts say his size is cause for concern. Garfield was dropped off at North Shore Animal League America in Port Washington, New York by the neighbours of his […]

When it comes to cute pet videos, you can’t go past a basket of kittens. And although there are plenty of cute animal videos on Woman’s Day‘s pet tv!, it’s hard to go past five kittens copying each other! Check out the video of these five adorable kittens who move in perfect unison in the […]

It’s either a case of one very brave little mouse, or one very lazy kitten. This little mouse shows no fear as it cuddles up under the paw of this kitten, who is extremely care-free and doesn’t seem to mind the company. Who needs a game of cat and mouse when you can have a […]

It’s hard not to love these adorable little lambs who are clearly over-excited! Take a look at these two lambs leaping for joy as they run around a living room that has been turned into a mini lamb sanctuary. Enjoy!

Do you have a question about your pet? Leading pet expert Dr Katrina Warren answers Woman’s Day reader’s questions about their problem pets. Question: How do I get my dog to stop barking while I’m not at home? Katrina says: I would try a citronella anti-barking collar. These collars have a little box that squirts […]

Years ago, after leaving my long-term partner, I moved in with a friend, Sarah. We had known each other for about 10 years but had never been very close. However she offered me a room, which I saw as an out so I took it. Mostly we got along well, but she had a cat […]

When Vision Australia merged with Seeing Eye Dogs Australia a year ago, they welcomed a new breed of volunteer — the puppy carer! These canine-friendly helpers give round-the-clock service by providing loving homes for the puppies that go on to train to be Seeing Eye Dogs. Dennis and Gail Rowatt had wanted to become puppy […]

Now this is what you call puppy love!