Entries by Nadia Crighton

What’s My Dogs Age?

Nadia Crighton takes an in-depth look at how we tell the age of a dog. Ever wondered why your 12-week-old pup is starting to lose baby-teeth? For humans we start lose our baby nashers around the age of six or seven so what does this say in terms of maturity of a dog compared to […]

No Dirty Dishes Day!

The 18th of May signals the fun and unofficial recognition of No Dirty Dishes Day. Meaning for one whole day, Australians are free of dirty dishes, scrubbing brushes and detergent. “These fun holidays are always great to remember to take some time out for ourselves and have a break from the chores of everyday life,” […]

Cat Facts!

Nadia Crighton is at it again… digging up some of the most fantastic cat facts around. If you are like the millions of adoring cat fanatics around the globe you’ll simply love reading of all the interesting cat facts around. We’ve done the rounds and come up with some of the most interesting cat facts […]

Excessive Drinking in Pets

So kitty has taken to the water bowl in full force? Lapping up endless drink-stops, cause for concern? Most certainly! Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia explains why. “It’s important for cat lovers to note that the onset of excessive drinking can be a symptom that something is not right,” Crighton advises. “As soon as […]

Hello! – Introducing Dogs & Pups

In part one of our Hello series, Nadia Crighton takes a look at how to best introduce a new puppy or an older dog into an existing canine dwelling home. So you’ve finally made the choice to bring a new furry family member home. So what about your current dog? How will they take to […]

Those Pesky Seeds

Watching a dog frolicking through the long autumn grass is something many pet owners simply love. However, for some dog owners that long grass, and more importantly their seeds, can wreak havoc and send some into a panic of checks and searches. “Even though summer has come to an end, there are still a lot […]

Preparing to Say Goodbye

Nadia Crighton shares her personal experience as she gets ready to farewell an old faithful friend. It’s never an easy thing as a pet owner. But it is the hard reality; that most of us will outlive our beloved animals. Many pet owners can easily bring themselves to tears thinking of the dogs, and cats, […]

Supercharged Eating

Do you have a puppy or dog that eats extremely fast? Gulping food down at supercharged speeds? Nadia Crighton takes a look at some of the problems associated with fast eating and how you can help prevent it. It’s not uncommon to hear of shocked puppy owners at how quickly their little bundle of fluff […]

Life Hacks for Cat Owners

Wanting some great tips to help with your cat? From preventing scratching to abolishing hair, Nadia Crighton takes a look at the top life hacks for cat owners. As cat owners we are always on the search to make our felines lives a little easier. Particularly if you own a long-haired heavy-shedding variety of love. […]