Entries by Nadia Crighton

Thunderstorm Fear

Do you have a pet that exhibits any unusual behaviour during a bad thunderstorm? Here’s some advice to help your pets get through the thunderstorm season. If you live in Aussie you will be all to familiar with the sudden darkening of clouds and the rumble of thunder above after a scorching hot day. But […]

Top 10 Pet Supplies for your new puppy

Buying or adopting (which we prefer) a new puppy is a big responsibility. But with this responsibility comes finding the right puppy products which can be a lot of fun. There are so many puppy products out there; so you’ll have plenty to choose from. Just remember, once you enter a pet shop or department […]

Keeping Cool

With the rising temperatures across Australia, many of our pets are feeling the heat. Here are some easy ways to ensure your pet keeps cool and comfortable this summer. As the thermostats hit HOT, many of our pets struggle with the rising temperatures. Sadly it’s around this time of year that veterinarians see many cases […]

Christmas Warning

Pet Insurance Australia (PIA) is urging all Australians to think carefully before purchasing a pet this Christmas. “Christmas is when many families become proud owners of cats and dogs,” Nadia Crighton Spokesperson for PIA says.  “However spur of the moment purchases can lead to heartache, not only for the owner but also the pet.” PIA […]

Awesome Pet Gadgets

Looking for the perfect way to surprise your pet this Christmas? Here are the top 10 coolest pet gifts around. 1. Electronic Cat/Dog toys That’s right, there are now toys that can keep your pet occupied between your lavish play sessions. The Radom Motion Cat toy provides an erratic spinning motion that causes a feather […]

Coping With Grief

Coping with the Loss of a Beloved Pet Loosing a pet can be a very emotional time, particularly if children are involved. Here are some tips to help you get through the worst times. The Bond with Your Pet I felt overwhelming grief when I received the phone call informing me of my faithful dog’s […]

Medical Marvels

Exciting Veterinary Advances Over the past 15 years, the veterinary field has witnessed remarkable advancements that have transformed the care of our beloved animals. From innovative prosthetic limbs to intriguing developments like doggy dentures, these breakthroughs have propelled veterinary healthcare forward. Stem Cells: A Healing Marvel In the last decade, stem cell therapy for companion […]

Pet Insurance Australia wins Canstar award

Canstar were pleased to congratulate Pet Insurance Australia (PIA) on achieving outstanding value in both the Accident and Illness and Comprehensive Cover categories. This was the first time Canstar has researched the pet insurance industry and policies available to pet owners in Australia. After analyzing and researching 83 insurance products from 17 insurance providers in […]

Bemusing Behaviour

One of my very beloved dogs suffered from some strange habits. The main one (and probably most obvious) was that she would continually chase her shadow, or reflections caused by glass, cutlery, CD’s and watches. This became quiet a problem at dinner parties as my very large dog would bound playfully at the feet of […]