Series 3

There has been a growing trend over recent years with chickens becoming more common as pets in inner city homes, particularly as people realise the many benefits that owning chickens can provide. The benefits of backyard chickens Not only do chickens provide tasty, organic, fresh eggs, they also help lower food wastage by eating kitchen scraps and love to get into any damaged or overripe...

In this episode, Co-host Lara Shannon talks to Emily Myatt, a PETstock Master Groomer, to find out why you should keep your dog (double coat or not!) well groomed and cool during Summer. Lara also teaches you how to confidently let your dog off leash at the dog park by following a few simple recall training tips. She also discusses why dogs mount other dogs...

In this episode, Pooches at Play Creator and Co-host Lara Shannon travels to the beautiful waters of Tasmania to check out the Huon Aquaculture salmon farm who supply the salmon that goes into the Big Dog Pet Foods. She learns about their sustainability focus and why Salmon is such a superfood for us and our pets. Host Gyton Grantley gets up close and personal with...

In this episode, Host and Dog Trainer Lara Shannon shares her top tips on how to successfully introduce a new dog or cat into your home and keep them both safe and happy. Gyton Grantley gets some tips for renting with pets, as many rental laws around the country still enforce a ‘no pets’ policy, and finds out what you can do to help have...

In this episode, Host Gyton goes to PETstock to find out which kitty litter is right for your cat and Co-host and trainer Lara Shannon talks us through some tips on how to keep your cat happy whilst you're out at work all day. Lara also talks to Trish from FourPaws K9 Training about why she chooses to feed Gabe, her 12-year-old Kelpie a raw...

In this episode we talk with PETstock's bird expert, Belle Stubbs, to find out about the benefits of wild bird feeding and what you need to know to ensure you are helping, rather than hindering, their survival. Dr Melissa Meehan meets up with Jedi the English Staffy and his owner Sheridan to explain about the 'Cherry eye’ condition that affects many staffies and other breeds,...

In this episode we check out how owners are Inadvertently Reinforcing Bad Behaviour in their dogs, how to use the Rufus & Coco Grooming Tools, learn about Canine Cancer, Dog Photography Tips from Puppy Tales, dog friendly holidays, and how to stop your dog from eating too fast! In this week’s episode, you'll meet the beautiful Henri the Sheepdog and find out about the signs...

In Series 3 Episode 2, we talk with Dr Mel to explain why vet bills always seem so expensive. Host Gyton Grantly finds out why fish are such popular pets & how to choose the right fish and tank for your household. Co-host and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon gets some raw food diet tips for puppies and provides some advice to how to handle separation...

In Episode 1 of Series 3, Host Gyton Grantley meets ‘Joe’ the Sulphur Crested Cockatoo and his owner who rescued him, Kim Sowcroft.  After losing his previous ‘mum’ and living with her son, Joe went into a state of despair and needed to be re-homed due to his outbursts and inability to settle into his new life. A passionate bird owner and foster carer, Kim...

With over 6000 pets bitten by snakes each year in Australia* it is important to recognise the signs of a snake bite and that you know what to do if facing this life-threatening emergency. Snakes are prevalent in the warmer months particularly around creeks or dams where there is fresh water. However, 73%* of reported snakebites in dogs happen in their owners’ backyards. Symptoms of...