Pets

Pups seem to be more like us than we think…

Buddy, Smokey and Molly all made the cut - but what was number one?

Forget tea cup pigs and baby goats, this Giant African Land Snail is now at the top of everyone's pet list.

Once in a while a job comes along that is so great it's hard to believe it's real. This is one of those jobs.

Dr Chris Brown, you're out.

There's a simple test you can do at home to find out.

Wait till you see him now!

Dogs are happiest with people around - but having our pooch with us 24/7 isn't always practical. How can we keep our beloved pets happy while we are away?

Attention all pet parents.

Australian's spend more than $12 billion annually on our beloved pets, and that's just the start of it...

Feline to pet parent: We need to talk.

The rescue pup was a first-time contestant but came out top dog.

This video will make your day.

She brought her the most unexpected visitor.

She's now urging others to adopt.

There is slow-mo videos involved...

So long, Dr Chris Brown.

Start purr-fecting your CV.

The pup was a regular on her Instagram feed.

No really, science says so.

Cute, but also weird.

Acting calmly and responding quickly is essential in pet emergencies.

Crossbreeds can be wonderful pets – if you know what you’re in for.

Can you get a purr-fect score?

Some owners even blame the food for their cat's death.

Will this pooch accept her rose?

And as the NSW Police Force say: "This pupperino is here to pawtect and serve."

Sorry though, animals only.

That settles that then.

We've done the research.

The actress shared her heartbreaking news on Instagram, sharing a poignant tribute to her beloved companion.

But don’t worry; it’s all totally safe for your pup.

The 'devastated' pug owner pleaded guilty in court to making up a robbery.

Science has your back on this.

Debate over, dog lovers.

Well they are our fur babies.

Yes, you read right - this poor pup endured what many would consider to be their worst nightmare.

Points for enthusiasm.

Weeping into our pet’s fur as we speak.

Their popularity has exploded due to recent events.

Now this is a modern-day love story.

Pet parents take note: your home is a death trap.

From rehoming strays to finding a trusted breeder.

Free yourself from fur (and other messes).

Our kitty population is in grave danger.

Least surprising news ever, really.

“We need a standard code of practice.”

Mark your map, we have locations.

She was trying to take a selfie.

These animals are inseparable.

Other than it'll stop the kids nagging.

The pioneering technique is giving hope to other amputee animals.

The pioneering technique is giving hope to other amputee animals.

It's puppy love for Sunrise star Samantha Armytage and her fluffy new friend.

Promise.

Who will take out the title of Top Dog?

Their fur family is just as important as their real-life relatives and now, Coco and Ice T have confirmed the sad news their beloved bulldog Spartacus has passed away.

Chocolate is the obvious one but others might surprise you.

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

They ended their engagement back in 2013 in a blaze of glory, but it seems the love of an orphaned puppy is enough to mend any broken bridge.

The pitter patter of little paws is echoing through the Clooneys’ Los Angeles mansion.

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.

He's only one but this insanely cute flat-faced Persian kitty is fast-becoming Australia's very own Grump Cat.

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

Taylor Swift's cat, Meredith, has scratched Taylor's $40 million legs!

The pampered pets of Hollywood are so spoiled by the famous owners, they live better lives than most humans!

Celebrities share adorable pics with their pets.

Hugh Jackman has become the proud new owner of a gorgeous champagne-coloured cavoodle.

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 […]

It was love at first sight when Luke Jacobz met Ollie. Now he’s teaching others how to care for man’s best friend. He’s the host of one Australia’s biggest singing shows, but Luke Jacobz happily admits his heart belongs to a small tan dog. The X Factor presenter met adorable pooch Ollie through a mutual friend […]

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.

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 […]

Have you ever seen four pandas playing on a slide? Well, prepare yourself for an absolute overload of adorable Panda behaviour, because that’s exactly what we have found! Check out the video of the pandas eagerly chasing their handler to the top of the slide and then follow her down. Even a baby panda pile-up […]

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 […]

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 […]

They’re an inseparable trio and they are out to prove that everyone can be friends regardless of what they eat or how they look. Simba the lion cub, Monty the dog and Thumper the floppy-eared rabbit — who all live in Scotland — play together every day and this video captures some of their wrestling […]

Watch this super-cute sea otter pup taking a leisurely swim and covering its eyes with its paws. According to the otter-loving YouTuber who uploaded the vid (KatieOtter501), otters spend a lot of time chilling and often cover their eyes. “Wild sea otters spend between 50 to 60 percent of their time resting, taking breaks between […]

This hilarious video shows one very brave duck going after a dog on a farm! The duck, Floppy, tries to charge and nip the dog, Ruby, with its beak — but the dog just has a game of chasing on its mind. At one point Floppy bites the dog, which leaps up and runs away. […]

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 […]

While the internet thrives on adorable cats — a less-adorable cat story has made headlines: a man from southern Israel has cited the stress of owning 550 cats as grounds for divorce. The cats were brought home by his wife and eventually led to the deterioration on his marriage, according to the Times of Israel. […]

Cats have long ruled the internet, but ‘puppyvision’ might just be a show-stealer. From the people who brought us the GoPro on the bottom of the ocean and GoPro in a dishwasher, comes GoPro on puppies. Filmmaker Jeramiah Warren said on his idea to use the action video camera on a pup came out of […]

This chihuahua was captured on film dancing around every time the waiter passed by with a plate of food. The passerby was so impressed he posted it on Dogwork.com And we agree, it looks just like a little salsa…

They say dogs are man’s best friend but this Labrador and golden retriever seem to have found soul mates in each other. When Tanner, a golden retriever, arrived at Woodland West Animal Hospital in the US, vets feared there was not much they could do for him. Due to cataracts, he is blind in both […]

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 […]