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Are you looking for a 2009 calendar?

It's that time of the year again! If you're looking for a calendar for 2009, why not use it as an opportunity to help your local rescue group? Read more...

Kitten behaviour - what to expect and when!

Kitten season is upon us again and with shelters and rescues around Australia flooded with homeless kittens, if you're ready to bring a purring bundle of fun into your life - now is the time to do it! And knowing just what to expect from your kitten during the first few months will help you be the purrrfect owner. Read more...

Vote for Shel! Great exposure for rescue groups

PetRescue has always been about giving a voice to the little guy - to all the hundreds of volunteer foster carers and small independent rescue groups, so often overlooked when it comes to the opportunities online and in the media. Now we have another great opportunity for exposure for rescue groups Australia wide - and we need YOU TO VOTE FOR US! Read more...

Cavy Rescue full to the brim with gorgeous piggies

The Australian Cavy Sanctuary (ACS) Brisbane Shelter is in urgent need of extra funding/assistance. The shelter is currently struggling with now 150 guinea pigs at the shelter with 70 guinea pigs available for adoption and with several more on foster care, and more guinea pigs due to arrive at the shelter by the weekend. Read more...

PetRescue needs your story!

PetRescue is working hard to spread the word about pet adoption and to date has helped 25,000 pets find new, loving homes. Now we need YOU! We're looking for owners who have adopted their pet through PetRescue to be used in an upcoming commercial campaign. Read more...

Chelsea wins - PetRescue wins!

Chelsea Consiglio spends her days helping pets. Working for Jet Pets, Chelsea helps to fly hundreds of pets safely to destinations around the country and around the world - and now she is helping homeless pets too. Read more...

New kids mag promotes the adoption option!

Introducing a new mag just for kids - PETS magazine! In their pilot issue, an excellent article on animal welfare and pet adoption and PetRescue gets a plug! Read more...

Chihuahua lovers lured by movie should think first

Remember, the dogs are playing roles. The real-life personalities of various breeds might not be what you expect. In the case of Chihuahuas, don't think laid-back lap dog just because they're small. Read the breed standard carefully, particularly on temperament. Read more...

Cats and kids: the purrfect match?

Here are 10 tips to consider whether you have a cat and are expecting a new baby, or have kids and are thinking of adopting a new cat: Read more...

The real price of pets

"Pets are often bought on impulse and, in the excitement, many people overlook the ongoing costs associated," says well-known vet Dr Katrina Warren. "Pets are a big commitment; they may live 10-20 years and there are continual costs associated with their health and wellbeing." Read more...