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How to Care for Injured Wildlife

How to Care for Injured Wildlife

Living in Kur-ring-gai naturally means that we live amongst birds and animals that are endemic to the area. It is inevitable that at some stage we will come into close contact with each other and it is our duty of care to look out for these creatures and do our...

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What you can do to Nurture and Care for Your Wildlife 

What you can do to Nurture and Care for Your Wildlife 

Here are three basic but excellent tips from specialist Wildlife Carers: 1/ Provide Water in Summer.  Leave bowls of fresh, clean water out in shady locations. Shallow dishes are better for smaller animals. If you use a large container, make sure to provide a...

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Pet Food Standard and Regulations 

Pet Food Standard and Regulations 

Image source: pxhere.com Read the Fine Print The fine print states that the self-regulated pet food industry is tasked to abide by the Australian Standard for the Manufacturing and Marketing of Pet Food Standards (The Australian Standard AS5812).  The RSPCA...

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Domestic Birds

Domestic Birds

Birds are beautiful and intelligent animals which makes for a wonderful companion. To enjoy the benefits of owning a bird and to ensure your bird is healthy and happy, great love and care is needed. Bringing a bird into your home should be a happy and rewarding...

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Guinea Pig Care

Guinea Pig Care

Image By GuideYourPet Buying a Guinea Pig It is best to buy your Guinea Pig when it is 6-8 weeks old, when it is fully independent of its mother. It should be alert, lively and the eyes and nose should be free of discharge.  Feet, foot pads and claws should be...

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Rabbit Care

Rabbit Care

Rabbits make excellent pets if handled well since weaning. Rabbits have an average life span of 6-7 years, and a possible longevity of 15 years. There are several important things a rabbit owners should know if they are to keep a healthy rabbit and to gain the most...

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