Studies have shown the development of empathy among children who nurture pets. Read on to discover the best cat breeds that have a long lifespan, are affectionate and easy to maintain for your family. The benefits of owning a cat have long been scientifically proven. Cats are known to reduce the risk of heart disease, …
Dogs are susceptible to a broad variety of parasites including fleas, roundworms, hookworms, heartworms, tapeworms, whipworms and others. Want to protect your best mate against these nasties? If so, check out our picks for the 7 best dog worming tablets in Australia – along with recommendations for similar parasite cleansing products that can be ingested …
Pet insurance is one of the best ways to ensure your pet gets the best treatment possible without burning a hole in your pocket. While something like a routine check-up may cost $50 to $100, vet treatment may rack up hundreds to thousands of dollars in cost for common ailments like ear infections, skin infections, …
Pros: Cons: What’s Petcover? Petcover, which has merged with Petplan, has been in the pet insurance field for over 40 years. To date, they’ve helped over 200,000 Australian pet parents keep their fur babies healthy and protected. Interestingly, Petcover is one of the few insurance companies that offer pet insurance to horses and exotic animals, …
Pros: Cons: What’s Bow Wow Meow? Bow Wow Meow aims to make pet insurance simple and stress-free. As one of Australia’s most popular pet insurance companies, Bow Wow Meow has a track record of positive reviews—especially regarding their customer service and claim wait time. The most impressive feature of Bow Wow Meow insurance is its …
Pros: Cons: What’s PetsOnMe? Launched in 2017, PetsOnMe makes caring for your fur baby much easier. They offer dog walking, dog sitting, and pet insurance services. PetsOnMe covers only companion dogs and cats, so, unfortunately, our feathery and scaly friends aren’t eligible. The biggest highlight is this—PetsOnMe Insurance offers a 100% benefit percentage for your …
Pros: Cons: What’s Knose? Knose Pet Insurance offers comprehensive pet insurance for companion pets in Australia. Knose has two simple pet insurance plans, one for dogs and another for cats. Knose’s primary goal is to ensure your fur babies are the happiest and healthiest in the world. They enable you to access vet-designed wellness plans …
Pros: Cons: What’s RSPCA? The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) promotes animal welfare and collaborates with government and industry organisations on animal welfare issues. RSPCA pet insurance aims to mitigate one of the main barriers pet parents may face in attaining the best care for their fur babies—expensive vet bills. …