Queenie's Pawprints

27/10/2024

And that's a wrap, ladies and gentlemen 🐶😺 It was a great experience to be a part of such a big show as Dog and Cat Lovers Festival 2024 for the first time, and we've done it not in just one city but two - Sydney and Melbourne!

It was definitely challenging in many ways but it was totally rewarding in so many other ways! We had great fun, met lots of wonderful people and their furbabies and made so many interesting connections... 😃

Thank you to everyone who came by and said hello, shared your stories and purchased from us - we are grateful beyond words for your love and support! ❤️

We hope to see you all again soon and we can't wait to see you sharing photos of your beautiful doggies and kitties wearing our goodies! ###

With love,
Marianna

08/10/2024

Yummy treats tasting and puppachino + smart accessories + professional photoshoot for your BFF 🐶? SURE!!! 😃

Come on down to Fitzroy Street St Kilda this Saturday and unleash the fun!!! All pups are welcome! 🤗🐕🐩

12/08/2024

The dreamy combo - our Lux Velvet harness and leash in Midnight Blue 💙 and luxurious velvety rust brown poodle coat 🤎 When style and sophistication is in every detail 🐩

03/08/2024

Sydney (and not only) fans! 🇦🇺
💥This year we're finally doing it!!! 💥

We are so excited to announce that for the very first time we will be taking part in the biggest and most anticipated show of the year - Dog and Cat Lovers Festival in Sydney 🐶😺😃

Don't forget to book your 30% OFF tickets using the promo code below 👇 and get ready for lots of fun!!!

Don't forget to come and say hello to us at the stand 706 (right near the Lyka Pat A Pooch) ☺️

Promo Code: WOOF

Ticket Discount: 30% Off tickets to the 2024 Sydney Dog Lovers Festival

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Pencil down the dates 🗓️

🐶 Sydney Dog Lovers Festival 

📅 Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 August, 2024

📍 Sydney Showgrounds, Stand Number: 706

21/07/2024

Today marks four years since we lost our precious boy, my beautiful Distinguished Gentleman, my Little Biggie, Ashy. For the past four years, I haven’t really been able to talk about it much, but I feel compelled to spread the word to raise awareness and, hopefully, save a life.

Ashy, like all our other cats, was a rescue. He was FIV positive and had a few issues here and there, but nothing we thought too concerning—until that day four years ago. We took him to the vet for what should have been a routine and relatively safe procedure under general anesthesia. I still remember the unsettling feeling in my gut when we dropped him off, the vet reassuring us, "Don’t worry, he will be fine!" I remember him looking at me for the last time as they took him inside… Then, overwhelmed by a nagging feeling, I called the vet and asked, "How is he?" to which she replied, "He is not good, I’m afraid. His heart is failing. We are breathing for him." I remember jumping in the car and driving as fast as I could. Then another phone call: He was gone.

Ashy passed away under general anesthesia from an undiagnosed and undetected heart disease called Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), quite common in cats yet manageable if detected early. Unfortunately, especially in cats, this condition often doesn’t show symptoms until it's too late. Ashy had no heart murmur, no cough, no changes in regular blood tests that would indicate something was wrong. We missed it. I didn’t know better then, but I do now: a simple heart ultrasound prior to the procedure could have saved him. It might not have saved him from this disease, but it could have prevented his death that day four years ago.

Why am I writing this today? Because I want to raise awareness about this silent killer. I believe pet parents should be given a choice. Ideally, I would like to see a heart ultrasound become an optional part of a standard pre-anesthetic protocol, just like a blood test. Yes, some owners might refuse due to the cost, but many would not. Plus, more and more pet parents these days have pet insurance which could cover the cost. Regardless, it should be a choice that we are aware of. If only I had been given this option back then, maybe my boy would still be alive.

I am not blaming anyone; the vet didn’t know either, and losing a patient like this is undoubtedly traumatic. And yes, it is still incredibly difficult for me to talk about this. But if sharing this story can prevent even one fur family from enduring the trauma and years of anxiety, pain, guilt, and "what if" questions that I have gone through, then telling Ashy’s story is worth it.

I love you forever, my Ashy-Meowashy. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you.
Until we meet again 🌈💞🐾

17/07/2024

As the chill of winter sets in, you may notice that not just you need extra layers to stay warm, but your furry friend might, too. While some dogs are bred to brave the cold, others shiver at the slightest gust of wind. In this article we will explore 7 reasons why investing in a good winter dog coat might be essential for your BFF’s comfort and health during the colder months....

In this article we will explore 7 reasons why investing in a good winter dog coat might be essential for your BFF’s comfort and health during winter.

13/06/2024

Do you feel the cold? 🥶 Believe me, you furbabies feel it, too! So if you are on the market for a cosy, handmade and stylish sweater for your BFF - do check out our dog apparel collection! 🐶

✔️ Thoughtfully designed and handmade in Melbourne 🇦🇺
✔️ Size range for every pup
✔️ Warm and cosy winter fabrics
✔️ Easy to use slip-on design
✔️ Quality that won't break your wallet 💸

And - did I mention - our apparel range is handmade right here, in Australia?! 🦘

14/04/2024

It's getting cooler every day - I can't believe the summer is over 🌞🌦️

It's definitely time to get your pup winter outfit to keep them toasty as the temperature drops!🌡️

Head on to www.queeniespawprints.com.au and check out our range of quality Australian made pet outfits - we have something for every pooch's discerning taste! 🐕🐩

02/04/2024

Are you a regular beach goer 🌊/bush trail explorer 🌳/park lover? 🐶

Well, here's the thing: we love all of the above, too! And with the cold weather fast approaching 🥶🌡️we want you to continue doing what you love while feeling cosy and stylish!

That's why we created our range of doggie outfits - perfect for the big adventures but just as good for lounging around 🛋️

Tully and Simba totally approve our Brooklyn and Oxford jumpers range - head on to our website and pick your fav! ✨

Available in all sizes from Mini (Yorkie) to XL (Standard Poodle) 🐾

25/03/2024

After what felt like a month from hell, we are back in business... Enjoy some photos of the cutest 3 months old pup Isabelle wearing her new velvet harness in Slate Grey 🩶

Her daddy was tossing between the grey and the burgundy one but his heart was definitely with the grey 🩶

Isabelle got a size Medium which fits her now and has plenty of room for her to grow into! 🐶

Did you know that our harnesses are 4 points adjustable and can fit any pup, from the tiniest of teacups to the greatest of Danes? ✨

04/03/2024

Yesterday we lost an integral part of our family - our beautiful girl, our pink flower 🌸, our gentle monster, our sweetest spice, our baby girl - our Nala 💔

My sweet sweet baby...Сясечка... I know you're at peace and free from this horrible illness that took you from us in a blink of an eye - 11 days...
You left us 13 days after we lost our Zorro whom you loved so much (even though you tried to be so discrete about it 😉)...
I know you're together now and Zorro, Queenie, Ashy and Murichka are showing you the ropes around that beautiful place called Rainbow Bridge 🌈 Knowing this makes me feel at peace...

You left this world just like we always wanted it for you - peacefully, surrounded by love and light 🤍 Your daddy took you on a tour around your favourite spots in the house and then you just peacefully went to sleep on your favourite spot on a fluffy rug by the window, with our arms wrapped around you and kisses showering your little head and us telling you how much we love you and always will 💞

I miss you so much, my Сюсю. I miss your gentlest kisses and headbuts, your awkward zoomies up and down the stairs, rubbing your soft belly, looking into your beautiful blue eyes and kissing your pink little nose, I miss you curling up next to me every night and falling asleep tacking your little paws into my arms, I miss you digging up my coffee because you didn't like the smell of it... I miss everything about you. The house and our lives are no longer the same without you... 💔

But I promise you, we will continue living and finding joy in small things - just like you taught us to. And I promise you that one day, when our time here comes to an end, I will be running over that Rainbow Bridge 🌈 to meet you and all our other angels and to shower you all with kisses again... The day when our whole family will reunite again, this time to be together forever 💞 Until then, please take care of each other and don't forget to send us little signs every now and then - we really need those 🙏

Run free, my little princess 🩷🤍🌸
You will live forever in our hearts 💞
Until we meet again 🌈💞
We love you always and forever 🩷

🌸 25.02.2012 - 03.03.2024 🌸

17/02/2024

🐾 Canine couture alert! 🐩🐶

Who said fashion is only for humans?! We are bringing serious style to the doggy fashion game. Get ready to rock the streets in our all-time best sellers - Brooklyn & Gingham jumpers! 🐾

13/02/2024

As Valentine's Day 💘 is approaching quickly, don't forget to show your furbabies your love and affection ❤️ and the perfect way to do it is to treat them with one (or two) of our designer handmade accessories! 🐩🐈‍⬛

26/01/2024

Looking into the long weekend be like... I think I'm #2 😸 Which one are you?

23/01/2024

Hi everyone! 👋

Leopold is here to tell you that it's been a while since we last checked in. We've been working hard and we have a lot of new, exciting things to share with you very soon!

The last few months we've been crazy busy working on re-imagining our brand, re-building our website and creating so many new beautiful collections which we hope you all are going to love 💕

This year we are going to focus on sustainability and accountability more than ever before. Our mission is to show you all that quality pet wear shouldn't be made far from home 🇦🇺

We are so excited to share with you our collections of locally and sustainably made pet accessories and outfits - stay tuned for new launches in the coming weeks and don't forget to visit our website!

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Marianna

11/12/2023

We had an absolutely PAW-tastic day at the Dogs Big Day Out and at KCC Park organised by Dogs Victoria! 🎅🐩🐕

Here are just a few photos of our happy customers from yesterday! 🐶

Thank you, , for organising this great event, to all our customers and their beautiful doggos who came by and supported our brand and to the Melbourne weather gods for keeping the rain away for the day!!! ❤️ ###

03/12/2023

It's definitely been a while since we last checked in! 🌞

There's been some big changes to our website and our product range, but it finally looks like we're almost there!

We are thrilled to introduce the new look and the new feel of Queenie's Pawprints - check out our new website and don't forget to sign up for news and updates! ❤️

02/08/2023

Day 2 post-op. Zorro is doing ok, he is getting lots of one-on-one and is absolutely loving it! 🩵 Still not great at finding his balance but that is understandable and will take time... You've got it, big boy! 🖤🤍