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08/01/2025

Why do cats knead? 🐈 :

🐾 To relieve stress, and create comfort as kneading soft objects may remind a cat of their mother. They may also mimic familiar nursing behavior.

🐾 To squash down blankets or clothes in preparation for sleep. Wild cats have also shown this behaviour!

🐾 To claim ownership of objects by depositing their unique pheromones from their scent glands.

How lucky do you feel when a cat chooses to have a nap nearby? A beautiflul memory xo

06/01/2025

The loss of a beloved pet is an incredibly challenging time, and we’re here to support you with compassion and care. To help make the process a little easier, we’ve created some short resources to assist you or your loved ones:

💙 Your Aftercare Options
💙 Private Cremation Checklist
💙 Bucket List
💙 Pet Loss & Grief Brochure
💙 Flame of Forever Meditation

If you would like further information, we're here to guide you xo

https://patchandpurr.com.au/pages/planning-ahead
https://patchandpurr.com.au/pages/help-advice

04/01/2025

🦜 Our feathered companions bring so much joy into our lives, and 'National Bird Day' is the perfect reminder to celebrate them and give them the love they deserve.

Have you shared your life with a special bird? xo

02/01/2025

Our animal companions can’t always tell us that they're too hot, but we can take steps to protect and care for them during Summer. ☀️

Here are some simple ways to help:

👉 Keep your pets cool by providing plenty of water and keeping them indoors when possible.

👉 Look out for stray dogs and cats in your neighbourhood by leaving food and water to keep them nourished (and call your local vet or rescue if you see animals in need of support!).

👉 For birds and other small wildlife, place a shallow dish of water in a shady spot where they can safely drink.

👉 Plant shade-producing local species in your yard for native wildlife.

👉 If it's too hot for the palm of your hands on the pavement then it is far too hot to walk your pet! xo

31/12/2024

However you ring in your first day of 2025, may it involve creating and cherishing wonderful memories with your friends, families, and pets!

Our team will continue to be here to support you as needed xo

30/12/2024

If you’re celebrating with your fur family later tonight, remember the following tips to help them manage loud fireworks and party noises:

• Try to keep your dog’s routine going and walk them earlier in the day to make them feel relaxed later in the day

• Check your gates and fences for safe latching

• Treat often for good behaviour (resting, laying down, relaxing), and for coping with new guests

• Remind your guests that you have a dog that needs to stay indoors during the fireworks

• Make sure your dog is wearing a collar and is microchipped

• Close your curtains or blinds as needed if the fireworks upset your dog

• Give them their favourite long-lasting chew to help distract them during noises in a calm, safe place

• Avoid feeding them party food as it may upset their stomach

• When in doubt, check in with your regular vet professional for guidance

Our team will continue to be here to support you as needed xo

25/12/2024

It’s the national day for eating leftovers, Boxing Day! We hope you all have an opportunity to rest and relax with your loved ones.

Our team will continue to be here to support you as needed xo

24/12/2024

We hope that the happy memories you cherish with your pets provide you with comfort and joy today and always.

Our caring team will continue to be here to support you if required xo

24/12/2024

We hope that all the good boys and girls enjoy the next few days of family and friends gathering together.

To those who are no longer with us, we know you will be cherished and remembered especially fondly at this time of year. There will be a place at every Christmas table for you in the memories of those with us.

Do you have a favourite Christmas or holiday memory with your pets you would like to share? ✨ xo

22/12/2024

🌈🎄 Today we would like to honour the beloved and cherished pets who will always be with you in your hearts and memories, though they have passed.

Please share with our supportive community your favourite photos and memories of your best friends below, because love never fades and they will always be family xo

18/12/2024

At this time of year, when our families are getting together, there are often new pet friends to meet. Introducing dogs to each other in a busy environment can be tricky, here are some tips to help them make this transition:

• Introduce your pets in a neutral outdoor space. Reward both pets with treats for being in each other’s presence

• Relaxed and comfortable body language is key. If your pets are stiff or staring, it is time to interrupt their engagement

• Install baby gates or other barriers in your home to give your pets their own space when they are unsupervised at first. This can help with managing age differences with young puppies who are still learning boundaries

• Exchange some of your dog’s blankets beforehand so they are less anxious with these new smells

• Monitor feeding times and treat-giving times closely, but reward them often

• Try to keep a routine to help create normality and a sense of security for them

• Bring in a professional trainer beforehand for extra support if needed, and mostly, try to be patient with them as they learn

Here's to making some beautiful memories together xo

16/12/2024

🐾 Today we want to thank and acknowledge all the passionate vet clinic teams who will be working through the holiday season supporting families across Australia.

We appreciate all you do, today and everyday, to make the world a better and healthier place for our furry friends.

We hope you enjoy your festive bandana and scrub caps! Winners of the veterinary clinic competition will be announced on social media tomorrow morning! xo

16/12/2024

Heading into the holidays can be such an overwhelming time following a great loss in your life. Everyone grieves a little differently, and requires different support.

Things that might help you at this difficult time of year include:

- Allowing yourself to grieve and acknowledge the pain. Don’t forget to honour your feelings and speak with close friends or professionals when you need extra support.

- Respecting your feelings and let go of rituals that you find too difficult this year, there is always next year. Focus on some quality self-care.

- Making time to remember your loved one. Light a candle, make an ornament with their name, or donate to an animal charity in their honour.

- Giving yourself permission to show up exactly as you are xo

If this post brings up difficult feelings, know that you are never alone. Please reach out to a friend, family, or one of these amazing resources:
24/7 Pet Loss Support Line – 1300 431 450
Lifeline – 13 11 14
Grieﬂine – 1300 845 745
Beyond Blue – 1300 224 636

15/12/2024

In the heart of New York’s Central Park, there’s a hidden gem—a tree adorned with photos, collars, and tributes left by pet owners honoring their beloved friends.

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to see something similar here, with heartfelt mementos hanging from our local gum trees or fences? 🐾❤️

Who's picture or name would you be including? xo

*If you’re inspired to join in, please remember to decorate responsibly and keep our wildlife safe by avoiding loose ribbons.

Image courtesy of S. Hornbuckle.

12/12/2024

If a horse has made a beautiful impression on your life, we invite you to celebrate them with us today on 'Day of the Horse'. Share a photo, their name, or a favourite memory below to honour them🐴.

They're such wonderful and loyal companions, and our lives are richer for knowing them xo

08/12/2024

🌏 On International Day of Veterinary Medicine, we'd like to extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated and compassionate veterinarians who commit themselves to the well-being of animals across the world. We're fortunate to work alongside so many exceptional veterinary teams statewide, and we commend them for their remarkable daily contributions to the welfare of pets and their families.

On this special occasion, we also want to highlight the amazing work of Vets Beyond Borders. This organisation deploys skilled volunteer veterinarians and nurses to animal welfare projects globally. Their tireless efforts to care for animals in need across countries all over the world remind us of the immense impact that veterinarians can have on the health and welfare of animals.

A heartfelt thank you to all the amazing vets and veterinary teams, who, one animal at a time, make the world a better place xo 🐾

Discover more about them here:
https://brnw.ch/21wPhbc

Vets Beyond Borders

Images courtesy of VBB

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