Pet Spotlight

Make dog ownership a real walk in the park by running through these 7 steps before deciding on a new dog.

We’ve pulled together the best spots to visit across Australia as well as some tips on preparing your furry friend for the journey. Check it out here.

Pets are part of the family, which is why you want to make sure you can take care of them if something happens.

Owning a cat is a big investment that’s well worth it, but you’ll want to budget and save as a new owner. Find out how much does it cost to own a cat.

Australia is a nation of pet lovers, but how much does it really cost to own your canine family member? Read more on dog ownership costs here.

Puppies and dogs are huge responsibilities in terms of time, money, care and attention. Learn what you need to consider when gifting a puppy. 

Getting a puppy is a huge lifestyle change, so how do you make sure it’s properly trained? We reveal the simple hacks to training your new puppy.

We bust the myths about adopting a dog. Find out the true side of adopting a rescue dog here.

Toilet training a new puppy is usually the first item on a pet owner’s agenda, but where do you start? Check out the Real Insurance guide for help today.

They say a house isn’t a home without a pet. Here are some of Australia’s favourite family dogs and reasons why we love our furry friends.

It’s an awesome time when a puppy enters your life. It can also be equally challenging and worrisome. Puppy-proofing your home is a vital part of starting your life together with your new puppy.

Training a dog or a puppy? Every dog can be trained no matter how young or old. Here are some tips to train your dog to be the most obedient pooch around.

Kittens are generally not ready to leave their mother until they are eight weeks of age and have had their initial round of vaccinations. Some breeders may not release kittens until they are 12 or 13 weeks old. In any case, you should make sure you get the vaccination certificate, as this tells you when the next injections are due.

Sometimes you have to spend money to save money! Here’s how investing in cat insurance now can help your savings account grow in the long run.

It is certainly possible for your cat to live happily contained within your property. See our top tips to find out more.

As a pet owner, you’re probably well aware that the human and natural worlds hold potential dangers for your feline family member.

Your pets are likely to spend much of the summer months outdoors, so help them dodge fleas and ticks this season.

This Real Insurance dog vaccination guide has everything you need to know about keeping your pup protected from the start. Check it out online now.

Ticks can be deadly to pets in Australia and it is important to be able to quickly identify signs and tick poisoning.

Here are some tips to help you socialise your pets into new and unfamiliar environments.

We all want to make the holiday season fun and safe for the whole family and this includes your pet – after all they are part of the family too. The below tips will help ensure your furry friend also enjoys the festivities, without injuring themselves or others.

On 24^th July, the Real Needs team ventured to the Sydney Dogs and Cats home to volunteer and help make a difference at this amazing animal shelter.

Whether it’s out of pure necessity for a move or just because we want them along on our holidays, chances are at some point you will need to take a road trip, or plane trip with the pet.

A new pet is an exciting addition to a family or household. Find out how to settle in a kitten, puppy or adopted dog.