CBA finds first home buyers want room for pets over nearness to family
New research from Commonwealth Bank reveals that room for pets is a top priority for 38% of first-home buyers.
Mozo research shows your dog’s breed impacts how much you pay for pet insurance
New analysis from Mozo has found that the cost of insuring a dog is directly related to specific factors such as the ancestry of the dog's breed.
What does my pet insurance cover? Keeping man’s best friend protected
Pet ownership in Australia is booming, with Animal Medicines Australia estimating roughly 69% of households are home to a domesticated pet. With this figure growing from 61% in just two years, that’s a lot of new pets to look after - and a lot of pets to keep healthy!
What are the most popular pet names of 2021? Pet Insurance Australia did a count
Thinking of getting a pet soon? Well if you are, you’ve probably written down some ideas to find the one. Much like picking a name for a newborn child, finding the name of your tiny companion is tricky.
Aussies spent $21.9 billion on their pets, says Afterpay
Families come in all shapes and sizes, and sometimes family members are four-legged furry rascals that like to scratch the couch. Even with their occasional mischief Australians still love their pets and are willing to spend more money on spoiling their pets than themselves.
What are the costs of having a family pet?
Getting a pet always seems like a fun idea. Sometimes even a great present for the kids. Who wouldn’t want a puppy or kitten for Christmas?
Mozo Pet Insurance Report 2021: Size matters when paying for puppy protection
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New NSW law will allow more apartment dwellers to keep pets
A new law will come into effect this week via an amendment to the Strata Schemes Management Act, which will allow more apartment residents to keep their animal companions in their property.
Pet ownership costs: Adoption rates continue to surge alongside surrenders
It’s no secret many Australians have turned to fluffy, four-legged friends to help them get through the instability and social isolation of the last 18 months. Animal rescue and adoption groups like the RSPCA and PetRescue have seen massive surges in people looking to take home pets.
40% of Aussies spend more on their pets than themselves, says ING
One third of Australians adore their pets more than their human family members, according to a survey conducted by ING.