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Independent reviews, expert guides and trusted advice for Australian pet parents

Pet ownership in Australia

A nation of pet lovers, by the numbers.

The latest national snapshot of Australian pet ownership.

28.7M

Pets across Australia — more pets than people, one of the highest per capita rates in the world.

69%

Of households own a pet — well above the global average.

48%

Of households have a dog — an estimated 6.4 million dogs nationally.

$33.2B

Spent on pets each year — food, vet care, accessories and services.

Source: Animal Medicines Australia, Pets in Australia: A national survey of pets and people (2025).

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The latest guides & reviews

Our newest pet care guides and product reviews — fresh research for Australian dogs, cats, birds and small pets.

How to Stop Your Dog Pulling on the Lead: A Calm, No-Yank Guide DOG

How to Stop Your Dog Pulling on the Lead: A Calm, No-Yank Guide

Every walk a tug-of-war? Here's how to teach calm, loose-lead walking — with the right gear and a bit of consistency, not a stronger arm.

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Best AirTag Dog Collars and Holders for Australian Dogs DOG

Best AirTag Dog Collars and Holders for Australian Dogs

Four AirTag dog collars and holders for Australian owners, from a sealed IP68 collar to a light slip-on sleeve — plus how to keep the tag on the dog.

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Best Dental Chews for Small Dogs in Australia: Ultimate Guide DOG

Best Dental Chews for Small Dogs in Australia: Ultimate Guide

Small dogs get dental disease early. We rank four vet-informed dental chews for toy and small breeds on plaque control, size and value.

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Best Orthopaedic Dog Beds in Australia: Ultimate Guide DOG

Best Orthopaedic Dog Beds in Australia: Ultimate Guide

The right orthopaedic bed keeps a stiff, ageing dog off the hard floor. We rank four supportive foam picks for senior dogs of every size.

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Arthritis in Dogs: Signs, Causes and How to Ease the Pain DOG

Arthritis in Dogs: Signs, Causes and How to Ease the Pain

Arthritis creeps up on older dogs and gets written off as old age. Here's how to spot it early, ease the ache at home, and know when it's a vet job.

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Best Dog Stairs for Small Dogs in Australia, Ranked DOG

Best Dog Stairs for Small Dogs in Australia, Ranked

A small dog shouldn't have to leap onto the bed. A good set of stairs turns the jump into a walk — here are four, matched to high beds, budgets…

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Best Cat Brushes for Shedding in Australia, Ranked CAT

Best Cat Brushes for Shedding in Australia, Ranked

Cat hair on every surface? A good brush pulls the loose fur out on your terms. Here are four, matched to short coats, long coats and cats that hate…

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Best Cat Calming Aids in Australia: Diffusers, Treats & More CAT

Best Cat Calming Aids in Australia: Diffusers, Treats & More

A stressed cat goes quiet, not loud. We ranked four cat calming aids — diffuser, treats, spray and collar — to help settle an anxious cat.

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The team

The pet care experts behind Petterly

A small Australian team writing every breed profile, care guide and review brief — built on first-hand experience with our own pets and the vets and trainers we trust.

Chloe Martin
Chloe Martin
Pet Care Contributor
Dog nutrition · Lifestyle
Tom Reid
Tom Reid
Training & Gear Contributor
Training · Gear · Small pets
Alex Tan
Alex Tan
Tech Contributor
Aquatics · Pet gadgets