COMMUNITY
Winter 2026 Pet Events: The Perfect Way to Celebrate Community and Our Furry Companions
There’s something so charming about winter in Australia. The air is just a little bit cooler, walks are so much calmer and generally there’s just…
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COMMUNITY
The Pet Owner's Guide to Travelling Australia (Without Leaving Anyone Behind)
For the dog mums, cat dads, and everyone in between who refuses to compromise on the family holiday.
Pet Care Tips
Pet Fashion Trends: Stylish Clothing and Accessories for Pets Who Love to Make a Statement
When it comes to Pet Fashion, we often think of novelty costumes and extreme over-the-top designs; however, current trends go beyond these and…
Pet Care Tips
First-Time Pet Owner Tips: What to Know Before Bringing a Pet Home
Bringing home a pet for the first time is exciting, emotional, and a little overwhelming. Whether you are welcoming a playful puppy, a curious…
Pet Behaviour & Training
Understanding Pet Behaviour: Listening to What Our Pets Are Really Saying
One of the most beautiful things about living with a pet is learning that behaviour is never just behaviour. A bark, a paw at the door, a chewed…
Pet Care Tips
Pet Grooming Tips: How to Care for Your Dog's Coat and Control Shedding
Grooming isn’t just about making your dog look stylish; it is an important part of your pet’s health care. Grooming maintains the health of the…
Pet Safety
Holiday Pet Safety: Keeping Pets Safe During Halloween, Christmas, and Festive Celebrations
Whether it’s your dog donning a Halloween costume or a Thanksgiving dinner feast, pets can get swept up in the joys of holidays. With all the…
Pet Care Tips
Seasonal Care Tips: How to Keep Pets Safe and Comfortable All Year Round
When it comes to the comfort and safety of pets, their owners are responsible for ensuring that they adjust to the many different types of weather…
Pet Stories/Community Stories
From Stray Cat to Family: One Foster's Story, and Why Trusted Pet Care Changes Everything
Not every pet story begins with a plan. Sometimes a stray shows up on your porch, and before you know it, you're making impossible decisions at 2…
COMMUNITY
The Real Cost of Owning a Dog in Australia: What to Budget For
The adoption fee is just the beginning. Here's the honest breakdown.
COMMUNITY
How to Spend Time With Dogs Without Owning One
You know the feeling. You walk past a café with a golden retriever tied up outside, and you slow down. Maybe you stop altogether. You make eye…
Pet Health
Pet Health and Wellness in Australia
Caring for a pet means more than simply feeding your pet and watching it grow. As a responsible pet owner, it also means protecting their…
COMMUNITY
Responsible Pet Adoption and Surrender: Doing Right by the Animals Who Trust Us
Learn how responsible pet adoption and surrender works in Australia. A practical guide for Melbourne pet owners considering adoption, rehoming, or…
COMMUNITY
Dog Nutrition 101: How to Choose the Right Diet for Your Dog
Learn how to choose the best dog food for your pet. Discover the pros and cons of raw food, kibble, gently cooked diets to support dog gut health…
COMMUNITY
10 Meaningful Pet Memorial Ideas to Honour Your Dog or Cat After They Pass Away
Losing a pet is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a family can go through. They weren’t “just a dog” or “just a cat.” They were your…
COMMUNITY
The 10 Most Popular Dog Breeds in Australia, With Tips on How to Handle Them Like a Pro 🐶🇦🇺
Discover the top 10 dog breeds in Australia and learn their energy levels, barking habits, and care needs. A must-read for dog lovers and carers!
COMMUNITY
Year in Pawprints: How Pawshare Club Is Redefining Pet Care in Australia
From donating to shelters to organizing 30 events, Pawshare Club is redefining how pet lovers in Australia support each other. Discover how our…
COMMUNITY
How to Message Pet Lovers on Pawshare Club
Pawshare Club is a growing community of animal lovers who connect through walks, playdates, meetups and a shared love of pets.
COMMUNITY
Pawshare Club Featured on ABC Radio Melbourne
Melbourne dog lovers’ social meetup by Pawshare Club
COMMUNITY
How a Dog Lover Found Joy Again by Helping a Busy Dog Owner Through Pawshare Club
Being a single dog parent with a demanding career isn’t easy. Long hours away from home often lead to guilt about leaving a dog alone for too…
COMMUNITY
Pawshare Club Partners with Picture Moments Photo Studio to Celebrate Community & Care
We’re thrilled to announce a meaningful new partnership between Pawshare Club and Picture Moments Photo Studio, a 5-star rated photography studio…
COMMUNITY
Lonely Barks, Rising Costs & Stressed-Out Owners: How You Can Help Keep Dogs Happy at Home
If you've ever walked past a house or apartment where a dog barks endlessly, you’re hearing more than just noise, you're hearing stress. Dogs left…
COMMUNITY
Finding Purpose After Pet Loss: Become a Dog’s Godpawrent
Losing a beloved dog leaves a hole in the heart that can feel impossible to fill. The bond between a person and their dog is deeply personal, and…
COMMUNITY
Pawshare Club’s First Month of Events
In January 2025, dog lovers from across Melbourne came together at Lulie Tavern in Collingwood and Blackburn Lake for the very first in-person…
COMMUNITY
How to Find a Rental Property in Melbourne When You Have a Dog
Looking for a rental in Melbourne is tough enough, but when you’ve got a dog, it can feel like you’retrying to pull off a miracle. The good news?…