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Read more on Newtown Grandpa  - This little fella was found living on a golf course and was finally caught when he had an accidental fall into one of the on-course lakes. He wound up at the vets in front of his soon-to-be-Mum, who immediately fell in love. Conveniently for Grandpa, she is also a vet tech! Legally, because he was microchipped, Grandpa did make a trip to the pound, but as soon as his microchip hold was up - his new life began! Grandpa is about 9-10, can be a little bit nervous of men - but is a sweet and wonderful little man and he now enjoys his days being pampered and kept safe! GhostFace Killa (Ghost) & Scottie Puppin -  These guys not only have the best names we’ve possibly ever heard, they are big personalities in Newtown. Ghost is known for his BIG love, he will give that tummy up for scratch any place anywhere. He’s 4 now, and a big people person - will do tricks for some kebab meat. His brother, Scottie Puppin, isn’t so keen. He joined the pack with a bit of baggage, and prefers to cruise the quieter streets of Newtown. He loves to annoy his brother Ghost, chimkin and chasing a ball. Cookie - AKA Cookie the Wookie, is a Pomeranian poodle (Pomapoo) whose favourite thing in the world is to explore. He follows his nose everywhere and has even been trained to scent out specific smells. He has also done agility and is an accomplished trick performer. Cookie does struggle with anxiety and being scared of things; but take him somewhere new and he forgets all that and just enjoys himself.   Cosmo - This 3 year old Inner-Westie is a Kelpie X - super affectionate, incredibly smart and all is life, literally. Being a working dog - he will chase and fetch his ball 24/7 if it was up to him! Cosmo is always at his owners side, doling out the best kisses and cuddles whenever they're needed. Good boy! Colin - This 5 year old Greyhound considers himself a gentleman. He displays impeccable manners at all times, especially when soliciting chips from new friends at the pub. Colin’s average day includes around 22 hours of hardcore couch potatoing and one minute of speed noodling. The rest of the time he can be found politely demanding pats at Hollis Park. Banjo -  This King Charles Cavalier is one of the most handsome, and friendliest boys around! He loves all the kisses in all the world, but not as much as he loves treats. His favourite activity is cuddling with his mummy. He may have been the runt of the litter but he has made up for that with his huge personality. Banjo turns 2 on April 2nd and likes that he was a King Charles before King Charles became King Charles! His favourite park is Sydney Park, his doggy day care is Kip Marrickville which he loves and his favourite buddy is a Staffy/Labrador rescue pup named Young Henry. READ MORE ON NEWTOWN

Those of you out there with pets will probably tear-up and the thought of your furry friend no longer Cat Protection advises pet owners to keep a file on their pets containing all their important paperwork If someone has to care for your pet in an emergency, knowing this will ensure your pet won’t end up with It’s also helpful to document your pet’s likes and dislikes: Is your dog scared of storms? that will alert people in the event of emergency that you have a pet at home.

If you'd enjoyed a cold one at the Carlise Castle Hotel, changes are you may have run into Jac the Aussie Kelpie. Introducing the one and only Jac! This Australian Kelpie has been our resident pub pooch for 8 years. Jac is truly one of the locals and sits amongst the legends at the front bar. She never goes without treats and hand shakes here at the Carlisle Castle. Jac is our ideal patron and NEVER complains as long as she gets her cuddles in. Come say g’day to our favorite girl - she only drinks at the Carlisle Castle!

Meet Jeff the Bull Terrier, and his S MY NAME IS JEFF and I’m a mini Bull Terrier’s living with my two mums and fur-sis Penelope the cat. Contrary to what people have heard about Bull Terriers’, I’m actually a very lazy little potato (apart from the odd zoomie). My ideal day would be a visit to The Vic for some chippies, a lie in the sun at Enmore Park and then a big snooze. When I’m home alone I’ve been known to get creative with my snacking choices; wine glasses, leather wallets (Chanel no less) - nothing is off limits.. Except for Penelope, please keep that furbag with claws WELL away from me.

And if you are looking to adopt, here are some Cronulla pet rescue sites. Pet Rescue Centres in Cronulla uce iIn light of this, we encourage our readers to consider ADOPTING - shelter has a wide range of dogs and cats for sale, including puppies and kittens, as well as mature pets

Meet Toki, a 12-week old Labrador pup that was just welcomed into her Marrickville home. She’s already a local favorite and loves the attention when she goes out for short walks down Illawarra Road. She loves chewing on anything and everything - she also prefers to splash in her water bowl instead of drinking it. She’ll have tiny bursts of energy that end within minutes, leading to multiple naps throughout the day. Toki has already had visitors from all around the city and is showered with treats and toys. She’s still a little shy with dogs which is getting better as she grows, but she absolutely loves all people! Instagram @toki_the_monster.

Bluey - This little pup is just under 12 months old and is a very happy and social boy. Being a Border Collie, he loves fetching balls and is already a pro. He also loves spending time with any and everybody. He is very friendly and greets new friends with a big tail wag. When he’s not being social, you can find him chewing a bone, and when he can find one - a shoe! George and Jenna - Two peas in a pod, these pussycats are the best of friends. Jenna is the sleek tabby, she is very bold and curious about her surroundings. George, the big fluffy boy, resides on the shyer, more reserved side. They are both very serious about the laundry, and will need to supervise any household ironing, from the ironing board. They are both inside cats to keep the local wildlife safe, but they have a great balcony where they spend lots of time watching the world go by. Sandy - Sandy is one of the newer members to St Ives, she is little sister to Echo, who we featured back in Issue #1 when he was just a puppy. They are quite a striking pair - both being tan and white border collies. Sandy is a lot more mischievous then her big brother, she loves wrestling, jumping, and chewing on his tail when he isn’t looking.

If you plan to walk through bushland with children and pets, ensure that you are all adequately protected There are a number of tick and flea products that will provide a pet with a high degree of protection That’s why you should regularly check you pets for ticks. If you’re unsure, or if your pet is already showing severe symptoms such as vomiting, inertia, difficulty

Each issue, we meet some of the four-legged family members that call Surry Hills and Darlinghurst home, here's our new friends from Issue #6. Flash is the neighbourhood flirt and who always wants to be the centre of the fashion world. He is always ready for walks and snuggles and will be loyal – maybe too loyal as he can often be found in the bathroom with a family member. If a constantly wet nose is your thing, Flash can spend hours sticking his long snout into everything – as long as you are by his side. A true best friend. Pepper is a 3-year-old cattle dog. She is smart, happy and silly. She is known for her big smile and her giant ears. She enjoys chasing her ball at the park and going on adventures with her favourite humans. Pepper was born deaf and has been trained using hand signals. Because of this she has an extra special bond with her mum and is very attentive. Harper is a beautiful 3-year-old retriever with a golden personality! She’s very social and loves meeting new people, loves a good cuddle but probably loves food more!

Nova is a 4 month old Koolie Mix living in Caringbah South, Sydney with her Mum, Dad and Poppy. She is a blue eyed, merle coloured pup with a huge appetite and a need for playing, chasing & cuddles! She brings so much love & laughter to everyone she comes across! She loves cuddling her bunny and following her family around like a happy bouncy shadow! Her floppy ears and weird way of sitting puts a smile on everyone’s face! Nacho

Hi there, I'm Hendrix. A 19-week old French Bulldog that calls Marrickville home. Most days I'm either sniffing around my hood looking for attention off random passers-by, snoozing, or snacking. I love my donut toy from my fairy dog mother - Joseph, and I also love chewing on sticks. My favourite food is chicken jerky and my favourite music is Elton John, although I did fall asleep the first time I watched Almost Famous. If you see me around, please come and say hello. I'm very friendly!

It is more important than ever to ensure your pet is kept safe from heat related illness. to take steps to ensure your pet is feeling cool and comfortable throughout the summer period. Keeping pets indoors with air conditioning on warmer days is ideal. 2. Freeze ice blocks and place them in your pet’s water bowl. 3. Even when parked in the shade, hot cars can prove fatal for pets.