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Is it better to adopt a puppy, kitten or older pet?
Junior or senior, that is the question. We take a look at the pros and cons of adopting pets of all ages. Puppies and kittens Any rescue group will tell you that puppies and kittens are always the...
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Our favorite adoption tales
With our second annual Pet Dating event fast approaching we thought it was the purrr-fect time to share with you some of our favorite Petbarn Adoption stories! These stories will give you a laugh,...
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Thanks for saving 10,000 pet lives
To say 10,000 thank you’s is not enough to show our appreciation to everyone that has helped us find 10,000 pets new homes through our 82 Petbarn Pet Adoption centres across the country. Reaching this...
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Alvin’s adoption
Adoption is an ideal way to welcome a new pet into your home. Billie Rigney tells us about Alvin the cat and how he joined the family. “We adopted Alvin (formerly known as Viktor) from the adoption...
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Cat Rescue: Meet Ollie and Abby
When Emma Gardner had to say goodbye to her beloved Birman cat, called Daisy-Jane,who knew what (or who!) was around the corner? In September, both my mum and I had our hearts broken from having to say...
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What are the most common problems of adopted pets?
Even the loveliest of dogs and cats may take time to adjust after time in a shelter. Here are some tips to ease any bumps in their transition. Toileting inside If your newly adopted companion is...
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Questions to ask before adopting a cat
Before adopting a cat, arm yourself with the knowledge you need to form a lasting bond with your feline friend. Am I able to care for a cat? It may seem obvious, but the number of people who fail to...
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Does a rehomed pet ever really settle down?
Adopting a pet is an exciting, often chaotic time – but you can help your new friend settle in and settle down. Australia is a nation of animal lovers, with more than two thirds of households owning...
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Meet Charlie ‘Chubbs’
Judith, mum to beautiful cat Charlie, sent us her story after she made the decision to add a very special addition to her family! “I live in Alice Springs, where the type of cat food I feed my two boys...
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Emma finds a forever home
We adopted a beautiful six-month-old kitten called Emma around two months ago. She slotted in to our very busy family straight away, putting our energetic labradoodle right in his place! We had a...
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A white Christmas
Wendy Shand and her son adopted Nix from Petbarn Chadstone in time for Christmas last year and are so happy with the new addition to the family. Wendy tells us the story of Nix’s adoption. We adopted...
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Cordella joins the family
Mandy Briggs and her family recently adopted a domestic long-hair cat, Cordella, who is now a central part of their family! “My partner and I decided we wanted our one-year-old son to grow up with a...
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The Ryan family welcomes Gracie
Lyn Ryan tells us about how her family adopted adorable cat Gracie in 2015. It wasn’t long before they felt that she was part of the family (and Gracie felt the same way!). We adopted Gracie, a...
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Kali’s new home
The Falcke family recently adopted their pet cat Kaligubmali, or Kali for short, from the Petbarn store in Cairns. Kali’s new mum Christiane describes how Kali fits in to her family, and how rewarding...
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Meet Lola
After the passing of Toni’s cat, she decided it was time for a new addition to her Adelaide family. Luckily we were able to help with Petbarn adoption! ”We had been keeping a look out on a pet...
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Meet Nickalia Rose
We were lucky to help Alyssa Adams find the latest addition to her family. She tells us her story. “Nickalia Rose came into our home last September. This was after I went to Petbarn to get supplies for...
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6 reasons to adopt a cat
If you’re looking for a new cat companion, definitely consider adoption. There are so many benefits, and there are thousands of potential pets waiting for a new home. So, what are the benefits to...
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Panda finds his forever home
Sherron Maddon and her family recently lost their cat – a beloved member of their family. The Maddon family has recently rescued Panda by adopting him and welcoming him into their home, and everyone is...
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Meet Milo
“We adopted Milo in February from Petbarn Watergardens, but sometimes I wonder if he adopted us. It wasn’t long before Milo set out the new house rules! There is a lot to say about Milo and how he...
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Petbarn Adoption: introducing Bonny
“We adopted Penny through Petbarn Adoption services in June, and renamed her Bonny. She loves her big brother Alfie, and she’s already made it known who’s boss!” “Since we took little Penny into our...
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