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Time Business News
4 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Time Business News
Why Bully Sticks Are a Top Pick for Aussie Dog Owners
G'day, fellow dog lovers! If you're an Aussie pet parent in Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, or anywhere in between, you know how much joy our furry mates bring to our lives. Whether your pup's tearing around the backyard in Cairns or lounging on the couch in Melbourne, keeping them happy and healthy is the goal. Enter bully sticks—the dog treat that's got tails wagging all over Australia. Let's have a yarn about what makes bully sticks so special, why they're a hit with Aussie dogs, and how to pick the right ones for your four-legged bestie. If you're new to the world of bully sticks, don't worry—it's not as complicated as it sounds. Bully sticks are natural dog chews made from dried bull pizzle (yep, that's the polite way of saying it!). They're a single-ingredient treat, which means no dodgy additives or fillers—just pure, natural goodness. The process is pretty straightforward: the pizzle is cleaned, stretched, and dried to create a tough, chewy stick that dogs go bonkers for. Think of it like a long-lasting jerky for your pup. Here in Australia, bully sticks have become a staple in pet stores from Adelaide to Darwin. You'll find them on the shelves of big retailers like Petbarn or online at Aussie faves like PetCircle and My Pet Warehouse. They're popular because they're tough enough to keep even the most enthusiastic chewers—like a Staffy in Perth or a Kelpie in Townsville—occupied for ages. So, what's the big deal? For starters, bully sticks are like a gym session and a puzzle rolled into one for your dog. Chewing on them provides mental stimulation, which is perfect for keeping your Border Collie in Brisbane from getting bored and digging up the garden. They're also packed with protein, making them a nutritious treat for growing pups or active dogs, like a Lab tearing up the dog park in Sydney's Centennial Park. Then there's the dental hygiene perk. As your dog chomps away, the chewing action helps scrape off plaque and tartar, keeping their teeth cleaner than a whistle. It's like giving your dog a toothbrush they actually want to use! For Aussie pet owners, especially in places like the Gold Coast where we're all about keeping our dogs fit and healthy, bully sticks are a no-brainer. Let's dig into those benefits a bit more. Bully sticks are a high-protein treat, which is great for keeping your dog's muscles strong—perfect for that Aussie Cattle Dog herding imaginary sheep in your backyard in Alice Springs. Unlike some processed treats, they're highly digestible, so they're gentle on your pup's tummy. This is a big win for sensitive dogs in households from Hobart to Fremantle. The chewing action isn't just good for their teeth; it's also a stress-buster. If your dog gets a bit anxious during a thunderstorm in Melbourne or when you're out for a barbie, a bully stick can keep them calm and focused. Plus, they're low in fat compared to some other chews, so you don't have to worry about your pup packing on the kilos. Now, before you toss a bully stick to your furry mate, a few safety tips from your local dog-loving expert. First, always supervise your dog while they're chewing. Most dogs, from Chihuahuas in Canberra to Great Danes in Geelong, handle bully sticks fine, but you want to make sure they don't swallow big chunks. Once the stick gets small enough to fit in their mouth, swap it out for a fresh one to avoid any choking risks. Second, choose the right size for your dog's breed and chewing style. For a small dog like a Jack Russell in Newcastle, go for thinner, shorter sticks—around 15 cm is perfect. For bigger breeds, like a German Shepherd in Perth, opt for thicker, longer sticks to keep them challenged. If you've got a power chewer (looking at you, Rottweilers in Darwin), look for braided bully sticks—they're extra tough. Finally, store them properly. Australia's warm climate, especially in places like Cairns or the Sunshine Coast, can make treats go off if not stored in a cool, dry place. Pop them in an airtight container to keep them fresh. Aussie pet parents are spoilt for choice when it comes to bully sticks. You can grab them at local pet stores like PetStock in Adelaide or hit up online retailers for bulk deals—perfect if you've got a chew-happy pup. Many Aussie brands, like those sourcing from local farms, offer high-quality, natural bully sticks with no nasty chemicals. Check the label to make sure they're 100% natural and preferably Australian-made to support our farmers. If you're in a smaller town like Ballarat or Launceston, online stores are a lifesaver, delivering straight to your door. Just make sure you're buying from a reputable supplier—nobody wants a dodgy import for their furry mate. At the end of the day, bully sticks are a ripper choice for keeping your dog happy, healthy, and entertained. They're natural, packed with benefits, and perfect for Aussie dogs of all shapes and sizes. Whether you're spoiling a pampered pooch in Sydney or keeping a working dog busy in the Outback, a good bully stick is like a little gift of joy for your pup. So, next time you're stocking up on treats, why not give high-quality, natural bully sticks a go? Check out your local pet shop or browse trusted Aussie online retailers to find the perfect ones for your dog. Here's to happy chewing and wagging tails across Australia! TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Scotsman
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
What are Kelpies? Get to know Scotland's shape-shifting, mythical river dwellers
Lost and lonely travellers on Scottish pathways should be wary... Sign up to our History and Heritage newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Wallacestone and District Pipe Band, Camelon and District Pipe Band and Falkirk Schools Pipe Band play at Kelpies 10. Pic: Mark Ferguson Scottish folklore is rich and varied, with stories of heroes, tricksters and magical, shapeshifting creatures passing from mother to child through out generations. Stories swirling around the country like whispers on the wind, creating a bedrock for the Scotland's culture, art, poetry and music. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Stories to inspire, entertain, offer moral guidance and warnings to young ears. Stories to paint the world in wonder and magic. What is a Kelpie? A Kelpie is a shapeshifter and water spirit from Scottish folklore. It can be found in Scottish rivers, and can switch between human and horse, with some stories recounting that they keep their hooves, even in human form. They seek exhausted and lost travellers on the road, who, seeing the welcome sight, would climb on the back of the Kelpie - in horse form, naturally - who would take them to their watery grave. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It is a hotly disputed topic as to whether Kelpies can also be associated with streams and lochs, so best be careful near any body of water, just in case. Different variations of the Kelpie The Kelpie will vary depending on who is telling the story, and which part of Scotland it comes from. Manes of serpents, backward hooves, the ability to sing and even what they do with their captives vary across the country. Nuggles, Tangies and each-uisge are all variations on the myth, lurking around Scotland's coast lines, lochs and rivers. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Some devour their victims, ripping their insides out, some are just looking for company and companionship. Some only attack children and some can be controlled and killed. Some are solitary creatures, others gather together under bridges. Some change into handsome men, some, beautiful women. With different tales travelling and clashing around Scotland for hundreds of years, the Kelpie is a changeable creature, in every way. The Kelpies monument The Kelpies light up purple for epilepsy awareness day (Picture: Submitted) Between the towns Falkirk and Grangemouth sit a spectacular monument to the Scottish legend. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Completed in 2013, then unveiled in 2014, the Kelpies are a breath taking spectacle Two Kelpie heads, each 30m high represent strength, endurance and a deep connection to Scotland's heritage and landscape.
1News
09-07-2025
- Climate
- 1News
Tramper and dog rescued from Wellington's Tararua Ranges
A near-hypothermic tramper who was winched to safety alongside his dog says he is "really grateful" to have been rescued from freezing conditions in the ranges north of Wellington yesterday morning. The rescue in the Tararua Ranges took place in pre-dawn darkness early on Tuesday, with a Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) helicopter crew negotiating low cloud and steep terrain. Wellington man David Graham, an experienced tramper, and his Kelpie, Winnie, were on the second night of a tramp heading towards the Mid-King Bivvy on Monday night when the weather closed in and they could not find the hut. Unable to find the shelter, he and Winnie settled under a large rock. But by 9pm the cloud lifted, bringing dew down and freezing his sleeping bag. In 0.5C temperatures with rain setting in, Graham called emergency services and set off his personal locator beacon to alert authorities to his whereabouts. ADVERTISEMENT The crew winched a near-hypothermic tramper and his dog to safety from freezing conditions in the Tararua Ranges north of Wellington. (Source: Supplied) While it was initially decided a Land Search and Rescue crew would walk in the following day, by 2am a shivering Graham contacted police again. An NH90 helicopter from RNZAF Base Ohakea left for the Tararua Ranges at 4am, reaching him 30 minutes later. "As soon as I got in the chopper I was given the best hot chocolate I've ever had in my life. They gave me a Crunchie bar and put a heated pack down my front." No.3 Squadron NH90 pilot, Squadron Leader Andrew Stewart, said Graham had done the right thing by taking a personal locator beacon with him which meant they were able to fly almost directly to him. The terrain was steep with bluffs directly below Graham, so it was a potentially dangerous situation for him to have lost his bearings. The cloud was thick and low, sitting on the eastern side of the ranges, Stewart said. David Graham being winched to safety. (Source: NZDF) ADVERTISEMENT After landing at Masterton's Hood Aerodrome, he was assessed by medics who found early symptoms of hypothermia had begun to affect his feet. Graham said he was was "pretty happy" to be flown to safety, and would be able to see his wife and one-year-old baby. "I'm just really grateful. And I hope the medic keeps tight hold of whatever recipe he has for that hot chocolate."
Scoop
09-07-2025
- Climate
- Scoop
RNZAF Helicopter Crew Rescues Tararua Tramper And His Dog
A Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) helicopter crew has winched a near-hypothermic tramper and his dog to safety from freezing conditions in the Tararua Ranges north of Wellington. The rescue took place in pre-dawn darkness early on Tuesday, with the crew negotiating low cloud and steep terrain. Wellington man David Graham, an experienced tramper, and his Kelpie, Winnie, were on the second night of a tramp heading towards the Mid-King Bivvy, when the weather closed in with thick cloud reducing visibility to less than 20 metres. 'I've been told since then that it's a notoriously difficult hut to find because the track had overgrown,' Mr Graham said. Unable to find the shelter on Monday night, he and Winnie settled under a large rock, which had icicles hanging off it that would provide water if needed. However, by 9pm the cloud lifted, bringing dew down and freezing his sleeping bag. Mr Graham called emergency services and set off his personal locator beacon. It was initially decided a Land Search and Rescue team would walk in the next day, but at 2am, a shivering Mr Graham, concerned about his health should rain set in, contacted NZ Police again. An NH90 helicopter from RNZAF Base Ohakea left for the Tararua Ranges by 4am. 'The next thing I heard, it was about was about 4.30am, the chopper coming through. They took Winnie up first, which was lovely. They were very thoughtful and brought a specific bag for the dog. 'As soon as I got in the chopper I was given the best hot chocolate I've ever had in my life. They gave me a Crunchie bar and put a heated pack down my front.' After landing at Masterton's Hood Aerodrome, Mr Graham was assessed by medics who found early symptoms of hypothermia had begun to affect his feet. It was an emotional journey out of the ranges and Mr Graham was 'pretty happy' to be flown to safety. He said he was looking forward to seeing his wife and their one-year-old baby. No.3 Squadron NH90 pilot, Squadron Leader Andrew Stewart, said Mr Graham had done the right thing by taking a personal locator beacon with him which meant they were able to fly almost directly to him. 'When we arrived he shone his torch so we could see him easily.' The terrain was steep with bluffs directly below Mr Graham, so it was a potentially dangerous situation for him to have lost his bearings. The cloud was thick and low, sitting on the eastern side of the ranges, Squadron Leader Stewart said. 'The temperature was pretty much on freezing – it was 0.5degC when we were up there where he was.' Mr Graham wanted to pass his thanks to the NH90 crew and Police who helped him in the early hours of the day. 'I was pretty tired, but I really appreciated all the expertise from everyone. I can't imagine all the complexities of pulling together something like that at 4am. 'I'm just really grateful. And I hope the medic keeps tight hold of whatever recipe he has for that hot chocolate.' The rescue was medic Corporal Sam Wardhaugh's first time winching in a search and rescue mission since gaining his qualification a week earlier.
Glasgow Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow couple to abseil 30m down Kelpies for SSAFA
Carol and Charles Diaper, from St George's Cross in Glasgow, will climb the inside of one of the Kelpies before abseiling down the 30-metre-high sculpture on June 27, as part of the SSAFA Kelpie Experience. The event raises funds for SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. It offers participants a guided aerial climb up the world's largest equine sculptures, with the option to descend via a free-hanging abseil or "Quick Flight" rope drop. Carol and Charles will climb and abseil the Kelpies to raise money for charity (Image: Supplied) Read more: Glaswegians urged to 'light up the longest day' and help feed hungry children Carol, a professional trumpeter, said: "We both feel passionate about supporting the people who serve in the Armed Forces, both home and abroad. "SSAFA does such good work with serving personnel, veterans, and their families, so when we saw the Kelpie event, we thought this was the perfect way of challenging ourselves whilst also raising vital funds for the charity." This challenge marks yet another adventure for the brave couple who are both PADI Rescue Divers. Carol recently completed her 500th dive in Fiji last year and has raised more than £50,000 for charity through fire walks, freefall parachuting, Everest Base Camp treks, and a 500km cycle ride in China. The adventurous couple are both PADI rescue divers (Image: Supplied) The couple's choice to raise funds for the Armed Forces is tied to their personal links to the organisation. Charles's uncle served as a Group Captain in the RAF and was Commandant of the now-closed Headley Court rehabilitation hospital. The couple also have a close friend who is an engineer in the Royal Navy. To support Carol and Charles' fundraising, visit The Kelpies Experience takes participants into the horse's mouth via cables, ladders, and suspended platforms. Designed for families, schools, and children aged ten and above (with under 17s accompanied by an adult), the event places a strong emphasis on safety. All climbers will be securely attached to a safety cable throughout and supported by professional guides. The couple are keen to raise funds for SSAFA due to their personal links to the armed forces (Image: Supplied) Read more: 'We never knew when she'd have a seizure': Mum on raising child with rare condition Carol said: "To anyone thinking about doing the challenge, I would say, just be brave. "It's an amazing feeling to challenge yourself both physically and mentally. "I know we'll both be a bit nervous from the heights, but that's what all the safety systems and guides are for. "The best feeling is knowing that all the money raised will go towards people who serve our country." The Kelpie Experience will take place on June 21 and again during Armed Forces Week on June 27. Individual registration costs £50, while a family of four (two adults and two children) can take part for £70, with a fundraising target of £250.
