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12/11/2025

Week 2 of our Barking Series... Natural Calming Supports for Barking Dogs!

Last week we explored why dogs bark and what’s really going on beneath the noise. This week, we’re diving into some of the 'how to': practical, natural ways to bring the body and mind back to balance.

From Adaptil and Rescue Remedy to the serotonin diet, scent therapy, and structured routines that suit our FNQ climate, this post unpacks how calm can be created, not commanded.

Read it here and follow Paws Unleashed for the full Whole-of-Dog Barking Series, and more natural wellness guidance for our FNQ dogs.

Helping the body and mind return to balance

12/11/2025

Debunking the “Free Smart Tag” Hype

Since the proposed changes to pet ownership laws were announced by Council, a few clients have spotted ads on Facebook offering “millions of free smart pet tags for Queensland dog owners.” It looks official... but it’s not!

These posts are paid overseas marketing campaigns, not an Australian government or council initiative. The company behind them sells QR-code ID tags and uses “free” offers to collect your details and promote paid upgrades.

At Paws Unleashed, we’re all for smart, safe, and transparent solutions... just not misleading ones.

✅Recommended Registries

1. Central Animal Records (CAR)
Australia’s largest pet-microchip database, with ~5 million animals listed. Recognised under QLD registry licensing requirements.

Offers 24/7 “lost pet” recovery service. A good option if you want a well-established provider with national reach.

2. Australasian Animal Registry (AAR)
National registry; FAQ page confirms vet & owner processes for registration, ownership change etc. Also listed by the QLD government as an approved registry service.

Slightly less widely quoted than CAR but still legit.

3. Global Micro Animal Registry
Recognised by QLD government as current licensed registry service. Good backup option, especially if your pet’s details need transferring.

4. Petsafe Australia
Also listed by QLD government as a current registry provider.
Business Queensland. Provides registration services nationwide.

⚠️ Registry to avoid / transfer away from

HomeSafe ID: This registry has ceased operations / gone into receivership. Owners whose pets are registered only in HomeSafe ID are at risk of losing ownership/contact info access.

If your pet is registered there, you should transfer its microchip record to one of the registries above as soon as possible.

🔍 What to Do as a Pet Owner (QLD)

Use the website Pet Address to check which database your microchip number belongs to.

Ensure your contact details are accurate and up to date (address, phone, alternate contact). Without this, even a microchip won’t help reunite you.

If your pet was registered with HomeSafe ID, transfer the details to a working registry (e.g., CAR or AAR).

Confirm with your vet or council: your microchip is registered with a licensed registry under the Animal Management (Cats and Dogs) Act 2008 (Qld) and relevant regulations.

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After videos of the free tags went viral on Facebook and Instagram, responsible dog owners are advised to order soon before the organisation behind them completely runs out.

06/11/2025

Last week we spoke about the Council’s proposed changes to our dog laws, and how the focus on compliance and penalties misses the real issue: understanding the behaviour!

This week, I’m taking that conversation deeper.

Let's talk about why dogs bark in the first place, what’s really going on inside their bodies and minds, and how our tropical environment adds layers of stress we rarely see until it overflows.

If you’ve ever been told your dog’s barking is “bad behaviour,” this one’s for you. It’s about empathy, not excuses, and about finding calm from the inside out.

📖 Read it here →

Understanding What Your Dog Is Really Saying

29/10/2025

Council votes 11 Dec 2025 on changes to barking, wandering, desexing & off-leash zones.

Before we roll our eyes at yet “more rules” from our wonderful Council, it’s worth seeing how these changes read from an animal welfare perspective.

We’ve put it all in plain English: what’s changing, why it matters, and how to keep life calm for you & your dog.

👉 Read the full breakdown here:

Council votes on 11 December 2025

18/09/2025

We slather coconut oil on our own dry skin and it feels amazing… so why does it so often make our dogs’ itchy, red skin worse?

Here are some tips on what actually helps allergy skin in our Far North Queensland climate.

Why it's not the answer for hot, itchy skin

06/09/2025

We are at Mission Beach Market today with Stray to Stay… Come and say hello 🐶

03/09/2025

We may not be grooming anymore, but I couldn’t resist sharing a photo of beautiful Aggie, one of my much-loved previous grooming clients who came in today for a Wellness Spa session.

Not only did she get the all clear from her check-over, but her skin, paws, nails, ears and coat are all in fantastic condition… a real credit to her owners’ care.

It’s always such a joy to see our dogs thriving and enjoying a bit of pampering. 💚

Book a Wellness Spa session here:
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28/08/2025

Available now via pre-order, pick up Bingil Bay 🐶

26/08/2025

HaPpY InTeRnAtIoNaL DoG DaY

Every dog has their day… and today it’s official.
Here’s to the ones who teach us unconditional love, remind us to play, and always know how to unleash the best in us 💚🐕

25/08/2025

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23/08/2025

The boys, getting some vitamin d ☀️