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Rally to oppose breed specific legislation

Laws targeting particular dog breeds deemed to be dangerous by the State Government will not reduce dog attacks or make our communities safer, according to Western Australians Against Breed Specific Legislation (WAABSL) spokesperson, Jen Adams. Ms Adams says the Barnett Government introduced the Dog Amendment Bill 2012 last year and it was expected to come up for debate in State Parliament over the next few weeks. “The Barnett Government’s proposed changes to the WA Dog Act – which include harsher penalties for owners of dangerous dogs and up to 10 years imprisonment for owners of dangerous dogs that attack, injure [...] Read more »

Help seniors live life to the fullest

Pet owners with pets more than seven years of age are being urged to give their furry friends some TLC to help with age related health problems. Senior pets suffer many of the same conditions that plague their human counterparts, such as arthritis, heart failure and vision impairment. These conditions can be managed and sometimes prevented with twice yearly vet check-ups. Greencross Vets Brookvale Vet Director, Dr Adam Sternburg says, “It’s important for senior pets to see a vet regularly to identify any problems that may affect their quality of life as they get older. “Much like senior people, it [...] Read more »

Second Chance Fundraiser

If you love trivia and animals, then hot tail it along to Second Chance Animal Rescue’s 2013 Trivia Night and Charity Auction. On 4 May, the night will help support the work of SCAR and keep them rescuing and rehoming cats and dogs in need of a ‘second chance’. There will be lots of fun to be had on the night from exciting trivia rounds, great live and silent auction items to win, fun games to play and lots more. Second Chance Animal Rescue Inc. is a non-profit, pro-life community-based organisation operated by volunteers and foster carers. It operates as a [...] Read more »

Kitty Litter Alternative

For people with cats, concerned about kitty litter’s waste, disposal and smell, there’s now a solution that could suit you. The first litter in Australia to be made from natural, biodegradable and environmentally sustainable corn is now on the market. Rufus & Coco’s, Wee Kitty’s clumping corn litter forms scoopable clumps that can be easily discarded – either by flushing it away or adding to compost or garden mulch. Non-toxic to humans and animals, it is also gentle on paws, ideal for sensitive noses as it is virtually dust free, and it will not swell up or cause blockages if [...] Read more »

Last chance to assist survey

A Murdoch University researcher who is investigating the threats to wild platypus populations in North West Tasmania is appealing to the general public to note their sightings of the iconic mammals in a survey. Veterinarian, Dr James Macgregor, from the School of Veterinary and Life Sciences’ Conservation Medicine Program is gathering information about the distribution and abundance of platypuses in the Inglis River catchment. The information collected in the survey will be related to the results of Dr Macgregor’s field study of the same area and will be compared with the findings of similar surveys completed elsewhere in Tasmania and [...] Read more »

The Art of Racing in the Rain

The Art of Racing in the Rain. Garth Stein. If you ever wondered what your dog may be thinking, then this novel may give you a surprising insight. It’s not easy to write from the point of view of a dog, but it seems Garth Stein has mastered it. His novel about a dog named Enzo (who’s impossible not to love) is heart wrenching and powerful while remaining down-to-earth (just like Enzo) accessible. If you’ve ever loved a dog and had that true connection with one, expect to be moved with laughter and tears. And if you happen to also [...] Read more »

Monsieur Cadichon

Monsieur Cadichon – Memoirs of a Donkey. Countess de Ségur. For a book written more than 150 years ago, Monsieur Cadichon – Memoirs of a Donkey is still remarkably relevant today.Of course, the language is different and some of the terms aren’t exactly what we would nowadays term PC but, the moral lessons to be taught to the next generation, told through Cadichon the donkey are as relevant as ever. These memoirs were written by the Countess de Ségur in France in 1860, the same author that wrote the Fleurville Trilogy. Cadichon is a cheeky, lively (some may say, naughty) [...] Read more »

Have your say

Animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti has a survey for pet owners about their life with their pets. This survey is for interest only and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Submissions are anonymous. Results may be used by Dr Jo in her work … If you’re interested in participating, click on this link Read more »

Great Backyard Birdcount goes global

In the largest worldwide bird count ever, bird watchers from 101 countries, including Australia, made history in February in the first global Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC). From 15 to 18 February, 2013, bird watchers from around the world set new records, counting more than 25 million birds on 116,000 checklists in four days. They also recorded 3,138 species, nearly one-third of the world’s total bird species. The data will continue to flow in until today (March 1). Building on the success of the GBBC in the United States and Canada for the past 15 years, the Cornell Lab of [...] Read more »

Black Saturday … four years on

Today, 7 February marks four years since the devastating fires of Black Saturday. Today, we paused to remember the victims of the fires – human and animal – and to give those left behind strength to carry on. You may remember that we published a book to help the animal victims of the fires – if you want to know how this money was spent, see the following articles: Response Units are Bushfire Ready & Black Saturday Help Project Leadbeater’s Possum & Leadbeater’s Possum Project complete Donation to QLD Rescue We have a very special offer on this [...] Read more »