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Latest news from the pet industry Fri, 23 Jul 2010 17:15:00 EST
Farming Puppies for Profit
DOGS Victoria supports the RSPCA in a campaign to stop dogs being used by uncaring people operating puppy farms in Victoria.

Read more about DOGS Victoria actively pursuing the closure of puppy farms…
RSPCA commends Coles for snubbing sow stalls
Today's announcement by supermarket giant Coles that from 2014 they will no longer stock pork produced on farms where sows are confined to sow stalls is a huge leap forward for the humane food movement in Australia.

Read about the humane announcement by supermarket giant Coles…
Australian Wool Export Industry at RISK! Wool Buyer to Stop Buying Australian Wool From Cruelly Treated Lambs
John Lewis Partnership, one of Britain's largest retail companies, has taken a stand against "mulesing", a common mutilation used in Australian wool production, following a long-running campaign by PETA US to phase out this practice.

Read how Australia's wool still comes from lambs who have undergone the cruel practice of mulesing…
PIAA Announces New Grooming Courses!
The Chief Executive of the Pet Industry Association of Australia 'PIAA', Roger Perkins, today announced that an in principle Agreement had been reached with a company known as International Grooming Company 'IGC' to run a dog grooming education program around Australia under the auspices and control of the PIAA.

Read more about the dog grooming education program around Australia…
HAPPY AS A PIG IN … TASMANIA
The RSPCA today applauded the Tasmanian Government's decision to phase out the use of dry sow stalls from 2014 - the first state in Australia to do so.

Read more about the Tasmanian Government's decision for the future of Australian pig farming…
Happy Paws Manager calls for all pound pets to be desexed
Dog and Cat Shelter manager Sally Rogers is calling for pounds to establish mandatory desexing of dogs and cats.

Read more about pounds perpetuating the problem of strays…
The Facts on Pet Shops
An article in Sunday's NSW Sun Herald by reporter Rachel Browne indicates, in part, that sale of animals through pet shops contribute significantly to the unacceptable high rate of euthanasia of pets in Australia...

To read more about the facts on euthanased and sheltered dogs and cats click here…
Raise a pup and protect Australia
The Minister for Home Affairs Brendan O'Connor is calling on a hundred Melburnians to do their bit to protect Australia - by raising a puppy...

To read more about the raising a pup and protecting Australia click here…
Students raise money for VIC Police Dog Squad
Parkville University High School students organised an icy pole stand and raised $275 for the Victorian Police Dog Squad...

To read more about the students raising money for the VIC Police Dog Squad click here…
Little Lost Imogen Saved by Jack Russel Terrier Sam
The fireman on the community rescue team stopped his truck and called and the brave little Jack Russel Terrier, Sam came out from the dark, cold bush with little three-year-old Imogen who was holding onto a big gum tree...

To read more about this adventurous little girl and her faithful dog click here…
Breeder Permits to help reduce euthanasia
The Animal Welfare League of Qld supports the introduction of Breeder Permits on the Gold Coast as an important step to reducing the numbers of abandoned cats and dogs which are killed because there are too many for the numbers of responsible homes available...

Find out how Breeder Permits can help reduce euthanasia...
Pet Industry Association announces Roger Perkins as new CEO
The President of the Pet Industry Association of Australia ("PIAA"), Steve Austin, announced today that the Board has appointed Roger Perkins as Chief Executive of the PIAA.

Find out more about the newly appointed CEO of PIAA...
Animal Welfare League Qld Mother's Day Appeal
Encouraging mums to adopt one of our beautiful souls looking for a home and give themselves the gift of eternal love.

Find out more about adopting a pet with Animal Welfare League Qld...
1,000 pets burned to death in UK pet factory
Fire causes unbelievable suffering and tragedy for over 1,000 beautiful animals when a pet breeding factory burned four sheds that housed guinea pigs also known as cavies, rabbits and other small pets.

Read more about the guinea pig factory fire…
Rabbit and Guinea Pig Seminar
A seminar on Rabbit and Guinea Pig health, come and join Dr Narelle Walter Thursday 22nd April

Find out the location and date here...
Save Every Life program comes to AWL this Easter long weekend
THE Animal Welfare League will welcome back its '10th lifers' this Easter long weekend, with about 20 Save Every Life cats taking control of the boardroom from Saturday, April 3 until Monday, April 5.

Read more about the AWL Save Every Life program this Easter long weekend
NESTLE PURINA PETCARE TO ACQUIRE THE ACCESSORIES AND TREATS BUSINESS OF KRAMAR
Nestlé Purina PetCare Australia announced today it plans to aquire the Accessories and Treats business of The KraMar Pet Company Pty Ltd. The aquisition will take effect from 25th March 2010.

Read more about Nestlé Purina PetCare Australia's aquisition of the Accessories and Treats business of The KraMar Pet Company Pty Ltd
MEET THE DOGS OF MELBOURNE
DOGS Victoria will be hosting a free public event, "Meet the Dogs of Melbourne" on Monday, 26 April from 12 noon at Federation Square to answer these and many more questions about showing dogs.

Read more about the event here
CHOICE Recommends RSPCA Approved Products
The RSPCA Paw of Approval has received a big thumbs up from consumer watchdog Choice, as part of their review of food labelling schemes.

Read why CHOICE approves of the RSPCA Approved Farming scheme
Major business development project for South Grafton opening Monday 15 March 2010
Congratulations to Chris Gough and Associates on the opening of their new state of the art veterinary hospital in South Grafton in the Clarence Valley NSW.

Come along and celebrate the new Riverbank Animal Hospital with us.
Lawyers for Animals?
Swiss newspapers have been buzzing with the special vote held on Sunday 7 2010 to introduce state funded legal representation for abused animals. The vote was defeated by 70% of Swiss voters in the controversial referendum.

Read why Switzerland takes animal welfare so seriously
Horses and Dogs – Attack at Mandurah
Mandurah where horse riding is very popular and the local Council has specific rules for the keeping of horses was in the news recently when a rehomed shelter dog attacked a horse. The horse was bitten severely on the muzzle causing a 10 cm tear.

Read about the rules here
Do Your Animals Drive You Crazy?
Many techniques that have been discovered as useful for people are just as useful for animals. A most effective method is the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), developed by Gary Craig. It uses tapping on hands, face and body, to elicit great changes in behavior.

Read more about Emotional Freedom Technique For All Animals by Yvette Eastman
Giant Panda to Emigrate to China from USA
Tai Shan the famous giant panda cub is on his way to China to join a breeding program to help save the wild giant panda population. See a video of Tai Shan in the snow at his going away party.

Watch the panda cub turn to face the camera when a little girl calls his name...
With the Rain come the Rats and the Cats
Cats have taken on an improved status in a small country town of Julia Creek. The early rain has brought rats in search of food to the Julia Creek area near Winton Queensland. This has caused the McKinlay Shire Council in the north-west of Queensland to place a moratorium on its cat bounty.

Read about the feline and rodent situation in the country town of Julia Creek here...
PETWORKS KEPERRA had a cute white Pomeranian puppy stolen.
PETWORKS KEPERRA had a cute white Pomeranian puppy stolen but happily returned by police.

Read about Petwork's bad start to the year with a happy ending.
Farmers Barred From Cutting Cows' Tails
Dairy farmers are barred from cutting cows' tails in California from January 2010 onwards.

Read more on the decision made about the cows' tail here...
Seven Australian Lizards sent back to bush for Christmas!
Seven lizards caught wild from the bush were seized in a raid by DSE. A North Bendigo man is facing up to three years jail and $40,000 fine if proven guilty of the charges of possessing wildlife taken unlawfully and for keeping protected wildlife without a licence.

Read on for more about the seven Aussie lizards seized…
Court Denies Return of Illegal Birds to Importer
A Victorian court has denied the return of 173 exotic birds to their keeper after finding they had been illegally imported into the country.

Read more about this win for Australia’s fight against illegal wildlife trade...
CITES & INTERPOL Joint Forces to Combat Tiger Poaching
Tigers in Asia are rapidly becoming extinct in many areas and endangered in others. international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants threatens their survival. A CITES-INTERPOL law enforcement intelligence training for tiger range States was held in Jakarta, from 30 November to 4 December.

Read more about the loss of tigers in Asia and what is being done...
Tammy the Rare Tamworth Pig is a Mum!
Tammy is one of very few Tamworth pigs in Australia today. On the 27th November 2009, Tammy the performing, princess Tamworth pig gave birth to 7 little Tamworths.

Read more about the birth and see cute and rare photos of Tammy and her piglets
Australians say no to live export as the Festival of Sacrifice commences in the Middle East
The largest single petition ever lodged with the Rudd Government's Petitions Committee includes the signatures of over 34,000 Australians opposed to live animal exports to the Middle East.

Read about Australian community outrage over the Muslim slaughter of Australian animals exported live to the Middle East
Therapy Dogs take on a new role
The DOGS Victoria Therapy Dogs have traditionally visited residents in aged care homes. The benefit of having these dogs visit is undeniable and program organiser Nicky Abell wanted to share those benefits with even more people and is currently working hard to expand the reach of the Therapy Dog Program.

Learn more about the Therapy Dog Program and how you can help.
Forever Homes Appeal
My name is Africa. I am one of thousands of dogs at the RSPCA who found my forever home thanks to you. Our stories are different. But our needs are the same. And they are simple. We just want to give love and to feel love. Can you help us?

Read how you can help Africa and his friends
RSPCA URGES PUNTERS TO BACK A REAL WINNER
There are eight jockeys taking to the field in the Melbourne Cup who the RSPCA believes are showing real leadership in horse welfare.

Find out who eight jockeys are here...
2 Labradors Seeking Home
We are moving overseas in just 2 weeks. Unfortunately, I have still not been able to find a good home for Cookie and Coco . We're not able to take our beloved doggies with us and I've been desperately trying to find a home for both of them 'together'

Read how you can adopt Cookie and Coco here
Pet Industry Trends
The Pet Industry has come up tops in recent statistics with it boosting up the CPI of the recreation industry which had fallen in the last quarter.

Read statistics on the recent 2009 growth in the pet industry.
SYDNEY'S FAVOURITE FAMILY EXPO ON AGAIN - YOU'LL LOVE IT
Sydney's most popular family Expo is on again full of great attractions and non-stop entertainment to delight Expo visitors. This year's Expo promises to be the biggest and best ever with over 150 exhibitors taking part and a huge variety of pets and animals to see. It's a great fun day out that's sure to please every member of the family.

Find out more about Sydney Pet and Animal Expo here
Maltese Dog labelled a "Terriorist"
Sad news stuck the airlines today when it was announced that the Maltese 'Terrier' has been put on the dangerous dogs list in NSW.

Read more about how this happened and a factual defence of the Maltese Dog now labelled as a terrorist amongst dogs in NSW.
The Glamorous World of The Australian Pet Trade
View photos of pet product stands, extraordinary dogs, new pet products, interesting pet traders and glamorous people at the trade only Pet Expo.

Get a glimpse into the little known world of the pet industry.
EMT INTENSIVE (PROFESSIONAL HORSE MASSAGE) 2010 FEB INTAKE AT SOVEREIGN HILL VICTORIA
Don't miss out! Enrol and Pay Upfront before 31st OCT 2009 and only pay $3,000 (Including All Course Manuals and Notes)!

Read more about the EMT Courses and download the form here
Australian National Basset Hound Show
Victoria will host a National Basset Hound dog show on Saturday, 31 October. Bassets and the people who love them will come from New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and even New Zealand and Malaysia.

Read more about the Basset Hound Show Events here
News Flash! The 2009 Pet Trade Expo beings Monday 19th October!
The 2009 Australian Pet Industry Association Pet Expo is to be held at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre 19th - 21st October. This is Australia's largest & only trade exhibition of pet and aquaria products & accessories.

Find out everything about the Pet Expo including timetable of events and talks, trade show etc here
RSPCA NSW taking a radical, new approach to rehoming!
RSPCA NSW's latest appeal hit households this week and focused on the upcoming RSPCA Care Centre - an adoption centre and outpatient vet clinic that will be opened in Rouse Hill by the end of this year.

Find out about the new approach from RSPCA!
Ending Live Sheep Exports would Create Jobs
A new report released today by economists ACIL Tasman, has revealed that ending live sheep exports would benefit the economy and create Australian jobs.

Find out about the impact of Endling Live Sheep Exports with current Australian economic condition!
A NEW PET & ANIMAL EXPO COMBINED WITH HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW 16th to 18th Oct 09
The inaugural Toowoomba Pet and Animal Expo is a fantastic opportunity for the Pet Industry and local retailers to generate additional sales, promote products and services, and create brand awareness.

Find out about the new pet and animal expo!
GLOBAL PET GALLERY MAKES YOUR PET A CELEBRITY & AIMS TO SET A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD
'Proud Pet Parents' get to show the world they love their pets, while supporting animals in need.

Find out how to make a difference with your pet's photo!
Like Father Like Son at the Royal Melbourne Show!
Dog showing is something that people of all ages can enjoy. Juniors can begin from the age of seven and you are never too old to have the companionship of a dog. Many families have several generations of dog lovers and may even find themselves competing against each other in the show ring.

Read this delightful story about the success of father and son (human) at the largest dog show in the southern hemisphere!
THE ONLY LOSER IS THE HORSE
The Australian Jockeys Association may have won by a nose but the RSPCA is warning jockeys that from this point on they will have a lot of eyes on them every time they whip their horses.

What is the compromise?
Racing Board Decision Puts Horses First
The RSPCA has congratulated the Australian Racing Board for standing firm on the new whip rules and not giving in to a vocal minority.

Read the update for the good news...
RSPCA Urges Racing Board to Hold Firm in Whips
The RSPCA says any easing of the new whip rules would be a major step backwards for animal welfare and the Australian racing industry.

Read more about the RSPCA's position on the use of whips in horse races...
Should breeders be inbreeding or line breeding?
Pedigree Dogs Exposed: RSPCA calls for change. Pedigree dog breeders in Australia have a tremendous opportunity to lead by example and fundamentally change the way dogs are bred in this country.

Read about RSPCA calling for an end to inbreeding of purebred dogs...
Swine flu confirmed at a Queensland piggery
Test results on samples taken from a Queensland piggery near Dalby are positive for Influenza A H1N1. Biosecurity Queensland Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Ron Glanville said it was now confirmed that the piggery near Dalby had positive results for the human pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza strain.

Read more about the progress of events on the infected piggery…
Dark cloud of the Hendra virus hangs over horses again
Test samples taken from a horse at a Cawarral horse nursery property have come back positive for the horse having been exposed to Hendra virus.

Read more about the events taking place on the property and how national biosecurity policy would affect horses and their owners if they contract the disease…
Animal Welfare League Qld Fundraising Dinner & Silent Auction
The Animal Welfare League was broken in to recently and approx. $10,000 was stolen. Money that is desperately needed to continue providing the care, shelter, and rehoming of dogs and cats.

To find out how you can help The Animal Welfare League click here...
Professional Horse Message Intensive VIC Course Announced 2010
This course conducted over three blocks spreading over six months will enable you to understand fundamental principles and the terminology of equine anatomy, physiology and applied techniques.

Read more about the Equine Myofunctional Therapy Certificate Victorian Intensive Course 2010
MIND YOUR OWN FOOD!
There is a lot of discussion currently about what we eat and how we process food as well as the farming practices of both crop and animal produce and how they impact on the environment.

Read about a special event being held in Sunnybank Queensland on this Sunday 30 August 2009.
Stolen Birds Alert!
Attention bird and animal lovers! Sometime between Sunday 15th and Tuesday 17th the following birds were stolen from a David Smeaton in South Australia. Be on the alert for new birds in your neighbourhood (anywhere in Australia as thieves often move birds interstate to avoid detection) . Look out for Sun Conures, Red-collared Lorikeet, Moustache Parrots and Macaws. Some are breeding birds while some are the daughters pet birds.

Click to read descriptions and contact details.
Last chance to WIN One Million Dollars if you are a pet owner and you buy Hill's Science Diet products from your vet or favourite pet shop.


Click here to enter the competition which closes on 31st August 2009.
Show results from Adelaide Royal Show Animal Events
Some of you in the animal community may know some of the winners of the prestigious awards at the Adelaide Royal Show.

Click here to see more...
Help a daughter to find her father's dog.
Jodi's last promise to her father was to look after his dogs if he didn't return from his inland Australia trip.

Read Jodi's incredible story and see if you can help to find her late father's wonderful dog.
WA PET INDUSTRY MIX N MINGLE
The Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA) State Coordinator Troy Grzelka has arranged a Mix and Mingle "Meet and Greet" PIAA meeting for Sat 29 August 2009.

Find out more about the event details here
The Pet Barn Nerang achieves Pet Industries "Gold Class" Accreditation
The Pet Barn Nerang of 19 Hinkler Drive, Nerang has recently achieved Accreditation status with the Pet Industry Association of Australia - the Peak Body

Read more about The Pet Barn Nerang's achievement in the Pet Industry
Rare Breed Dog Show
The Upcoming Utility Dog Club's Rare Breeds Show will feature fifteen breeds rarely seen in Australia including the Portuguese Water Dog, the breed chosen by US Presidential family the Obamas as the "first puppy". 

Read more about Rare Breed Dog Show
Thought to be extinct lizard found in NT
It was a stroke of luck that a Northern Territory government ecologist, Chris Pavey found more than 18 of these forgotten reptiles. 

Read more about the find of 'Ophidiocephalus taeniatus' or common name Bronzeback Legless Lizard...
Dog Massage Course by National College of Traditional Medicine
This course has been designed for all those with a love of dogs and an interest in improving their health and wellbeing with the gentle but powerful therapy of massage.

Find out more about the courses and how you can enroll!
Poodles aren't the only ones
Poodles are probably the best known low-shedding breed of dog with their distinctive curly coat that can be clipped into a number of different styles, but Poodles aren't the only breed of dog that suits allergy sufferers.

Find out more non shedding breeds here...
Poodles at School
Forty-two Early Learning Centre 4 (ELC) children at Firbank Grammar Brighton received a memorable visit by 3 Poodles!

Read more about the excitement that these poodles brings to the childrens
REPORT REVEALS MORE DEATHS AT SEA
More than 36,000 Australian farm animals died last year while being transported overseas for slaughter. They died from starvation, salmonellosis, heat stress, injury, or pneumonia.

The live export industry’s annual Shipboard Performance Report, released this week, publishes the mortality statistics from the live export journeys of sheep, cattle and goats. ...

Read and consider if mortality rates are a true indicator of animal welfare for live exports.
Free Hound House Kennel at the PIAA QLD Branch Meeting
Get a totally free Hound House kennel just by turning up at the PIAA QLD Branch meeting on Wednesday 8th July from 7 pm at the meeting venue...

Find out where the meeting is where you can get a free Hound House Kennel and hear about Microchipping...
More than $1/4 million raised to help dog owners affected by the bushfires
The International Virtual Dog Show was the fundraising effort DOGS Victoria used to kick off its bushfire appeal fund in February this year. We ended up receiving 8,796 entries in just one month. At $10 per dog, this raised $87,960 toward the total that would eventually surpass $326,000. These funds are being used to help dog owners care for their dogs as they rebuild or relocate...

Click to read more about helping the dog owners affected by the bushfires...
"Flying piglet" stunt backfires.
A stunt by Gold Coast radio station Gold FM has outraged animal lovers and RSPCA Qld has been inundated with complaints about the incident.

Click to read more about the flying pig stunt that received complaints...
Cupcake Day for the RSPCA 2009!
The biggest bake-off in the Southern Hemisphere is back - Cupcake Day for the RSPCA!

Click to read more about the RSPCA's Cupcake Day, register, buy cupcakes or merchandise...
Dogs in the News
* Tiny Puppy flushed down drain by toddler

* Mastiff cross found eating old man



RSPCA and Bob Irwin Slam Croc Safari Hunting
The Federal Environment Minister, Peter Garrett, has been urged to reject the Northern Territory Government's proposal to allow tourists to shoot crocodiles on safari hunting tours.

Read what the RSPCA Australia and Steve Irwin's dad have to say on crocodile hunting
Jack Russell's life saved by Gold Coast lifeguard
Hilary Smith was running up the beach with her lifeless dog, "Betty Boo" calling for help. She had lost him in the surf and then found him buried in sand and quite lifeless. Lifeguard David Smith gave mouth to snout resucitation bringing the dog back to life.

Read how Gold Coast Lifeguard save Betty Boo's life...
Arrow spears kangaroo's head in cruel attack
Many alarmed at the cruel shooting of two Eastern Grey Kangaroos (Macropus giganteus) by bow and arrows in the outer north of Melbourne. One with an arrow going right through its head from side to side piecing bone and nasal cavity, the other found two days earlier with an arrow through its rump.

Read how Melbourne Zoo helped the wounded Kangaroo
Man’s fear and lack of bird knowledge leads to death of seagull
If people haven’t been brought up to admire, learn about, and care for birds and other animals it can sometimes lead to acts of cruelty such as what occurred in Laguna Beach California when a man beat a Heermann’s gull (Larus heermanni) with a stick when it tried to eat his wife’s dropped ice cream.

Read more about this vicious attack on a near threatened species of gull...
Animals Honoured Through National War Memorial
The role of animals throughout Australia's wartime history will be honoured this morning with the unveiling of Australia's first National Memorial to Animals in War.

Read about the Australia's first National Memorial to Animals in War
Renting a home using a Pet Resume!
Whether you are a wildlife carer or a dog owner or one of the other millions of Australians that own a pet, a Pet Resume just might get you out of trouble and keep your pet out of the pound! Renting with a pet can be a real headache. It is already hard enough to find a suitable rental home but add one or more pets to the mix and you have pretty much quadrupled your problems. 

Read how you can better prepare to get the pick of rental homes that will accept your pet by following a set formula for success and by the use of a Pet Rental Resume for your furry, feathery or scaly friend.
The Horrific Deaths of Five Horses This Year Alone Have Been in Vain
The RSPCA is appalled with Racing Victoria’s decision to allow jumps racing in Victoria to continue. The tragic deaths of five horses already in the 2009 season have been in vain. 

Read about the RSPCA fight for horse welfare in Victoria
BUDGET FAILS ANIMALS AND EXPORTS JOBS
The Federal Government will invest 11 cents for every animal exported overseas for slaughter in a dismal attempt to address the massive welfare problems ailing animals in the industry. 

Read more about Budget Fails Animals and Export Jobs
US Breeder Sentenced to 90 Days in Jail for Animal Cruelty
A big breakthrough for animal welfare is being heralded by the pet industry in the USA as an end to an ongoing problem breeder known to perform her own surgery on the dogs she housed without a veterinary degree. 

Read how this renegade breeder came to justice
Bushland Purchase Protects Queensland Habitat
A private bushland property on Brisbane's outskirts, home to a number of Queensland koalas, will now be protected forever as part of Australia's National Reserve System, our nation's most secure way of protecting native habitat.

Read more about Bushland Purchase Protects Queensland Habitat
Pigeon Smuggler's Wings Clipped
Customs and Border Protection has thwarted an attempt to smuggle two live pigeons, two bird eggs and plant seeds into Australia concealed on a passenger's body.

Read more about how the smuggler's got caught
NEW OWNERS FOR AQUARIUM INDUSTRIES
We are pleased to announce that CRB Partners acquired Aquarium Industries today. CRB is an Australian, family owned business with a strong interest in the aquarium and fish industry.

Read more about the new owners for Aquarium Industries
Green Pig Farming
Some pig farmers both in Australia and the USA are finding ways to farm greener which can assist with stopping the effectiveness of human antibiotics by creating a better living environment for their pigs and thus eliminating systematic dosing of antibiotics that can be passed on to humans through meat and reduce their effectiveness in our systems. Here is the story of how one US and one Australian pig farmer are using green farming to improve the lives of their pigs, and the quality of their produce while helping the environment.

Read more about Green Pig Farming
Saving a Toddler's Life is "For the Birds!"
Quaker parrot yells "Mama, Baby, Mama, Baby" bringing the sitter and mother running to rescue a choking toddler.

Read more about Saving a Toddler's Life is "For the Birds!"
Dog trapped on remote tropical Australian island a lost pet!
A blue cattle dog trapped by wildlife rangers turned out to be "Sophie", a pet owned by a Sydney couple who lost her overboard during rough weather while sailing off the coast of Mackay in North Queensland waters. They apparently circled for one hour looking for her when they realised she was missing.

Read more about "Shopie" journey
Follow the link to journey on "The Great Eggscape", an Easter adventure!
Check out this animated cartoon.

Find out more about "The Great Eggscape"
Parrot Society presents "Step Up: Parrots and People Learning Together with Barbara Heidenreich USA"
Don't miss Barbara's only Australian Appearance in 2009!

Find out more about Parrots and People Learning Together event!
World first for the Budgerigars!
Budgerigar show in Pakistan judged via internet by Australian judge!

Read more about the Budgerigar show judged via internet...
"If you go out in the woods today..." beware of the deer shooters
Deer in NSW Australia were the focus of gun toting shooters on Saturday after a government funded media campaign attracted thousands of people out to shoot deer in the State forest. This coincides with the opening of the duck shooting season in the South Australian wetlands which due to public opposition has been shortened to two months.

Read more about deer shooters...
Will some lucky pets get the $900 Government handout?
Joe Hockey as opposition treasury spokesperson has accused the Government of including pets in the $900 cash handout for tax payers! According to statistics, hundreds of dog and cat owners leave some or all of their money to their beloved pets in their will.

Read more whether lucky pets will get $900 from Government
Paradise Dog Grooming achieves Pet Industries Gold Class Accreditation
Paradise Dog Grooming of 13 Grice Ave, Paradise Point has recently achieved Accreditation status with the Pet Industry Association of Australia - the Peak Body.

Read more about the Gold Class Accreditation achieved by Paradise Dog Grooming
The 2009 Australian Frog and Reptile Show 1st 2nd 3rd May 2009
Held over the 1st three days of May this year at Sydney's Castle Hill Showground, The Australian Frog and Reptile Show provides a platform for retailers to specifically target customers with their reptile and amphibian related products.

Read more about The 2009 Australian Frog and Reptile Show
Labrador Fun Day
The Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria is pleased to present an evening of family fun for anyone with a Labrador or anyone who has thought about adding a Lab to their family and wants to learn more about the breed on Saturday, 14 March, FREE ENTRY.

Read more about The Labrador Retriever Club of Victoria event
The Pig Day Out
The world looses 3 breeds of domestic livestock every month to extinction... Come See... Come Hear... Come Touch... Come Taste... Saturday 7th March - 53 Helidon Dip Road Helidon.

Read more about The Pig Day Out
DOGS Victoria response to the bushfires
When the news of the fires reached the staff of DOGS Victoria early this month, we knew that many of our members would be affected. On the Monday morning the focus was entirely on keeping the website updated with the status of members around the state, setting up a bushfire appeal fund and generally providing as much information as possible to members.

Read more about DOGS Victoria response to the bushfires
International Virtual Dog Show (Fundraiser for those affected by the Victorian bushfires)
In response to the bushfires that have ravaged through the Australian state of Victoria, DOGS Victoria (the state body of the ANKC) has set up a bushfire appeal with all money donated to this fund going to assisting anyone who needs help caring for their dog after the fires.

Read more about how you can help to raise a fund for those affected by the Victorian bushfires
Victorian Bush Fire Appeals and Assistance for Dogs and other Pets
The Pet Directory extends its sympathy to the victims of the bushfires. This is a tragic time for the nation and many of us would like to assist with donations of money or goods. Here are a list of funds that have been set up for people and for dogs, cats and other pets left homeless by the fires.

Read more about the Victorian Bush Fire Appeals and Assistance for Dogs and other Pets...
Vet offers words of caution: Hooves and the effect of fire
A word from The Pet Directory's Resident Horse Vet in Victoria on the effects of bush fire on horses, cattle and other livestock.

Read what the Farrier Vet, Dr Judith Mullholland has to say about overheating of hooves and feet caused by fire....
Cat Smart campaign urges purr-fect pet ownership
The Queensland Government has taken another step in its drive to stamp out irresponsible pet ownership with the launch of a new campaign aimed at reducing the high euthanasia rates for cats and kittens.

Read how to look after your cat and promote responsible pet ownership...
Puppies at Play
If you've recently added or are planning to add the joy of a puppy to your family, don't miss the Puppies at Play segment at the 2009 Pet and Animal Expo presented by DOGS Victoria.

Read about Puppies at Play segment at the 2009 Pet and Animal Expo...
The Victorian Reptile and Amphibian Reptile Expo
The expo will be on 28th Feb, 2009. Nicholas Hall, Royal Melbourne Showgrounds, gate 5 (Follow the signs and the crowd!). A family day out to be remembered.

Read about the The Victorian Reptile and Amphibian Reptile Expo...
Tails of the City
Notice to members! As a member of The Pet Directory Network we are excited about a current pet exhibition and would like you to help us spread the word by telling others that love animals and have an interest in pet ownership. Print this news page and present to receive a free copy of The Pet Directory valued at $25!

Read about the "Tails of the City" exhibition at the Museum of Sydney...
Is your dog a calendar star?
Home Timber and Hardware is looking for 12 top dogs and their homes from all over Australia to star in the HOME "Dogs and their Homes" 2010 calendar.

Read about "Dogs and their Homes" 2010 calendar...
National Rabbit Week
In contrast to Queensland Australia where rabbit owners hide from the law, Britain celebrates National Rabbit Week 24th - 30th January. Pet food company Burgess is running this event for the third year with pet stores putting on special promotions with training and special bunny offerings and receiving display kits from Burgess.

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How is this for a Rabbit Show?
Visit the Bradford Small Animal show website to read about this huge small animal show with over 3000 Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Gerbils, Hamsters, Mice and Rats attending the show over two days. This show is known as the "Crufts of the Small Animal world"!

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1,375 CAGED HENS OUT OF WORK
The RSPCA's growing list of Choose Wisely restaurants is increasing demand for barn-laid and free-range eggs, with 435,456 eggs every year no longer being sourced from caged hens.

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2009 RSPCA Australia Scientific Seminar
The RSPCA Australia Scientific Seminar 2009 will broadly examine the interaction between animals and human health from the perspectives of both human health impacts and animal welfare.

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Numbat population gets a boost at Ravensthorpe
The future is looking up for Western Australia's native mammal emblem, the numbat, following the release of 13 wild and captive-bred numbats into a site near Ravensthorpe this month.

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2009 is the year to end the cruel trade of Indias dancing bears
Nose ring off, the music is over for so called Dancing Bears who begin their journey to a happier daily existence in the hands of workers from the UK charity, International Animal Rescue. Working tirelessly they have freed 500 dancing bears from the cruel performance of dancing on the streets of India.

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Doggywood for pet lovers at the New Mardi Gras 30th Birthday!
Once again Doggywood will form part of Fair Day at the Mardi Gras in Sydney on Sunday 15th February 2009 at Victoria Park.

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Big news for the Horse Community! Australia is now free from Equine Influenza!
DPI surveillance is over and the rest of the world can be convinced that Australia is clean of the disease finally! Bruce Christie, Chief Veterinary Officer of NSW, in his letter to the horse industry 22 Dec 08, congratulates the equine community on their join efforts to eradicate the disease. 

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Pet Shops benefitting from economic downturn this Christmas
Customers are focussing on the essentials like food but also buying collars, toys etc. but not going for the Christmas gimmicks such as pet Christmas stockings for under the tree...

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Pet owners should stay vigilant after chicken treat recall
In response to the voluntary recall of KraMar Supa Naturals Chicken Breast Strips, the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is urging dog owners to monitor their dogs, health.

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If you thought silly season was only for people, think again!
Christmas will come early for dogs this year at the Big Day Out for Dogs, bringing your pampered pooch all the things usually reserved for people this time of year.

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Inviting You To The Velma's Pets As Therapy Christmas Picnic!
Greetings Pets As Therapy Volunteers, Course Students, Pet Lovers and Supporters,

It is that time again... yes... Christmas!

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Problem: Barking Dog | Solution: Big Day Out for DOGS
"DOGS Victoria offers a variety of dog sports that help keep dogs' minds and feet active such as Agility, Jumping, Lure Coursing, Obedience, Lure Racing, Retrieving and Herding." All of these events will be on display at the Big Day Out for Dogs on Sunday, 14 December.

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Every dog can be a winner at the Big Day Out
DOGS Victoria's Big Day Out for Dogs is just around the corner on Sunday, 14 December and everyone is invited to bring their dog down to KCC Park* for a fun-filled day out. The Companion Dog Club will host the Fun Competitions that are open to all dogs in attendance. There is no entry fee, just be in the front area at noon to join in the fun.

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Eagle Pack Pet Foods - Statement to customers
Eagle Pack, as an importer of high quality pet food uses human grade ingredients only in our food and does not apply any un-natural chemical preservatives in the presentation of our food. We would also like to assure our customers that whilst Eagle Pack is produced in the USA we are not linked to Champion Pet Foods (producing Orijen Pet Foods).

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Pets' Party is POSTPONED
Pets' Party is postponed. Keep an eye on the website for further details.

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Pets' Party
Lets have a pets party!! Rain, Hail, Shine .. THIS SATURDAY at RSPCA Shelter

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WOOL INDUSTRY MUST STAY FOCUSED ON 2010
The RSPCA today reiterated that it expects Australian wool producers to phase out mulesing by 2010. RSPCA Australia CEO, Heather Neil, said the industry had made significant progress in developing more humane alternatives to reducing the risks of flystrike...

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The Canine Christmas Market
The Big Day Out for Dogs has a lot to offer for backyard dogs who want to let off a little steam by running the Agility Course or racing their new doggy-pals in the Lure Racing, but what about the pampered pooches who aren't so inclined to get their manicured toenails dirty?

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FUR Fighters Follow Actress!
Lindsay Lohan may need to re-think her wardrobe after being attacked by animal rights activists for wearing a fur stole made of real animal fur. Flour 'bombs' were thrown at the actress. She was cleaned off by helpers and resumed her Saturday night out with a pose on the red carpet at the VIP Room Theatre with her disc jockey friend Samantha Ronson.

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The Big Day Out for Dogs
Make plans now to attend the 2nd annual Big Day Out for Dogs on Sunday, 14 December from 10.30am at KCC Park in Skye.

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Special Invitation from Directors of Red Hill Gallery
Please join us at Red Hill Gallery this Friday night from 6pm to enjoy some champagne, good company and to meet Paul Margocsy...

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Paws-for-Thought
Very interesting news from the RSPCA in the ACT: Santa Paws and how he can help homeless animals || Judge giving tough sentence for cruelty to pet ferrets || Pets' Party at the shelter: learn to teach your dog tricks || Sponsor a kennel or cat house with your name on it in gold!

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The Right Dog for the Job!
It is important to research breeds before purchasing a puppy. Find out which breeds less likely to aggravate allergies!

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Rabbits welcome in Queensland!
Rabbits have been welcomed as a non native animal that has proven to live without threat to the environment in Currawinya National Park.

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Animals Asia calls for action as pathologists warn of contaminants in bear bile
Animals Asia Foundation has called on the Chinese authorities to look urgently into the possible harmful side-effects of contaminated bear bile sold as a cure-all in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The foundation has also relayed its concerns to the Hong Kong Secretary for Food and Health, Dr York Chow, and the World Health Organisation.

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Designer Corals?
We have all heard of "designer dogs" but now we may be looking at the advent of "designer corals" as Rare corals in endangered ocean reefs begin to cross breed with other coral species in a last ditch attempt to save themselves from extinction. Read more about how corals faced with a lack of breeding partners solve their dilemma.

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Minister Announces World Heritage funding for the region
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts, Peter Garrett announced more than $13 million for World Heritage projects in Australia and across the Asia-Pacific at the Pacific Islands World Heritage Workshop in Cairns.

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Santa Paws is Coming!
You and your pet can have your photograph taken with Santa for this coming Christmas! Find the dates or email RSPCA for more details.

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News Flash from Pet Industry Association of Australia!
NSW Pet Shop Code, Commercial Dog Washing Services and Groomers!

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DR KATRINA SPECIAL GUEST FOR PETS DAY OUT
While the bad news is that Dr Harry Cooper is unable to attend the Pets, Day Out at Ballam Park on Sunday, 12 October, the good news is that Dr Katrina Warren, his famous partner from the television hit Harry,s Practice, will be the new special guest on the day...

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Pet shop puppies saved from toxic fumes from nearby carpet shop at around 8pm on 5 October 2008
More than 30 puppies have been saved by police...

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Big Brother is Now Watching Your Dog!
Councils to consider DNA testing to identify owners who do not pick up their dog's poop in the park!

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NEW ANIMAL WELFARE CODE OF PRACTICE FOR ANIMALS IN PET SHOPS IN NSW
New South Wales pet shops have been sent a revised code of practice that is now enforceable under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulation, 2005...

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Aqis Ruling Panders To Live Export Lobby
The RSPCA today slammed a decision by the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) to yield to the live export lobby and continue to allow sheep to be packed on voyages to the Middle East.

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Horse Flu Hits Again
Spring Carnival time and Horse flu raises its ugly head again. This is something that the organisers of the 148th Melbourne Cup Carnival certainly did not need at this time of the year.

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The 12th China International Pet Show
CIPS---the largest pet trade show in Asia! The grand gathering of world pet professionals is coming! Free registration as a visitor now on www.cipscom.com! ...

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New Animal Cruelty Laws for SA
Next month will see the introduction of very tough penalties for animal cruelty with fines of up to $20,000 or two years jail....

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Domestic Cat Skinned Alive
Police are looking for anyone who has information about a skinned and gutted cat that was found on Thursday hanging from a street sign at around 11 a.m. ...

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Ancient Amber enters the pet market!
Amber has long been admired for its beauty and worn as jewellery and amulets since ancient times. It is now making the news as a pet flea remedy and pet jewellery too!

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Rare Chicken Rescue: A rare poultry breeder is on a mission around Australia to find and preserve threatened chickens.
Rare Chicken Rescue Showing Times: ABC1 - 4:30pm Saturday, 27 Sep 2008 | ABC2 - 7:55pm Wednesday, 17 Sep 2008

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TIME TO GET TOUGHER - RSPCA
The RSPCA today said it was time for animal welfare groups to be less compromising and to encourage more people to make their voice heard if animal welfare is going to improve in Australia...

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Laidley Conference 4th / 5th October 2008 **Agricultural Shows - Today and Beyond**
QCAS Conference to be held in Laidley. All interested parties are welcome to attend. It is always a great weekend and lots of information is available....

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Super Dog
Even after losing an eye, Panshanger will be competing at the National Agility Competition this weekend...

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Pedigreed Dogs Do Make the Best Pets
Dog owners the world over have been buzzing with the recent show on the BBC, also posted on YouTube and followed up by channel SBS, calling into question the ethics and practices of purebred dog breeders in Australia...

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First Ever in Victoria - PIAA and The Pet Directory Victoria Grooming Competition
The first Victorian State Grooming Competition supported by PIAA, Box Hill TAFE and our major sponsor The Pet Directory was held over one day on Saturday the 24th of August. And what a great day it was! ...

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Agility - On the Move
National Agility Trial to be held in Victoria at KCC Park...

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The Doggy Fantastic Camping Weekend
Introducing the inaugural Doggy Fantastic Camping and Music Weekend at Neurum Creek Bush Retreat Caboolture Qld from Friday 29 to 31 August...

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Australian World Animal Day Ambassador Announced
Recently the Australian Ambassador was announced as Pam Ahern, the founder of Edgar,s Mission Farm Sanctuary in Willowmavin, via Kilmore, Victoria...

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Savannah cat banned
Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett has banned the Savannah cat from being brought into Australia finding it poses an extreme risk to Australia,s environment and biodiversity.

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Animal Tests Replaced with non-animal teaching methods in Taiwan university
The National Taiwan University College of Medicine-Taiwan's leading medical school-after being provided with information about sophisticated non-animal teaching methods, has cancelled its pharmacology experiments. In the experiments, students were asked to inject the toxic chemical strychnine into mice, watch the animals convulse in agony, and record the animals' times of death...

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PIAA, The Pet Industry Association of Australia - NEW CONSTITUTION AND NEW BOARD
More members voted than in the history of PIAA on the motion "that the Constitution of the Company be repealed and replaced in its entirety". The new constitution was accepted by a majority vote of members with 93% in favour of the major overhaul of the PIAA constitution.

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COCKATOO HABITAT GAINS IN FIONA STANLEY HOSPITAL DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL
Environment Minister, Peter Garrett has approved the construction of the new Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth following agreement with the West Australian Government on a substantial package of measures to protect the endangered Carnaby,s Black Cockatoo.

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Moving to a Higher Level
It is less than two weeks until the prestigious National Obedience Trials come to Victoria. The most advanced dogs from all around Australia can be seen August 2-3 at KCC Park competing for trophies, ribbons and the coveted Top Dog title.

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JAMIE OLIVER TO REVEAL THE FOWL TRUTH ABOUT FOOD
This Wednesday Jamie Oliver will empower Australian consumers with the knowledge to help them make informed decisions that will improve the lives of millions of layer and meat chickens across the country...

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FREE RANGE EGGS - NOT ALWAYS WHAT THEY,RE CRACKED UP TO BE
A new survey by consumer group Choice has reinforced the need for stricter labelling and regulation for free range eggs in Australia. The survey revealed that...

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Harrods opens the largest ever pet emporiuim
Harrods is set to open a new pet department later this month that will be three times larger than the existing space devoted to animals.

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Faithful Maltese fights to the death
One Maltese was rendered near death from horrific injuries caused by a machete and the other suffered internal injuries from being kicked as it bravely fought to defend their owners from three male attackers.

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Where do people buy their new puppy or kitten?
There is always debate about this in the media and within the pet industry. You can vote on the poll yourself at the click of a button.

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Madonna guards her empty nest...
We all know a lot of empty nesters migrate to the Gold Coast but Madonna the female crocodile at David Fleay Wildlife Park has put a different slant on the story.

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Animals in the News
Click to read interesting animal news stories making headlines. Topics: * Track your lost dog by phone! *Robot pet hair vacuum *Love a Lovebird? *New Aussie Shark found *Muddy Goat Disease in North Queensland

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Special Trade Exhibition For The Grooming and Boarding Industries Announced
The Pet Industry Association of Australia is pleased to advise that exhibition space is available in conjunction with the annual national conferences for groomers and boarders (AusGroom and AusBoard)

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Animal Welfare must factor in Australia's Farming Future
Australian farmers have a prime opportunity to take advantage of the growing demand for animal welfare friendly products and governments at all levels must help facilitate change, RSPCA Australia said today.

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First ever public PIAA Grooming Competition held in Brisbane.
The Pet Directory was the major sponsor of the very first ever publicly held PIAA Grooming competition at the Spectacular Petacular pet expo held on the weekend 15th and 16th March at the RNA Showgrounds.

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Take care of your rabbit this Easter
The Australian Veterinary Association is urging rabbit owners to take care of their bunnies this Easter, offering 5 top tips for rabbit owners.

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Bird Judge retires after many years in front of the show bench
Terry Casey was presented with a plaque from the Australian National Cockatiel Society in recognition of all he has done over the years for the hobby of Cockatiel breeding and showing.

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Announcement of Chief Executive Officer of PIAA.
The Pet Industry Association of Australia is pleased to announce that we have had a verbal acceptance of the position of Chief Executive Officer of the Association.

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Unprecedented Actions to stop Whaling by Australian Government
Australia charts new course of International Wahle Conservation ; As part of the Government's unprecendented actions to stop commercial whaling, Australia will present a proposal to modernise the Internation Whaling Commission at this week's meeting in London.

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Animals in the News March 2008
Click to see our collection of interesting animal stories that have made headlines this past week. Topics covered: *Chihuahua dog falls from sky *Cancer survivor seeks repeat win in world,s longest sled dog races *Kitten dumping has reached record levels in Australia *Python Eats Australian family dog in Kuranda *Body Part by Body Part Sumatran Tigers are being sold into extinction *Cat DNA leads back to Ancient times and forward to over 200 genetic disorders *New undescribed species of parasite that infects aquarium fish

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Horses return to Sydney Royal Easter Show
Minister for Primary Industries Ian Macdonald and the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) President Rob Vickery announced that Australia,s best horses will be able to compete at the 2008 Sydney Royal Easter Show, despite the outbreak of equine influenza. Minister Macdonald said the Department of Primary Industries has worked around the clock with the (RAS) to ensure the competitions can go ahead.

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TNT News
The latest news and information from and about TNT Express in Australia and around the world!

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ABS Stand at the Spectacular Petacular
ABS Stand at the Spectacular Petacular Sat 15th and Sun 16th March 2008 at the RNA Showground. Great family day!!

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Animals in The News
Click to see our collection of interesting animal stories that have made headlines this past week. Topics covered: *Baby Polar Bear Orphan *Smuggled Reptiles *$10,000 Dog Found Close to Death in Stolen Car *Tiger Kills Tormentor *Plastic Bag Ban in Australia a Dilemma for Dog Walking Owners *Bird flu Breakouts with No Explanation Transmitted to Infect People *RSPCA Rescues Horses - 31 found Dead and Decomposing - 111 in Serious Condition *Serious Ecological Threat Posed by Millions of Imported Aquarium Fish into Australia - Report by University of Sydney Professor, Richard Whittington *NSW Premier,s Reading Challenge 2008 - Recommended Books include How to Care for Your Pet Rabbit and Other Animal Related Titles

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In Australia With The Looks of a Cheetah
The newest 'must have' cat breed is finally on its way to the cat lovers here in Australia. A Queensland based company, Savannah Cats Australia are introducing the Savannah cat into Australia.

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The ASAVA calls for a review of pet food labelling laws
Are you aware of what you're putting into your pet's food bowl? Most of us have no idea what goes into pet food and we don't question the safety of pet food until a visit to the vet with a sick pet.

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NEW DOG BREEDING LEGISLATION FOR VICTORIA
On Tuesday, December 4 2007 new legislations passed through the Victorian Parliament that will have significant effects on dog breeding. What you need to know about the new legislation on breeding and buying a healthy puppy.

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Faithful German Shepherd Sentenced to Death for Defending Owner
Faithful German Shepherd Sentenced to Death for Defending Owner Watch the You Tube video about a German Shepherd on "Death Row" and the family trying to save him with the help of a lawyer who will ask the government for clemency...

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Sponsor an Animals Australia Investigator!
Animals Australia calls for donations to fund more investigations into animal abuse in the Middle East. Working on the front-line fighting animal abuse isn,t for everyone but people can help by sending donations.

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Shear Magic - The John Allan Story
John Allan is one of the pioneers of the Australian Wool Industry and his shearing exploits are legendary.

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Finally! A Good News Story about Equine Influenza!
Once infected properties are now being resolved as the Virus burns out in many areas of the Red Zone.

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Equine Influenza Outbreak Figures for Queensland
At 5pm today there were 2108 IPs, an increase of 66 since yesterday. The average number of new IPs per day over the last 5 days has been 42. The Green Zone remains free of reported infection.

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Pekingese Club of Victoria Show 2007
We have a great report from the show by Patricia Smith of Queensland. See a great photo of all exhibitors with their beautiful Pekingese dogs.

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LIVE EXPORTS MUST END - PLAN NOW TO PROTECT FARMERS INTERESTS: RSPCA
The RSPCA has welcomed acknowledgement of widespread and serious community concerns about animal welfare in the live export trade.

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National Day of Action to End Live Animal Export
On Saturday 10th November a National Day of Action against live animal export will be held across Australia.

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Rat Chariots and Artificial Dog's legs!
Animal wheelchair inventor nominated for major award for mini-chariots for rats to artificial limbs for dogs!

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Wynnum Redlands Budgerigar Club 2008 Show Case Auction
Wynnum Redlands Budgerigar Society is pleased to announce it's Show Case Auction of 2008

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QRTSA: Big Boys Self Interest at the Expense of Pets
The Queensland Retail Traders and Shopkeepers Association are considering taking action against Big Wand other leading supermarket chains that appear to have begun the practice of trying to corner the market on healthy pet food.

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