Latest news from the dog industry info@petdirectory.com.au (Kim Cooney) info@petdirectory.com.au (Kim Cooney) Directory Copyright (c) 2007 The Pet Directory. All rights reserved. en-us Wed, 21 Dec 2011 7:37:00 EST 5 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 7:37:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-DogHealthResearchGrant-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> The Australian National Kennel Council's (ANKC) Canine Research Foundation has announced research grants awarded for 2012. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=DOG-HEALTH-RESEARCH-GRANTS-2012&section=1" >Dog Health Research Grants</a> for 2012. Find out who won them and what grants are available.</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DDOG-HEALTH-RESEARCH-GRANTS-2012%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Wed, 7 Dec 2011 16:01:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Scout-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Miniature Longhaired Dachshund "Scout" is looking forward the Big Day Out for Dogs on Sunday, 11 December so she can defend her title of Waggiest Tail. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=DOGS-VICTORIA-BIG-DAY-OUT-WAGGIEST-TAIL-TITLE-2011&section=1" >Big Day Out for Dogs#60;/a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DDOGS-VICTORIA-BIG-DAY-OUT-WAGGIEST-TAIL-TITLE-2011%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:39:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Pets-Australia-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Pet owners unite! Pet lovers around Australia are being drawn together through their own pets more and more frequently these days. <br /><br /> Read about <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-Rescue-Around-Australia&section=1" >pets </a>are becoming part of our social life. <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DPETS-IN-AUSTRALIA-PET-EVENTS-PETS-PEOPLE%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:50:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PetRescue-Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Pet and other animals are being rescued 24 hours a day all around Australia as the pet loving Australian community members spread news of the plight of abandoned pets including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, fancy rats and mice, ferrets, horses and farmyard pets like goats, sheep, cattle, alpaca, llama and other animals that have been dumped or whose owners can't for some reason keep them anymore. <br /><br /> . Adopt a pet yourself or just read how others are involved in <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-Rescue-Around-Australia&section=1" > pet rescue </a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DPet-Rescue-Around-Australia%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Fri, 7 Oct 2011 11:33:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PET-EXPO-creative-Groom-Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Million dollar makeovers for our furry friends are taking place as this goes to air at Groomex 2011 during the Creative dog grooming competition at Sydney Showground, Olympic Park at Homebush. <br /><br /> See what goes on at a <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-Expo-2011&section=1" >Dog Grooming Competition</a> and view the amazing photos of creatively groomed dogs. </a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DPet-Expo-2011%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Wed, 5 Oct 2011 11:44:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Dr-David-Simpson-ARH-vet-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Our pets can now receive the same level of care that their human family members receive in hospitals thanks to the recently installed high field MRI machine, specifically designed for companion animals, at the Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) in Sydney. <br /><br /> Read how <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=MRI-For-Pets-ARH-Sydney&section=1" >MRI for animals</a> can help veterinarians easily investigate hard-to-diagnose problems.… </a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DMRI-For-Pets-ARH-Sydney%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 10:30:00 EST <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Dog_Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> The week at a glance: a roundup of everything that has happened in the Australian Pet & Horse Scene for this week. <br /><br /> Read short <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Around-Australia&section=1" >pet</a> snippets from papers around Australia this week… </a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DPet-News-Around-Australia%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Pitbull-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> The Pet Industry Association of Australia is calling for action on the pit bull breed following the pit bull attack in Melbourne in which a 4 year old died yesterday. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Action-Call-on-Pit-Bull-Terrier&section=1" >story</a> here</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DAction-Call-on-Pit-Bull-Terrier%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Save-Our-Shelter-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Financial crisis puts shelter at risk of closing! <br /><br /> Read more about how we can help to <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Save-Our-Shelter&section=1" >save the shelter</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DSave-Our-Shelter%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Custom-Alert-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Dogs and dog products you cannot import! <br /><br /> Read this information about <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Custom-Australia-Alert&section=1" >prohibited dog product</a> imports from Australian Customs Service.</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DCustom-Australia-Alert%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Pet-Family-Holiday-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> A lack of pet friendly accommodation is contributing to the number of animals being euthanised in Australia, say animal welfare campaigners. <br /><br /> Read about the impact of no <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Lack-of-pet-friendly-accommodation-killing-our-pets&section=1" >pet friendly housing</a> in Australia</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DLack-of-pet-friendly-accommodation-killing-our-pets%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Muttopolis-Salon-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> The Animal Welfare League will be working with the newly opened Muttropolis Dog Spa to offer their long term dogs a well deserved makeover. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=AWL-Pooches-Off-to-the-Muttropolis-Salon&section=1" >event</a> here</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DAWL-Pooches-Off-to-the-Muttropolis-Salon%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Dog-Drink-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Researchers have discovered that dogs actually 'lap' their drinks in a similar way to cats, contrary to previous beliefs. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=The-Science-of-Dog-Lapping&section=1" >research</a> here</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DThe-Science-of-Dog-Lapping%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Urban-Tracking-Dog-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Don't be alarmed if you see a determined dog in a harness being followed by a group of people in high visibility gear making their way through your neighbourhood. They are likely not the police, but instead competitors in the latest sport available to the Australian dog world: Urban Track & Search trials. <br /><br /> Read more about your local <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Urban-Tracking-Dogs&section=1" >Urban Tracking Dogs</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DUrban-Tracking-Dogs%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Burnt-Building-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> AWLQ Warehouse Launch Party. <br /><br /> AWL Queensland invite you to read about the destruction of their <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=AWLQ-Warehouse-Launch-Party&section=1" >shelter warehouse</a> and party to reopen new building</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DAWLQ-Warehouse-Launch-Party%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/FashionWeek-AWL-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> In the spirit of Fashion Week and the Black Friday weekend (13th - 15th of May), The Animal Welfare League Queensland is offering a free gift for every black dog and cat that is adopted. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Fashion-Week-at-AWL-and-Black-is-Back&section=1" >Black Cat Adoption Week</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DFashion-Week-at-AWL-and-Black-is-Back%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AnimalJusticeParty-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> The Australian Electoral Commission has formally registered a political party concerned with animal issues. <br /><br /> Read about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Animal-Justice-Party&section=1" >Animal Justice Party</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DAnimal-Justice-Party%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/sad-dog-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /> Newly released figures show more than 70 per cent of animals impounded in Rockhampton in March were euthanized. <br /><br /> Read about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Rockhampton-Council-Pound-Figure-Appalling&section=1" >euthanasia at the Council Pound Animal "Death Camp"</a> <br /><br /> <iframe src="http://www.facebook.com/plugins/like.php?href=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.petdirectory.com.au%2F%3Fpage%3DRockhampton-Council-Pound-Figure-Appalling%26section%3D1&send=false&layout=button_count&width=80&show_faces=false&action=like&colorscheme=light&font&height=21" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" style="border:none; overflow:hidden; width:80px; height:21px;" allowTransparency="true"></iframe> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/desexing-dog-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> An Australian businesswoman is set to build new low cost vet clinics across Australia. <br /><br /> Read about the new <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Aussie-Philanthropist-to-fund-Low-Cost-Desexing-Clinics&section=1" >desexing clinics <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Camel-Img-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Some camel meat has been found to contain toxins that cause liver disease in dogs. <br /><br /> Read about <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Warning-For-Dog-Owners-Not-To-Eat-Camels-Meat&section=1" >dogs dying from eating camel meat <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/OnlineShopping-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> While the debate about the lack of GST on purchases from overseas continues, Ellen Magner from The Pet Directory takes a look at how this issue affects the pet industry in Australia. <br /><br /> Read what <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Retailers-Online-Shopping-Australian-Pet-Industry&section=1" >pet industry</a> members have to say here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-Parvovirus-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Cases of pavovirus have drastically increased following recent floods in Ipswich. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Flood-Spreads-Parvovirus-in-QLD&section=1" >outbreak of parvovirus <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/flooding-in-city-of-pets-thumb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> As Australia continues to clean up after a spate of natural disasters, a call has been made to allow pets at evacuation centres. <br /><br /> Read more about <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Call-For-Pet-Inclusion-During-Evacuation&section=1" >saving pets in natural disasters <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dogsqld-icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> A new accreditation scheme for dog breeders in Queensland has been set up in an attempt to combat puppy farming. <br /><br /> Read more about the <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Breeder-Accreditation-Scheme-to-Combat-Puppy-Farming&section=1" >Dog Breeder Accreditation Scheme <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Prison-icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> A man has been sentenced to five months imprisonment after stabbing his ex-partner's dog and allowing it to bleed to death. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=SA-Man-Guilty-of-Animal-Cruelty&section=1" >Read about the case here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AWL-QLD-Logo-small.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> The Animal Welfare League QLD started sending pet food and cleaning supplies to the Lockyer Valley and will also be sending more supplies, including food for displaced wildlife, as of next week. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=QLD-Flood-Relief-For-Pets-Wildlife&section=1" >Read about what they are doing for animals and the exact items they need donated... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AWL-NSW-Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> We would like to advise our supporters that Animal Welfare League NSW is making active efforts to relieve the regions of northern New South Wales that are affected by the flood crisis. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Flood-Relief-For-Animal-In-Need&section=1" >How can you help us? <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-Approved-Chicken-Farm-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> West Australian free-range chicken producer Mt Barker has become Australia’s first chicken farm to join the RSPCA's Approved farming Scheme. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=RSPCA-Approved-Chicken-Farm&section=6" >Read more about full events here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AnimalAustralia-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Reality hits train and bus travellers across Australia today as Animals Australia launch the first national public awareness campaign. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Commuters-Dreams-Of-Fairy-Tale-Farms-Shattered&section=1" >Read more about how factory farmed animals conditions can be seen on buses, trams, and in railway stations... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Queensland-Dogs-Fight-for-Restaurant-Rights-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Once again Queensland pets are fighting for rights they have in other Australian states. This time it is not the rabbits but the dogs!!! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Dog-QueenslandDogsFightForRestaurantRights&section=1" >Read how Queensland politicians are taking a rare stand for animal rights... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Harry-Lost-Purebreed-Long-Coated-Chihuahua-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 2-year-old male purebred Long Coated Chihuahua stolen from the Royal Adelaide Show 8th September. Reward is offered. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Reward-For-Harry-The-Stolen-Chihuahua&section=1" > Read the detail here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Rehoming_Thumb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> With animal homelessness high in Australia, pet shops often come under fire if they sell animals. Read about a positive approach by a Brisbane pet shop for providing the public with the opportunity to buy a new pet… <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-Shops-Rehoming-Homeless-Pets&section=1" >Read this message from Jenni from Brisbane Pet Headquarters here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AWL-thumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Have your dog or cat been desexed? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Are-you-guilty-of-harbouring-a-WMP&section=1" >Read this message from Jenni from Brisbane Pet Headquarters here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-GoodNewsForRabbitAndHuman-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> An end to animal testing chemicals for skin irritation is nigh! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Good-News-For-Rabbits-And-Humans&section=1" >Read about this wonderful initiative by the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) where human 'skin' will be 'grown' in test tubes for use in testing skin reactions to chemicals instead of innocent little rabbits... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> DOGS Victoria supports the RSPCA in a campaign to stop dogs being used by uncaring people operating puppy farms in Victoria. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Farming-Puppies-for-Profit&section=1" >Read more about DOGS Victoria actively pursuing the closure of puppy farms… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dog-being-groomed.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=PIAA-nnounces-New-Grooming-Courses&section=1" >Read more about the dog grooming education program around Australia… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/hph-logo.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Dog and Cat Shelter manager Sally Rogers is calling for pounds to establish mandatory desexing of dogs and cats. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Happy-Paws-Manager-calls-for-all-pound-pets-to-be-desexed&section=1" >Read more about pounds perpetuating the problem of strays… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PIAA-Master-Logo-NEW.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=The-Facts-on-Pet-Shops&section=1" >To read more about the facts on euthanased and sheltered dogs and cats click here… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/german-shepherd-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Parkville University High School students organised an icy pole stand and raised $275 for the Victorian Police Dog Squad... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Students-raise-money-for-VIC-Police-Dog-Squad&section=1" >To read more about the students raising money for the VIC Police Dog Squad click here… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Puppy-Jack-Russell-Terrier.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Little-Lost-Imogen-Saved-by-Jack-Russel-Terrier-Sam&section=1" >To read more about this adventurous little girl and her faithful dog click here… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AWL-QLD-100.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Breeder-Permits-to-help-reduce-euthanasia&section=1" >Find out how Breeder Permits can help reduce euthanasia... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PIAA-Master-Logo-NEW.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=PIAA-announces-Roger-Perkins-new-CEO&section=1" >Find out more about the newly appointed CEO of PIAA... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AWLQLD-Mothers-Day-Appeal-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Encouraging mums to adopt one of our beautiful souls looking for a home and give themselves the gift of eternal love. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Animal-Welfare-League-QLD-Mothers-Day-Appeal&section=1" >Find out more about adopting a pet with Animal Welfare League Qld... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/blossom-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=1000-pets-burned-to-death-in-UK-pet-factory&section=5" >Read more about the guinea pig factory fire… <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/boxer.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Australia-Nestle-Purina-PetCare-aquire-KraMar-Treats-and-Accessories&section=1" >Read more about Nestlé Purina PetCare Australia's aquisition of the Accessories and Treats business of The KraMar Pet Company Pty Ltd <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_EnglishSetter_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Australia-DogsVictoria_MEETTHEDOGSOFMELBOURNE&section=1" >Read more about the event here <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/NDTF-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Saturday 20th to Monday 21st March - Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Australia-Dog-NDTF-Conference&section=1" >This is an absolute must do event for those interested in understanding their dogs behaviour. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Riverbank-Animal-Hospital-logo.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Australia-Riverbank-Animal-Hospital&section=1" >Come along and celebrate the new Riverbank Animal Hospital with us. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Lawyers-for-Animals_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=Pet-News-Australia-Lawyers-for-Animals&section=1" >Read why Switzerland takes animal welfare so seriously <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Horses-Dogs-Attack-at-Mandurah-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1287" >Read about the rules here <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Petworks_Keppera_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> PETWORKS KEPERRA had a cute white Pomeranian puppy stolen but happily returned by police. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1283" >Read about Petwork's bad start to the year with a happy ending. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Australians-Say-No-To-Live-Export-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1276" >Read about Australian community outrage over the Muslim slaughter of Australian animals exported live to the Middle East <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dog-therapy-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1275" >Learn more about the Therapy Dog Program and how you can help. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_ForeverHomesAppeal-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1274" >Read how you can help Africa and his friends <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_MelbCup_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> There are eight jockeys taking to the field in the Melbourne Cup who the RSPCA believes are showing real leadership in horse welfare. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1273" >Find out who eight jockeys are here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Cookie-and-Coco_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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' <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1272" >Read how you can adopt Cookie and Coco here <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Pet-Industry-Trends-Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1271" >Read statistics on the recent 2009 growth in the pet industry. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-SydneyExpoEMS-Logo-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1270" >Find out more about Sydney Pet and Animal Expo here <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_MalteseDog-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Sad news stuck the airlines today when it was announced that the Maltese 'Terrier' has been put on the dangerous dogs list in NSW. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1269" >Read more about how this happened and a factual defence of the Maltese Dog now labelled as a terrorist amongst dogs in NSW. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_GoldCoast_PetExpo_2009_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> View photos of pet product stands, extraordinary dogs, new pet products, interesting pet traders and glamorous people at the trade only Pet Expo. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1268" >Get a glimpse into the little known world of the pet industry. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/basset-walk_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1266" >Read more about the Basset Hound Show Events here <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PetIndustryAssociationLogo-100px.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1265" >Find out everything about the Pet Expo including timetable of events and talks, trade show etc here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_New_Approach_To_Rehoming_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1264" >Find out about the new approach from RSPCA! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/ToowoombaPetAnimalExpo09-Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1262" >Find out about the new pet and animal expo! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/GlobalPetGallery-logo.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 'Proud Pet Parents' get to show the world they love their pets, while supporting animals in need. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1261" >Find out how to make a difference with your pet's photo! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RoyalMelbShow_Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1260" >Read this delightful story about the success of father and son (human) at the largest dog show in the southern hemisphere! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_Pedigree_Dogs_Exposed_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1256" >Read about RSPCA calling for an end to inbreeding of purebred dogs... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/awl-100.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1253" >To find out how you can help The Animal Welfare League click here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/mindyourownfood.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=6&ldoc=1251" >Read about a special event being held in Sunnybank Queensland on this Sunday 30 August 2009. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Hills_PetDental_Th.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1249" >Click here to enter the competition which closes on 31st August 2009. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_AdelaideRoyalShow_tb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Some of you in the animal community may know some of the winners of the prestigious awards at the Adelaide Royal Show. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1248" >Click here to see more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/desert-road-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Jodi's last promise to her father was to look after his dogs if he didn't return from his inland Australia trip. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1247" >Read Jodi's incredible story and see if you can help to find her late father's wonderful dog. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_PIAA_ThePetBarnNerang_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> The Pet Barn Nerang of 19 Hinkler Drive, Nerang has recently achieved Accreditation status with the Pet Industry Association of Australia - the Peak Body <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1245" >Read more about The Pet Barn Nerang's achievement in the Pet Industry <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dogue-de-bordeaux_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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".  <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1244" >Read more about Rare Breed Dog Show <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_National-College-of-Traditional-Medicine_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1242" >Find out more about the courses and how you can enroll! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_National-College-of-Traditional-Medicine_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1242" >Find out more about the courses and how you can enroll! <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_poodles-non-shedding-img_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1241" >Find out more non shedding breeds here... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_poodles-at-school_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Forty-two Early Learning Centre 4 (ELC) children at Firbank Grammar Brighton received a memorable visit by 3 Poodles! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1240" >Read more about the excitement that these poodles brings to the childrens <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1238" >Find out where the meeting is where you can get a free Hound House Kennel and hear about Microchipping... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1237" >Click to read more about helping the dog owners affected by the bushfires... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-Cupcakeday.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> The biggest bake-off in the Southern Hemisphere is back - Cupcake Day for the RSPCA! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=3&ldoc=1235" >Click to read more about the RSPCA's Cupcake Day, register, buy cupcakes or merchandise... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Dogs_in_the_News_th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1233" >* Tiny Puppy flushed down drain by toddler<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1234" >* Mastiff cross found eating old man<br /> <br /><br /> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_BeachGuard_Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1230" >Read how Gold Coast Lifeguard save Betty Boo's life... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-Th.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1227" >Read about the Australia's first National Memorial to Animals in War <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-Th.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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.  <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1225" >Read more about Budget Fails Animals and Export Jobs <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_USBreederJailed-tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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.  <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1224" >Read how this renegade breeder came to justice <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RentingAHomeUsingAPetResume_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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.  <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1223" >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. <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogGetsWet_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1216" >Read more about "Shopie" journey <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DeerHunting_Icon.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1212" >Read more about deer shooters... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_GovernmentFundsForLuckyPets_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1211" >Read more whether lucky pets will get $900 from Government <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/ParadiseDogGrooming-Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Paradise Dog Grooming of 13 Grice Ave, Paradise Point has recently achieved Accreditation status with the Pet Industry Association of Australia - the Peak Body. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1210" >Read more about the Gold Class Accreditation achieved by Paradise Dog Grooming <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Labrador_Retrievers_Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1208" >Read more about DOGS Victoria response to the bushfires <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1205" >Read more about how you can help to raise a fund for those affected by the Victorian bushfires <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_BushFire_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1204" >Read more about the Victorian Bush Fire Appeals and Assistance for Dogs and other Pets... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1201" >Read about Puppies at Play segment at the 2009 Pet and Animal Expo... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Tailsofthecity_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1199" >Read about the "Tails of the City" exhibition at the Museum of Sydney... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_HomeHardware_Calendar2010_tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1198" >Read about "Dogs and their Homes" 2010 calendar... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dog_and_owner_th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1194" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/pink_dog_th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Once again Doggywood will form part of Fair Day at the Mardi Gras in Sydney on Sunday 15th February 2009 at Victoria Park. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1191" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/christmas-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1189" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/AVA-logo.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1188" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1187" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/VelmasPetsAsTherapy-logo.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Greetings Pets As Therapy Volunteers, Course Students, Pet Lovers and Supporters,<br /><br /> It is that time again - yes Christmas! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1186" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> "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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1185" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_VetsBeyondBorder_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> You are cordially invited to attend the Vets Beyond Borders Annual General Meeting. We will be offering afternoon tea and a chance to meet some of the VBB team, board members and volunteers. Come along and hear first hand what VBB has been doing and will do in the future. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1184" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1183" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_AustSummitThumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Lets have a pets party!! Rain, Hail, Shine .. THIS SATURDAY at RSPCA Shelter <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1180" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1178" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_FurFighters-Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1177" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1176" >Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-ACT-Logo_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1174">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_NonSheddingDog-Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> It is important to research breeds before purchasing a puppy. Find out which breeds less likely to aggravate allergies! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1173">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCASantaPaws_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> You and your pet can have your photograph taken with Santa for this coming Christmas! Find the dates or email RSPCA for more details. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1168">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> NSW Pet Shop Code, Commercial Dog Washing Services and Groomers! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1167">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PetsDayOut-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1166">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Puppies.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> More than 30 puppies have been saved by police... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1165">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_BigBrother_Thumb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Councils to consider DNA testing to identify owners who do not pick up their dog's poop in the park! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1164">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1162">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_AustSummitThumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1162">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/CIPS-Logo-th.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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! ... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1160">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/dreamstime_PaulCowan-th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Next month will see the introduction of very tough penalties for animal cruelty with fines of up to $20,000 or two years jail.... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1159">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Ticlace-A5-th.jpg" width="100" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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! <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1157">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/RSPCA-Th.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1156">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/QCAS.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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.... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1155">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PanshangerTh.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Even after losing an eye, Panshanger will be competing at the National Agility Competition this weekend... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1154">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/Golden_Retriever_Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1153">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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! ... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1152">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DogsVictoria.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> National Agility Trial to be held in Victoria at KCC Park... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1151">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/DoggyFantasticCampingWeekend-Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Introducing the inaugural Doggy Fantastic Camping and Music Weekend at Neurum Creek Bush Retreat Caboolture Qld from Friday 29 to 31 August... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1150">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PamAhern.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> Recently the Australian Ambassador was announced as Pam Ahern, the founder of Edgar's Mission Farm Sanctuary in Willowmavin, via Kilmore, Victoria... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1149">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.piaa.net.au">Visit the PIAA website <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_Thumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1145">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA-BloodMoneyTH.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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... <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1144">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Harrods_Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1142">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_FaithfulMaltese_Tb.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1141">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_WhereDoPeopleBuyPuppyKitten_Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1140">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_AnimalNews_Icon.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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 <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1138">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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) <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1137">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_AustSummitThumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1136">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1133">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_AnimalNews_Icon.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> 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 <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1128">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_AnimalNews_Icon.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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 <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1122">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/ASAVA-Logo.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>. 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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1120">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_DogsVictoria_Thumb.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1119">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Thumb_FaithfulGermanSh.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1116">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Thumb_ShearMagic.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>John Allan is one of the pioneers of the Australian Wool Industry and his shearing exploits are legendary.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1114">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_PekingeseClub.gif" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1111">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-CowEcoli-Th.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Giving unnecessary antibiotics to animals to artificially fend off illness might be giving rise to drug resistant bacteria which may have bad consequences for humans that eat these animals.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1108">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN-PetLimb-Dr-TH.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Animal wheelchair inventor nominated for major award for mini-chariots for rats to artificial limbs for dogs!<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1107">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_QRTSA_Logo.gif" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>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.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1105">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA-Th.jpg" align="left" height="44" width="130" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Released today, the latest annual national statistics from RSPCA Australia paint a bleak picture for Australia's cat population, prompting the organisation to reiterate its call for mandatory desexing of cats and dogs. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1104">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/PiaaLOGO.gif" align="left" height="100" width="99" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Read the Media Release from the Pet Industry Association of Australia about the proposed Bill and implications for animal welfare and for the pet industry.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1098">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_PetExpo07_Logo.gif" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Congratulations to the winners for best presentation of their trade stands at the recent PIAA Pet Trade Expo held in Melbourne, 5th and 6th October.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1095">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_PetExpo07_Logo.gif" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>Australia's pet trade expo and famous Groomex competition only days away!<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1088">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/VetsAllNatural-LOGO.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" hspace="10" /></a>A major drug company recently proposed a diet pill to help the family pet fight the battle of the bulge, which has alarmed Veterinarian and leading nutrition expert for pets, Dr Bruce Syme, who believes we should be treating the cause of the problem not the symptoms. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1079">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_RSPCA_Tb.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>RSPCA Australia has today welcomed the decision by the Queensland Government to conduct a review into the mandatory identification and desexing of companion animals. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1067">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/TheGroomingSchool-APIN-Th.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>The Grooming School in N.S.W. has become the first Grooming School to offer a Nationally Accredited Course. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1065">Read more... <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Thumb_SunshineStarAwar.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>With a quality product, an Internet connection and a reliable distribution system, emerging exporter SunshineStar Poodles is taking on the world.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1064">Read more...</a> </p><br clear="all"/> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Thumb_Suprelorin.gif" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>Peptech Limited (ASX:PTD; AIM:PTDx ), the Australian biotechnology company announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary Peptech Animal Health Pty Limited (PAH), has received a recommendation to grant approval in Europe for Suprelorin (R) , a veterinary contraceptive product.<br /><br /> <a href="http://www.brr.com.au/files/1296/21583.asx"><img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/speaker.gif" border="0" align="absmiddle"> Click to hear interesting radio announcement. </a><br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1060"> Read more...</a> </p><br clear="all"/> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_Thumb_SydneyTaxiDriver.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>The Australia Human Rights and Disability Discrimination Commissioner is himself blind. Mr. Innes stated that he needs his dog at all times and that it is wrong if he is refused access to cabs due to his dog. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1058">Read more...</a> </p><br clear="all"/> <img src="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/pet_images/APIN_PoliceDogs_Thumb.jpg" align="left" height="94" width="130" border="0" /></a>Trusty police dogs are now supplied with Kevlar coats to protect them from bullets, and knife attacks. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.petdirectory.com.au/?page=directory&country=all&section=1&ldoc=1063">Read more...</a> </p><br clear="all"/> An increase in the theft of dogs has forced many dog breeders to cease dealings with the public, a Queensland pet industry spokesperson said Monday. Famous rapper 'rapped' over the knuckles for selling dog fur from animals skinned alive in China! Studies from the University of Cincinnati involving 520 babies suggest that there is a link between lower levels of breathing difficulties caused by allergies and the presence in the house with children of two or more pet dogs... The Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA) in conjunction with International Professional Groomers Inc recently held the first ever Master Groomers Certification course in Australia. . Why not purchase them a 'Hogs for Dogs' Harley Ride and in turn help support Assistance Dogs Australia?