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25.01.2022 Animals played a very important role during wartimes. Over 16 million cats, dogs, horses, birds, camels and mules served as mascots, companions and messengers in the first world war. Here is Corporal James Coull with Nell, Trick and Bullett who served as messenger dogs. Trick was a very efficient messenger while Bullet wasn’t as reliable one day disappearing for 19 hours! ... This was taken from the book ‘M is for Mates’ which has very interesting stories about animals in wartime. You can download it here: https://www.awm.gov.au/sit/default/files/m_is_for_mates.pdf #RemembranceDay

24.01.2022 Snakes are still active across Victoria, even in the suburbs of Melbourne. Don’t become complacent. When out walking your dog, particularly in bushland or near a water source, make sure you have your dog on a lead to keep them away from snakes. Remember that snakes can also make it into backyards so remove any excess rubbish that snakes like to hide under and trim the grass regularly. Cats are natural predators so are also likely to get bitten if they encounter a snake. Kee...p them safe by keeping them indoors. Remember if you suspect your pet has been bitten by a snake, try to keep them still and calm and get them to a vet immediately.

24.01.2022 Crate training has gained attention over recent years. Handled correctly, a crate can provide a calming and protective space for your dog. A crate is a good way to teach your dog the boundaries of the house and can make travelling in the car, visiting the vet and any other time you may need to confine your dog a lot simpler. RSPCA Victoria put out some great advice on crate training your dog.... Check it out here: https://rspcavic.org/health-and-//crate-training-your-dog/ See more

23.01.2022 More vets will be supported to offer the very best care to Victorian pets, with the latest round of the Victorian Government’s Animal Welfare Fund Grants. Round 8 grant recipients, Lort Smith and Australian Animal Protection Society (AAPS) will each receive $150,000 toward the construction of new veterinary clinics. Lort Smith’s new facility at Campbellfield will provide low-cost veterinary services, better facilities for animals in the adoption centre, more support for pe...t carers in crisis and help to reduce pet surrenders through behavioural support and affordable care. AAPS will use the grant funding to establish a community vet clinic at their new site in Keysborough. The clinic will provide optimal veterinary care for shelter animals and low-cost veterinary services to the community and animal rescue groups. Lort Smith and AAPS are among more than a dozen animal care and welfare organisations to receive Animal Welfare Grants this year. Round 9 applications are open now and will close 12 December 2020. Animal shelters, foster carers, not-for-profit and community vet clinics are encouraged to apply for funding. For further information and to apply, visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au//animal-welfare-fund-grants.

21.01.2022 The temperature is set to soar above 30 degrees celsius today. Plan in advance to keep your animals safe from heat stress. If you are going out during the day, leave your animals at home. If possible, give them access to indoors. Make sure they have plenty of fresh water available. Avoid taking them out in the heat. Plan your day so you are able to take them for a walk in the early morning or later evening. Do not leave any animals unattended in a car. For more tips to help your pets cope with hot weather visit https://agriculture.vic.gov.au///dogs/health/heat-and-pets.

20.01.2022 Could your horse be overweight? A recent study by the University of Melbourne found that one third of pony club ponies were obese. Obesity is one of the leading causes of the painful hoof condition known as laminitis or founder which can be fatal. ... To prevent founder, make sure your horse is kept at a good body condition score. To learn more about how your horse stacks up with condition scoring, visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au//condition-scoring-and-weig.

17.01.2022 Owning a horse can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. When buying a horse there are many factors to consider such as how much time and money you have and your ability to care for a horse. Sixteen-year-old Hannah explains how she found her eight-year-old retrained off the track thoroughbred, Astro and what was important in the decision making process. I started to ride as a child and loved it and got my first horse at 10. My favourite discipline is eventing because ...aspects of dressage, show jumping and cross country are all combined into one, and I get an adrenaline rush from cross country. I have been eventing Astro starting at the lower levels and hope to move to the star levels in the near future. I started to look for a new horse as I had outgrown my previous trusty horse, Jack who was 14.2 hands and gave me the confidence to progress to a bigger 16.2 hand, less educated horse. My mum and I started to look at advertisements and asked friends. We found Astro through a friend. Her friend was selling Astro on behalf of their client and she felt that Astro could be a perfect fit. I rode Astro five times before we purchased him - three times on the property we bought him from, once at my show jump instructor’s property and another on a cross country course. We considered his age, education, cost, health, trainability and suitability as my first big horse. My mum and instructor needed to be sure I could work well with Astro and he would keep me safe. Before buying him we also got a vet check to ensure he was healthy and sound. Astro has been a great horse for me and has taught me so much. He is fussy, likes routine and getting his job done! Hannah’s advice to anyone wanting to buy a horse is to have an idea of what you are looking for, and always take someone experienced along with you. For more information on the needs of horses, visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/livestock//basic-horse-care.

16.01.2022 A dog’s behaviour can change when you introduce a baby into the mix. Some dogs may be frightened of this new introduction while some may go into overdrive trying to protect your new bundle of joy. To make this change as easy as possible for them and to avoid any behavioural problems, prepare them for the change as early as possible. Download our Pet Planner for further guidance: http://wearefamily.vic.gov.au/RPO_WAF_VIC_A4_Pet_Planner_MA

16.01.2022 I am concerned for the welfare of an animal; how do I report this? Animals in immediate danger such as an animal left in a hot car > call Victoria Police on 000. Concerns regarding pets and non-commercial livestock > RSPCA Victoria ... Phone: (03) 9224 2222. Online: http://www.rspcavic.org/services/inspectorate/report-cruelty. Concerns regarding commercial livestock > Agriculture Victoria Phone: 136 186 Email: [email protected]. More info: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au//live/report-animal-cruelty.

16.01.2022 As the weather starts to warm up, consider whether you have prepared your dog for the summer months. Some dogs are more prone to heat stress than others. Older dogs, those with thick coats, short noses or those that are adapted to cooler climates all might feel the heat more than other dogs. If they are a breed that can be clipped, ensure you get them clipped regularly over the summer. ... If you leave them home during the day, make sure you have somewhere cool they can be kept. Ideally this would be inside but if this is not possible, make sure your backyard offers plenty of shelter and is well-ventilated. For example, a concrete courtyard would typically heat up very quickly and doesn’t offer a cool breeze throughout the day. Plan your day in advance so that you can take them for a walk in the early morning or later at night to avoid the hottest parts of the day. For more tips to help your dog cope over summer, visit https://agriculture.vic.gov.au///dogs/health/heat-and-pets.

15.01.2022 The Victorian Government has opened the $3 million Farm Safety Rebate Scheme. Apply for up to $5000 to improve on-farm safety for your workers, family members a...nd visitors. Projects could include the installation of a veterinary inspection crush, races or loading ramps, exclusion fencing around effluent pits and ponds, or installing emergency stop switches to plant or machinery. Rebates will cover up to 50 per cent of the costs of the infrastructure and equipment and the program will close 31 December 2021 or when all funds are allocated. To find out more about eligible projects and to apply contact Rural Finance on 1800 260 425 or visit www.ruralfinance.com.au/farm-safety-rebate-scheme

10.01.2022 Know the rules. If you are transporting a dog on the back of the ute and the outside temperature is 28 degrees Celsius or above, you must make sure you have an insulating mat to protect the dog from the hot metal surface. Line the back of your ute with blankets or floor matting to protect your dog from heat. You must also make sure they are secured safely. Check that objects in the ute are also secured to prevent injury. ... For more information on travelling with dogs, visit: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au//legal/travelling-with-dogs

08.01.2022 Feeding pets from a bowl - is it the only way? In the wild, animals work hard to catch and kill their prey. Domestic pets have their food served to them on a silver platter. For some pets, this can lead to a lack of mental stimulation, increasing boredom and destructive or unwanted behaviour. Meal-times are a great opportunity to provide enrichment for your pets. Consider measuring out your pet’s food allowance and spreading it out throughout the day. Use it for reward-based ...training, to create a scavenger hunt or feed them from a puzzle toy or slow feeder. Many of these you can make using household items such as muffin tins, cardboard boxes and toilet rolls. Remember to actively supervise your pets so they don’t ingest your DIY items!

07.01.2022 Increased thirst and urination, weight changes and lethargy are just some of the signs that your pet could have diabetes. Luckily, diabetes in pets is usually straightforward and very treatable. If you have noticed these signs in your pet, take them to a vet for assessment. A simple blood test will be able to diagnose them. ... If they have diabetes, your vet will advise you on the course of treatment which may mean diet changes and regular monitoring as well as ongoing treatment.

02.01.2022 The risk of a dog attack increases as your child becomes mobile. Most attacks occur in the home by a dog known to the child. Always actively supervise your child and pet, and if you can’t, securely separate them. Know what you need to do to avoid the unthinkable: http://agriculture.vic.gov.au//responsible-pet-ownership-f.