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24.01.2022 How to Ruin Your Dogs Recall A guide to ensuring your dog never comes when called: 1) Punish them when they finally do come....Continue reading

24.01.2022 NEW FOR ADOPTION * Eddie & Couscous will ideally be rehomed together * EDDIE... Male 5 years old (born November 2014) Domestic Short Hair - Ginger SAFE ID: BnC619 COUSCOUS Female 6 years old (born April 2014) Domestic Short Hair - Tabby SAFEID : BnC620 Adoption Fee: $400 for both (normally $250 each) LOVING PAIR - EDDIE is a pretty chilled out ginger boy. He has moments of playfulness but most of the time just likes to find a spot to relax and chill out. - Eddie loves to get under rugs and snuggle with his foster carers. - COUSCOUS is a very playful tabby girl who is always on the move. She is super curious and loves getting into funny little spots around the house. - Couscous likes the company of people but is also quite content at home while her carers are at work. - Both cats are very affectionate and get along well with one another. They are housetrained, have been tested with dogs, and both are good with young children. - Eddie and Couscous will ideally be rehomed together. The adoption fee for this gorgeous pair is $400. If you would like to meet Eddie and Couscous, please complete the application form at https://aus01a.sheltermanager.com/service Our adoption process includes a two week trial period to ensure you and your adopted pets are the right fit. The adoption fee assists to cover the costs of desexing, microchip, microchip ownership transfer, flea and worm treatment, vaccinations and vet check. For more information, please contact- Email: [email protected] Website: www.safe.org.au

24.01.2022 HAPPY 5 YEAR ADOPTAVERSARY TO ZAC! Some of you may remember Zac, a 10 year old Golden Retriever who we rescued from the pound 5 years ago. He was suffering from painful hot spots (as shown in the first photo). After being in foster care for several months and receiving the medical treatment he desperately needed, Zac was adopted by a couple in Perth (5 years ago yesterday!) who have showered Zac with all the love and care he truly deserves. He really did go from r...ags to riches! Below is an update on Zac from his pawrents along with a photo: "Our darling Zac is still doing wonderfully well. It has been five years of joy for us, he is a wonderful dog and we adore him. As he has been from the first day, he is loving, gentle and friendly to everyone he meets. He is still interested in everything and everyone, insists on going on his twice daily plod around the streets and is very enthusiastic about his food! He barks rather loudly if its after 5:00pm and he hasnt been fed - or if we get distracted in the mornings and his breakfast is late! Hes also hilarious in the morning as he will only go one way on his walk - which leads to the local coffee shop where he gets a biscuit from the proprietor and any of his many fans who happen to be there at the same time. He looks pleadingly at them and they cant refuse him. If we attempt to go left instead of right at the bottom of our driveway he refuses to budge! He is on a raw diet and cocktail of supplements (including Chinese herbs) to keep him healthy and mobile. He has slowed down quite a bit but we believe, and the vet agrees, that he is moving without obvious pain. He still has regular acupuncture and massages both of which he seems to enjoy. When we adopted Zac we hoped that he would have at least 5 years with us so that the last third of his life would be full of love, he would be adored and receive the best veterinary care possible. We are so grateful and happy that this has been the case. We will always be grateful to the marvellous people at SAFE Busselton for entrusting this beautiful dog to us, he has enriched our lives immeasurably".

22.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS It is with great pleasure to advise that, after 7 months in foster care, Panther has been adopted We wish Panther and his new Mum all the very best

20.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Young Harlee has completed her adoption trial period and is now officially adopted We wish Harlee and her new Mum all the very best

19.01.2022 AVAILBLE FOR ADOPTION * Eddie & Couscous will ideally be rehomed together * EDDIE... Male 5 years old (born November 2014) Domestic Short Hair - Ginger SAFE ID: BnC619 COUSCOUS Female 6 years old (born April 2014) Domestic Short Hair - Tabby SAFEID : BnC620 Adoption Fee: $400 for both (normally $250 each) LOVING PAIR - EDDIE is a pretty chilled out ginger boy. He has moments of playfulness but most of the time just likes to find a spot to relax and chill out. - Eddie loves to get under rugs and snuggle with his foster carers. - COUSCOUS is a very playful tabby girl who is always on the move. She is super curious and loves getting into funny little spots around the house. - Couscous likes the company of people but is also quite content at home while her carers are at work. - Both cats are very affectionate and get along well with one another. They are housetrained, have been tested with dogs, and both are good with young children. - Eddie and Couscous will ideally be rehomed together. The adoption fee for this gorgeous pair is $400. If you would like to meet Eddie and Couscous, please complete the application form at https://aus01a.sheltermanager.com/service Our adoption process includes a two week trial period to ensure you and your adopted pets are the right fit. The adoption fee assists to cover the costs of desexing, microchip, microchip ownership transfer, flea and worm treatment, vaccinations and vet check. For more information, please contact- Email: [email protected] Website: www.safe.org.au

19.01.2022 We cannot stress enough the dangers of buying puppies (or kittens) online! The majority of these animals come from unethical breeders where the parents of these animals are kept locked up for their entire lives, in horrendous conditions and used purely as breeding machines for human financial greed ___________ Midland Police are warning members of the public to be wary when purchasing puppies from online advertisements after two recent cases highlighted fraudulent claims ...by the seller. In one case a man purchased a Labrador - Rottweiler cross from an online site. The seller fraudulently provided a false Responsible, Professional Breeders Association number and stated the puppy was microchipped. The seller also stated he was a breeder from Goomalling. DNA testing on the puppy revealed the puppy did not have any Labrador or Rottweiler heritage and was a mix of five difference breeds including Kelpie, Ridgeback and American Staffy. The puppy was purchased for $2,500! In the second case a woman purchased an Australian Shepherd Labrador cross puppy and the seller advertised online the puppy was 9 weeks old, vaccinated and microchipped. The owner took the puppy to the vet who ascertained the puppy was only 6 weeks old and was malnourished and likely came from a puppy farm and not a responsible breeder. In both instances the people paid thousands in cash for their puppies. Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au

19.01.2022 Patience, understanding and love are key!

17.01.2022 Let them sniff Its their walk after all

16.01.2022 MORE ADOPTION NEWS Willow has been adopted by her foster furmily All the very best to you all

16.01.2022 POOPS WALKERS REQUIRED 1 WALK PER WEEK POOPS Busselton (Pets of Older Persons) is a volunteer run, not for profit organisation that is all about keeping people and their pets together. POOPS is a not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers that provides a fee-free pet care service for elderly or disabled pet owners. POOPS clients are pet owners who are over the age of 65, palliative care patients of any age, or people with disabilities who need assist...ance with caring for their beloved pets and are unable to pay for support. 1 walk per week is currently required for the following dogs: Rosie & Casey - 8 year old Yorkshire Terrier & 8 year old poodle (Lily Crescent, West Busselton) - Friday, Saturday or Sunday walkers Marlee - 7 year old Maltese Cross (Peel Terrace) - Monday, Wednesday, or Sunday Polly - 12 year old Staffy (Dunsborough Lakes) - Monday, Friday or Saturday London - 5 year old Shitzu Maltese x (Carey Street, behind Churchill Park) - Tuesdays and Saturday Sammy - 7 year old Staffy Bull Terrier X (Peel Terrace) - Sundays after 1pm Teddy and Lucy (2 year old Chihuahua Cross and 5 year old Terrier Cross) - Harris Road - Thursday 9am - to walk with another vollie There are a few steps to follow before we can accept volunteers given that we are sending people into the homes of the very vulnerable elderly and / or those who have a disability or a disabling illness. Here is the link to the POOPs WA website where you are required to make an online application: https://www.poopswa.org.au/volunteer-application/ At the time of your application you will need to have either a National Police Certificate or a current Working with Children Check. Only one of these is required, but the Police Clearance cant be older than twelve (12) months from the date of your application with POOPs WA. You can apply for a National Police Certificate at your own cost via https://auspost.com.au/police-checks If required to quote POOPs WA ABN No it is 98 390 607 915. They can be obtained at a cost of $29. If you dont already possess a current Working with Children check, then you will need to apply for a National Police Certificate. In addition to one of the above documents, you will also need to save and attach a scanned copy of either a current Drivers Licence or Passport. Once your application is approved, POOPs Busselton will be in touch.

16.01.2022 Everyone loves a good massage :)

15.01.2022 "This was the FIRST TIME I've had the opportunity to learn more about being a cat owner!" This feedback from one happy cat owner after GeoCatch’s inaugural Kitty Cat School last week. Cat owners learnt about cat health, emotional needs and behaviour, as well as how to be responsible pet owners. In fact, almost everyone said they were now more likely to keep their cats inside because they knew the benefits for their cat, their hip pocket and local wildlife. One lucky participant even took home their very own catio! This event was a partnership with City of Busselton - Local Government, Busselton Veterinary Hospital, Vasse Vets, Murdoch University, Katzone Cat Enclosures and SAFE Busselton, supported by South West Catchments Council (SWCC) and National Landcare Program. Thanks to everyone for making this a wonderful event!

15.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS It is with great pleasure to advise that, after 9 months in foster care, Sky has been adopted We wish Sky and her new Mum all the very best

14.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Handsome Milo has completed his adoption trial period and is now officially adopted! Milo came to us as a failed working sheep dog and has adapted to life as a family pet very easily. We think he has found his true calling ... Milo now enjoys long daily walks on the beach and although he still goes to work, with his new family his job is to be patted by their clients and lay around looking handsome. Just goes to show, sometimes matching the dog to the right environment isnt as obvious as it might seem. Were grateful to Milos new furmily for giving him the job hes always wanted

13.01.2022 Why dogs need to be on leash when in public places

13.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS It is with great pleasure to advise that, Zorro and Rocket, have been adopted We wish them and their new families all the very best

12.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Indi & Spike have completed their adoption trial period and are now officially adopted We wish Indi & Spike and their new Dad all the very best

11.01.2022 POOPS WALKERS REQUIRED 1 WALK PER WEEK POOPS Busselton (Pets of Older Persons) is a volunteer run, not for profit organisation that is all about keeping people and their pets together. POOPS is a not-for-profit organisation run entirely by volunteers that provides a fee-free pet care service for elderly or disabled pet owners. POOPS clients are pet owners who are over the age of 65, palliative care patients of any age, or people with disabilities who need assistance...Continue reading

11.01.2022 Happy international cat day! Let us see all your feline friends by posting a photo in the comment section

11.01.2022 CAN YOU SPARE 30-60 MINUTES PER WEEK TO MAKE A DOG HAPPY? Please help our elderly residents (Busselton & Dunsborough) keep their dogs at home with them. This is proven to increase the likelihood that they can remain in their own homes for longer. POOPS is a not for profit group so services are FREE to those who qualify - 65 years and older or where someone has a disability or disabling illness of any age.... POOPS Busselton started in April 2019 and currently walk 39 dogs and have over 100 active volunteers but need MORE. DOGS WHO ARE CURRENTLY WAITING BY THEIR DOORS FOR YOU ARE: Mitzi - 5 year old Maltese - Thursdays am or pm - Seymour St, West Busselton Misty - 6 year old Maltese X - Friday pm - Ray Village, Broadwater Anzac - 6 year old Great Dane - Monday or Friday - am or pm - Kalgaritch Sasha - 8 year old English Staffy - Monday, Friday or Saturday - am or pm - Seymour Street, West Busselton London - 5 year old Shitzu Maltese X - Wednesday - am or pm - Carey Street (behind Churchill Park), Busselton Teddy & Lucy - 5 year old Terrier X & 2 year old Chihuahua X - Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - am to help other walkers as two makes it so much easier- Harris Road, Busselton To become a volunteer: Visit https://www.poopswa.org.au/volunteer-application/ to complete the online application. At the time of your application you will need to have either a Police Clearance (within 12 months validity) or a current Working with Children Check (we accept a valid WWCC, but we are not an eligible sponsor organisation for a new WWCC application). You can apply for a Police Certificate at your own cost ($30) via this link https://auspost.com.au/police-checks Volunteers need to be 18 years old and over. For more information visit www.poopswa.org.au, or phone or message Cathy Gibson, the Busselton Co-ordinator on 0417 935 434 or email [email protected].

11.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Young Hudson has completed his adoption trial period and is now officially adopted We wish Hudson and his new furmily all the very best

10.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Young Gus (Jack Russell Terrier) has completed his adoption trial period and is now officially adopted We wish Gus and his new furmily all the very best

10.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Missy has completed her adoption trial period and is now officially adopted We wish Missy and her new furmily all the very best

10.01.2022 HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DOG DAY We love to see photos of your dogs, so today show us your lovely little dogs, marvellous medium sized dogs or beautiful big dogs

10.01.2022 CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE fundraising initiative for SAFE Busselton Donations can be processed at ANY refund centre in Western Australia! You can help us make change with Containers for Change by donating your refund to SAFE Busselton! Simply use our scheme ID C10322911 Each container will raise 10 cents to help us continue to save animals from euthanasia! ... Eligible containers include most aluminium, glass, plastic, steel and liquid paperboard beverage containers between 150ml and 3L. Ineligible containers are those not commonly found as litter, including all plain milk, flavoured milks 1L and above, pure juice drinks, wine and spirit bottles, and cordials. You can check the eligibility of your container here https://bit.ly/2GgOq2v Remember, ineligible containers can still be recycled through your yellow top bin

09.01.2022 Vet warns pet owners as 1080 baiting tragedies increase in South West! https://www.margaretrivermail.com.au//vet-warns-pet-owne/

08.01.2022 Let them sniff! Its their walk after all, not yours! Most walk their dogs everyday, sometimes you just need to get them out before going to work and other times you want to take them somewhere good but your dog has other ideas and wants to sniff along the way. Sniffing takes time and is extremely important! There are numerous reasons dogs do this and checking in on daily PMail is one! ... So make the most of it and let your dog(s) enjoy their walks and catch up on whats going on

05.01.2022 WARNING! As many households prepare their gardens for spring, there has been a significant increase in calls to the Animal Poisons Helpline regarding fertiliser ingestion. Fertilisers are available in a diverse range of formulations. Inorganic fertilisers tend to contain varying but generally high quantities of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium; as well as trace elements which are tailored to suit specific purposes. Whilst a small lick or taste is unlikely to cause si...gnificant poisoning, large ingestions can potentially result in severe effects. Organic fertilisers contain lower concentrations of these minerals. They are often made of different types of manures, blood, bone and other meals and as such are highly attractive to dogs. If dogs are allowed access to organic fertiliser packaging, it is not unusual for them to ingest very large quantities. Ingestion of organic fertilisers can result in severe gastroenteritis, possibly pancreatitis and gastrointestinal obstruction. As you prepare your garden for the warmer months ahead, take a moment to consider your pets: Never allow pets access to fertiliser containers or packaging. Keep in mind that dogs find organic fertilisers highly appetizing and will readily chew through packaging, so they need to be stored out of reach. Apply fertiliser as per the manufacturers recommendations (do not use excessive amounts) Water in fertiliser after application where possible - this is especially true for areas with chickens since they are very effective at picking up granules that have dropped to lower soil areas Avoid using organic fertiliser around spring bulbs (dogs will dig up the organic fertiliser and will often find these bulbs and eat them!) If you think your pet has ingested fertiliser, call 1300 869 738 (AU) or 0800 869 738 (NZ) for a tailored risk assessment and recommendation, including first aid measures. This service is free for all pet owners and has assisted over 5,000 accidentally poisoned pets so far this year. You can save a pets life by keeping this critical service free. Please visit animalpoisons.com.au/support to learn about ways you can support the service.

03.01.2022 ADOPTION UPDATE Beautiful Tortoiseshell, Maisie was adopted in March 2020 - below is an update from her Mum: "Just giving a little update on Maisie, who I adopted earlier this year. She is going amazingly, she has so much personality and I just adore her. Shes getting along so well with her dog sister who recently was away for a couple of weeks for surgery, and Maisie missed her so much. Theyre the cutest pair! ... Im so lucky to have been given the opportunity to give such an amazing kitty a forever home ... thank you!".

03.01.2022 Our very own cat foster carer, Jo-Anne, and her foster and now adopted ginger boy, Ben, star in this wonderful and very important message regarding the importance of catios and cat enclosures to keep your cats and our wildlife safe! https://www.abc.net.au//catio-protects-western-ri/12440316

02.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Belle & Theo have completed their adoption trial period and are now officially adopted We wish Belle & Theo and their new furmily all the very best

02.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Elsa has completed her adoption trial period and is now officially adopted! We wish Elsa and her new Dad all the very best :)

01.01.2022 ADOPTION NEWS Nahla has completed her adoption trial period and is now officially adopted We wish Nahla and her new furmily all the very best

01.01.2022 Socialisation - not just about meeting other dogs... Positive experiences with experienced handlers help our SAFE foster dogs cope with new things in the future.