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During National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, biotech company PharmAust puts the call out for canines to help evaluate a new anti-cancer drug shown to be safe and effective in preliminary trials. The compassionate use program is a prelude to a multi-institutional canine...

1 in 4 people across the globe will at some point in their lives suffer from a mental or neurological disorder. Closer to home that figure is said to be around 45% of the total Australian population.  Whether suffering short or long term; the most common trigger for...

The PIAA 2 major awards were presented at the PIAA Annual Dinner in conjunction with AusPet 2017 on Friday October 20. The PIAA/Petplan Kevin Pakes Perpetual Achievement Award is awarded in recognition of service to and achievement in the Australian Pet Industry over...

This time of year, marks the beginning of a rise in snake bites in animals as the warmer weather and dryer conditions put an end to their winter hibernation. As the weather continues to warm up, the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is encouraging animal owners...

G2Z Summit 2017 will concentrate on the largest population of incoming animals to any pound and shelter in Australia – those that are lost and stray. Research shows that 86% of dog intake is through strays, with a 46% reclaim rate. Stray cats made up 81% of the total...

Arthritis is a human condition that our furry friends sadly also suffer from, especially as they grow older. Hosted by Australian Small Animal Veterinarians (ASAV), a special interest group of the Australian Veterinary Association, the FASAVA Congress is for...

  August is Pet Dental Health Month and pet owners are being encouraged to speak to their veterinarian about what they can do to ensure their pet maintains good oral health. Dental disease is common in Australian pets. If left untreated, it can be painful and...

Do our dogs really love us? Are they our slaves or are we theirs? These are just some of the questions raised by award-winning filmmaker Gillian Leahy in her newest documentary, BAXTER AND ME.  As searching and thought provoking as a dog’s soulful gaze, the film will...

Whether you make a living breeding, selling or caring for dogs, or your family pet has unplanned pups that need good homes, chances are you’re passionate about your animals. While most of us put our furry friends first, a small number of unethical dog breeders are...