Are You My New Playpal?
Name: Boof Breed: Greyhound Age: 2 Years 7 Months 2 Weeks Gender: Male Tag Number: 105 4928 Animal ID: 223928 Boof is a very friendly guy looking for a loving home to call his own! He is a playful dog that enjoys playing fetch and loves his squeaky toys. He gets on well with other dogs but must meet any potential doggy housemates at the shelter before they can go home together. Boof is best suited to a home with no cats or pocket pets as it is likely he will chase them. He loves his daily walks so those, along with a nice big yard that he can run and play with toys will be great for the times he is full of energy. A lot of the time he is happy to lounge around in the sun taking it easy. His yard must be fully fenced with no holes or gaps to keep him safe for the times he is outside. Boof would be happiest in a home where he is included as part of the family and has access to indoors and outdoors. Greyhounds are gentle natured and loyal dogs who make great companions. A nice big bed or lounge he can sprawl out on will make him very happy for the times he is relaxing at home. Boof is a gentle, social and very affectionate dog who would make a great addition to someone looking for a companion to be a part of the family. Boof is $300 to adopt, and is desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, wormed and health tested. The RSPCA is open six days, closed Wednesdays, for adoptions. For more information please visit: www.rspcansw.org.au or call 9770 7555.
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The Walk That Paw-ses a Nation
Does your dog love to walk? Tick. Does your dog love to meet other dogs? Tick. Then check out RSPCA Million Paws Walk this year on 20 May for a bit of walking and talking. It’s one of the biggest fundraising events for the RSPCA, with thousands of dog lovers and their furry four-legged friends participating in walks held across Australia to raise money for the care of less fortunate animals. There’s also entertainment, stalls and demonstrations to keep you and your furry friends busy. For more detail on where the walks are being held in each state see http://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/
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DOGS ROCK! Poison singer’s new pet range!
Former rocker and Celebrity Apprentice star Bret Michaels has created a new range of pet wear. The Bandanna-loving poison star has designed skull studded bandannas for dogs along with pleather vests and tour bus squeaky toys! Michaels, 49 told Today.com ‘It’s all useable and fun… They all have the Bret Michaels signature touch’. Bret Michaels Pets Rock™ Collection will be available June 18 at PetSmart.com
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Mates for Inmates – An inspiring new campaign
Dog lovers and those who want to make a difference in the lives of women so not fortunate are being invited by Melbourne Citymission to become part of a unique campaign to support a program that matches abandoned dogs that need love and care with female prisoners. Launching May 1, The Mates for Inmates campaign will raise much needed funds for the program which will help women in prison gain employment and assist them to transition back into the community. The program, run in conjunction with Animal Aid, is capable of dramatically reducing re-offending behaviour by giving the women valuable work skills and responsibilities gleaned from training a dog. (Similar programs in the US and Europe saw 98% of participants not re-offending and with 66% returning to employment). Not only good for the women, the program rehabilitates homeless dogs, and increases their adoptability by providing them with training and love. The program will cover all aspects of dog grooming, walking, obedience and health. At the conclusion of the program, the women will have the opportunity to apply for the Certificate 2: Dog Handling which will help them to secure employment on their release. The campaign champion is ‘My Kitchen Rules’ star and veterinarian Carly Cheung. Help support Melbourne Citymission’s Mates for Inmates campaign, by visiting www.matesforinmates.com.au or phoning 1300 364 507 to make a donation or sponsor a dog, or keep up to date with us on Facebook or Twitter. Taking care of pets in the cold weather
Winter brings its share of ills for dogs and the cold weather affects dogs in most of the same ways that it affects their owners. Pets can be struck down with tired muscles and even arthritis. Some dogs are more prone to weight gain during winter because they are generally exercised less. It’s also important to watch the usage of winter toxins like antifreeze or car radiator fluid as these contain ethylene glycol which can cause kidney failure. Follow these top tips from Dr. Lisa Chimes to keep your furry friend in top health this season: - Pets are less active in winter, which can make them prone to weight gain – ensure you monitor their diet and feed them for their ideal body weight. - Signs of arthritis can be worse in the cold weather – help your pet out with gentle daily exercise and physiotherapy at home. - Be careful of antifreeze (often present in radiator fluids) – it causes fatal kidney failure in dogs and cats if ingested. - Pet coats/jackets can be helpful for small dogs and elderly animals that really feel the cold. Plus they look very cute! - Remember that ticks can be present in some areas of Australia all year round, so don’t let your guard down just because it’s winter. Dr Lisa Chimes is a qualified Veterinarian, and well known as the co-presenter of the popular TV show ‘Bondi Vet’. Lisa also treats all manner of small animals ay Sydney’s SASH hospital. Follow Lisa on Twitter
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Playful Omo needs a friend
Name: Omo Breed: Border Collie X Bull Terrier Age: 10 Months 3 Weeks Gender: Male Tag Number: 107 1052 Animal ID: 219589 Omo is a very playful and friendly dog looking for a family who live an active lifestyle that he can be a part of. He is best suited to a home where he is included as part of the family and in daily activities. Omo is a pup and has high energy levels so he will require at least two daily walks along with plenty of interactive playtime such as fetch or other toys. He would benefit from boredom buster toys, such as Kongs, to keep his mind working. Omo already knows how to sit but would benefit from ongoing obedience training with positive reinforcement. He is friendly with play but must meet all members of the family at the shelter before going home together. Omo has been a little boisterous when playing with other dogs at the shelter so he must meet any potentially doggy friends before they can go home together to make sure they will be happy housemates. A large yard with secure 5ft fencing will keep him safe for the times he is outside. Omo is ready to adopt from the RSPCA Yagoona Shelter. He is $300 to adopt, and is desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, wormed and health tested. The RSPCA is open six days, closed Wednesdays, for adoptions. For more information please visit: http://www.rspcansw.org.au/ or call 9770 7555.
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