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A Thrilling Journey with Adventure Dog

As Running With Dogs Australia gears up for Adventure Dog, we chatted with Natalie, the Founder of Running With Dogs Australia, to delve into what makes this event truly special. Natalie shared that Adventure Dog was a natural choice for their fundraising activity, as...

Feline Vaccine Shortage FAQs

We’re currently navigating a nationwide shortage of the Feline F4 vaccine, an essential part of every cat’s healthcare that shields them against several serious infections. Unfortunately this has resulted in a health concern within our shelter, as incoming cats with...

Leptospirosis in dogs

Many of us will have heard about the recent reports in the media of cases of leptospirosis identified in dogs in Melbourne. Leptospirosis is not a common disease in Melbourne so you likely have a few questions. Hopefully this article will help to answer your questions...

Pet Loss Grief

Losing a beloved pet can be incredibly challenging. In Australia, where a majority of households own pets, the loss of a pet is a common experience that can cause significant grief and emotional distress. The loss of a pet can be particularly difficult because of the...

Aaron and Brandy – Adventure Dog

Are you ready to unleash your inner adventurer and help homeless canines in need? Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 2nd, 2023, and join us at Adventure Dog, Australia’s largest cross-country human and canine challenge! We have fun in store for competitors...

Fireworks tips for stressed dogs

Lots of pet owners worry about the impact of fireworks noise on their pets. Animal Aid Trainer Shelby Thorn shares her tips so you can enjoy the New Year’s Eve celebrations with your pet. “One of the biggest triggers for dogs with fireworks is obviously the noise...

Christmas food and pancreatitis

As the Christmas season winds down, we all enjoy using up the leftover festive food! While these foods are a nice indulgence for us they are not so good for our pets. “Fatty, high calorie food, such as the fatty part of the Christmas ham, can pose a dangerous risk to...

Dog Enrichment

Enrichment is providing animals with environmental stimuli that satisfy their instincts, which promotes physical, psychological, and emotional well-being. Our Animal Aid Dog Behaviourist Georgia is passionate about enrichment for dogs, noting that a dog’s...