Companion Animal Rescue Awards 2021 Winners revealed
Outstanding pet shelters, rescue groups, and volunteers from coast to coast receive the recognition they deserve In another year that has been very challenging for rescue groups and animal shelters across the country, the Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal...
Avoid puppy scams in Australia
Companion Animal Network Australia shines the light on puppy scams that are breaking hearts Leading animal welfare charity Companion Animal Network Australia (CANA) has partnered with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) during Scams Awareness...
Second Chance Animal Rescue Howloween fundraiser
Howl-o-ween gone to the dogs (and cats) Second Chance Animal Rescue in Melbourne is one of our amazing past Rescue Awards winners for the Outstanding Animal Shelter award category. This Halloween or rather we like to call it 'Howl-o-ween', this great organisation has...
New War Animals Memorial unveiled
New War Animals Memorial unveiled On the 11th of September every year, a service takes place in the small town of Fréthun (on the outskirts of Calais, France) to commemorate all those who have served under the NATO flag. Whilst not strictly part of NATO, Australia...
Springtime safety tips for pets
PETstock VET Dr Natalia Li shares springtime safety tips for pets To help pet owners navigate the change in season, Dr Natalia Li from PETstock has compiled a helpful guide of springtime safety tips for pets to keep our pets happy and safe this season including...
Winter pet tips from NSW government
Easy winter pet tips for colder weather Dr Kim Filmer, Chief Animal Welfare Officer for the NSW Department of Primary Industries shares her winter pet tips to keep your furry friend warm and healthy. It may seem obvious, but winter is a good time to double-check that...
Dr Anne Quain tips to improve pet, vet, and pet-owner care during lockdown
Given the extended lockdown and tighter restrictions in Greater Sydney and parts of NSW, most vet clinics are moving to low or no contact visits. While you can still take your pet to the vet, the experience may be a little different to what you’re used to. To ensure...
Greysland Sensory gardens Open Day
On 30 May 2021 Greyhound Rescue’s Rehabilitation and Rehoming centre at Bargo, NSW officially opened ‘Greysland’. Nat Panzarino, Greyhound Rescue’s President, explains: “These unique gardens are a major component in enabling Greyhound Rescue’s staff and volunteers to...
Future Vet Kids Camp in Brisbane
Future Vet Kids Camp celebrates long-awaited launch in Brisbane Register now for HQ Brisbane or Virtual Online Camp for animal loving kids! Queensland animal loving kids are celebrating the long-awaited launch of Australia’s favourite veterinary inspired camp Future...
Celebrate volunteers in rescues and shelters this National Volunteer Week
Celebrating National Volunteer Week 17 – 23 May 2021 During Australia's largest annual celebration of volunteers, the Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards recognises and applauds the hardworking volunteers and rescue organisations that help save...
Positively ageing with pets
What happens to your pet if you have a crisis? Positively ageing with pets can be wonderful and with a bit of planning, you can have peace of mind knowing your beloved companion animal is being looked after well while you are in hospital or experiencing another...
Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards 2021 launches
Shining the light on pet shelters, rescues, and ordinary people saving lives Open for entries 3 May to 31 July 2021 SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: 3 May 2021: Coronavirus isolation led to a surge in pet adoptions over the past year, saving thousands of animal lives. The...
