Why is it important to vaccinate my horse against Hendra virus?
There are three important reasons to vaccinate your horse against Hendra virus. First, vaccination reduces the risk of your horse...
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Do flying foxes pose a disease risk to my horse?
At certain times of the year (generally September to November for black and grey flying foxes, and April to May... -
What is Hendra virus?
Hendra virus (HeV) occurs naturally in flying foxes where it appears to cause little or no signs of illness. For... -
Can humans and animals transmit diseases to each other?
There are specific infections that can be transmitted from animals to humans which may cause disease; these are known as... -
What is Leptospirosis?
Leptospirosis is a disease caused by infection with a kind of bacteria called Leptospira. Leptospirosis can cause kidney failure and... -
Is mange in wombats a serious welfare issue?
Mange is a parasitic skin infestation which, if left untreated, can cause crusting, bleeding and intense irritation. In wombats and... -
How can I prepare for COVID-19 self-isolation so that my pets and I stay safe?
There are a number of ways you can prepare for COVID-19 self-isolation so you and your pets stay safe. The... -
What do I need to do if I or a close contact contracts COVID-19 to keep us and our pets safe?
There are a number of ways you can prepare for the possibility that you or a close contact will contract... -
What do I need to prepare for my pets in case I require hospitalisation due to COVID-19?
There are a number of ways you can prepare for the possibility that you require hospitalisation due to COVID-19. There... -
What should I do to keep myself, my pets, and others safe while practising social distancing?
The human-animal bond people share with their companion animals is very important and can provide much needed support, comfort and companionship to... -
Can I leave my home to care for animals during the COVID-19 pandemic?
It is your responsibility to protect the welfare of animals in your care at all times. You have a legal... -
How should I look after my backyard hens during the COVID-19 pandemic?
It is your responsibility to protect the welfare of any animal in your care at all times. Not only does... -
How can I ensure my horses welfare during COVID-19 restrictions?
During COVID-19 restrictions, you will need to continue to care for your horses while maintaining social distancing and minimising travel.... -
Can people infect pets with the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)?
There is some evidence that cats, dogs, hamsters and ferrets are vulnerable to being infected with SARS-CoV-2 from close contact... -
What information do we have about the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and domestic animals?
It appears that it is rare for domestic animals to become naturally infected with SARS-CoV-2; they are not naturally infected... -
Do domestic animals spread novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19)?
There is no evidence that domestic animals can transmit the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) to people or that... -
What are animal welfare and public health concerns associated with ‘wet markets’?
‘Wet markets’ have individual stalls selling fresh food, similar to a farmers’ market. This may be under cover or in... -
What is Ehrlichiosis?
Ehrlichiosis is a disease primarily affecting dogs that is spread by the brown dog tick. This disease can be fatal...