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Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency. Seek veterinary attention immediately. Heatstroke involves potentially life-threatening elevations in body temperature (hyperthermia). Heatstroke is...

Desexing cats before they can reproduce plays an integral role in reducing cat overpopulation and there are also many health...

There are a number of important factors to be aware of when considering transporting your companion animal (pet) by air,...

The information presented here is not intended to be relied on for legal advice and you should seek advice from...

Chocolate contains cocoa, and cocoa contains the compound theobromine. Theobromine is toxic to dogs and other animals at certain doses....

‘Bird flu’ is the common name for avian influenza (AI). It is a highly contagious virus and potentially zoonotic disease...

Chickens grown for meat production are genetically very different from layer hens bred to produce eggs. Meat chickens have been...

In the past, native animals could not be kept as companion animals unless a government permit was issued. However, over...

This article is also available for download as a PDF: RSPCA Humane killing of crustaceans [Note: This information is under...

An abattoir is a facility that slaughters animals to produce meat and meat products for human consumption. A poultry processor...

Pronged collars (also known as a pinch or constriction collar) are illegal to import into Australia but are only illegal...

Pronged collars (also known as a pinch or constriction collar) are made of metal and are designed to tighten around...

Ehrlichiosis is a disease primarily affecting dogs that is spread by the brown dog tick. This disease can be fatal...

In recreational duck and quail hunting people use a shotgun to shoot the birds; this causes inevitable pain and suffering...

Animal hoarding, although recognised by human and animal services, is generally poorly understood in terms of its prevalence, causes, influencing...

One of the most important skills your dog needs to learn is “recall” – coming to you when you call....

If you suspect that your pet is ill from eating pet food or treats, contact your veterinarian and report the...

The need and right to whip racehorses merely for sport and wagering is being increasingly questioned by the community due...

A knackery is a facility where animals are killed for pet food or the making of animal by-products used in...

When you are out and about with your dog, or even just on your own, sometimes a situation arises where...