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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...

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....

Avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily affects birds but can also pose...

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...

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

This article provides a summary of the key problems associated with the horse racing industry that need to be resolved...

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 illegal to import into Australia but are only illegal...

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....

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...

Adopting or purchasing a new pet is a very exciting time for both owner and pet alike as it marks...

The way in which crocodiles are farmed for skins and meat results in a number of welfare concerns including confinement,...

Stabling horses may be convenient in some situations, but it is generally not good for horses. Horses are social, herd...