Importance of Reptile Expos & Shows

By: Joanne Payne – Animal Care Australia Reptile Representative – Originally published: March 2020 ACE Newsletter. Well show season is upon us! The time of the year when all avid keepers wait patiently for the first expo which signals a couple of months of pure bliss as they peruse the aisles, picking up much needed … Read more

Why do we love to hate vegans?

Why are Vegans so universally maligned and ridiculed? Why do we not see their efforts as commendable, and even aspirational? Surely the diet someone chooses is not worthy of such contempt, whether or not we choose to follow it as well. Yes, Veganism is a diet. Its a diet devoid of animal products, and a … Read more

Behavioural testing of dogs, are we setting them up to fail?

In recent times there has been numerous stories around the temperament testing of dogs for re-homing, in recent weeks we have been alerted to the story of Franklin a greyhound who unfortunately found his way to a Victorian shelter after his owner was no longer able to care for him, there were offers from a … Read more

Select Committee Inquiry into Animal Cruelty

On Thursday 13th February 2020, Michael Donnelly (President) and Sam, Davis (Vice President) appeared as witnesses to provide testimony to the Select Committee on Animal Cruelty Laws in New South. Wales. This is the first time Animal Care Australia has received such high acknowledgement and recognition. In their opening statement the representatives from the Pet … Read more

Right to Farm Bill 2019 – New South Wales

Animal Care Australia supports continual improvements in animal welfare. Trespassing and stealing animals does not result in improved animal welfare. For the good of all animals and support of farmers, these actions that are in other circumstances considered illegal should be discouraged and the offenders appropriately penalised. This is why Animal Care Australia has responded … Read more

Victorian Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Draft 2019

ACA responded to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Draft 2019 in Victoria, Changes proposed cover a broad spectrum of dealing with pests species. The proposes include changes to trapping, fruit-netting, the use of electronic devices, transporting animals and much more. We’ll keep you updated on the outcome of the Inquiry through ‘ACE’ – our … Read more