Native species return to feral-free area

The negative impact on Australia’s wildlife from introduced predators like cats and foxes is well documented, so a 26-year study led by conservationists from the University of NSW, that first involved the removal of feral animals from a fenced reserve in South Australia, has offered hope areas can undergo positive ecological transformations as native species […]

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Dougie Brockmann and Petbarn partner to help pets

The Petbarn Foundation has launched its 13th annual Tree of Hope Appeal – Australia’s largest pet-related fundraiser – with an ambitious goal of raising $1.8m to support more than 90 animal charities nationwide. This year, the campaign is fronted by “Chief Rescue Officer” Dougie Brockmann, a once-homeless dog who found a new start after being adopted by […]

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Calls for aged care pet access

New national data has again confirmed what most Australians already know: pets matter deeply to people at every stage of life, including in aged care. According to Companion Animal Network Australia’s (Australia CAN or CANA) latest Pet Friendly Aged Care Survey 2025, an overwhelming 96 per cent of Australians believe residents in aged care should be allowed to keep […]

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Keeping our pets safe from ticks this Summer

Claire Jenkins, Founder and CEO of VetChat As the temperature continues to rise across Australia and we move towards the summer months, it’s more than just surfers and beachgoers who become more active. So too does one of our most prolific parasites, the tick. Specifically, between the months of October and March and particularly after […]

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CLINICAL CONNECT 2025 wrap-up

Greencross Clinical Connect 2025 brought veterinary professionals together for collaboration, learning and innovation More than 1,000 veterinary professionals from across Australia gathered at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park, for Greencross Clinical Connect 2025 – a two-day conference celebrating collaboration, clinical excellence, and innovation in animal care. With more than 75 sessions on offer, the program […]

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