animal welfare
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Pet owners urged to desex cats
More than 650 animals were rescued last year by a western suburbs-based organisation. The founder of Western Suburbs Cat and Kitten Rescue, Nathan Miles, said…
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Moorabool residents nurse mistreated horses
Moorabool volunteers are rehabilitating some of the 100 malnourished horses rescued from an Ararat property in February. Gordon-based Horse Shepherd Equine Sanctuary is taking care…
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Cat loses leg in illegal trap
Moorabool council is investigating after a Bacchus Marsh cat was caught in an illegal steel trap and had one of its legs amputated. Sebby went…
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Moment’s paws for animal welfare
Take a moment’s paws this month and think about the thousands of animals subject to cruelty. And in May, take out your running shoes, prepare…
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Melton council to trial free snake removals
Melton council will trial a free snake removal program following calls from concerned residents. Councillors unanimously voted in favour of the five-month trial at last…
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Lonely pets need a home
Moorabool families are being asked to open their hearts and homes to an orphaned animal this month. PetRescue will visit PETstock Bacchus Marsh this weekend to…
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Rockbank dog breeder fears dogs will be stolen
A Rockbank woman says she never leaves her home for fear her eight English Staffordshire pups will be stolen and used for illegal dog fighting.…
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A month to tick off
Climate change and interstate holidays are thought to have brought the Australian parasite tick to Melbourne’s doorsteps, leading to this month being dubbed ‘Ticktember’ for…
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Saving Bandicoots near Balliang
Conservation work is making a difference at Mt Rothwell, near Balliang, where Catchment Management Authority staff and volunteers have saved more than three times the…
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