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What are the benefits of companion animals to human …

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What are the Five Domains of Animal Welfare

WEBThe Five Domains explores the mental state of an animal in detail and acknowledges that for every physical aspect that is affected, there may be an accompanying emotion or …

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What is good animal welfare

WEBThe RSPCA considers that the welfare of an animal includes both physical and mental states. Ensuring good animal welfare goes beyond preventing pain, suffering or distress …

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The health benefits of desexing your pets RSPCA Australia

WEBReducing the desire to roam also reduces the risk of being injured in a fight or a traumatic accident such as being hit by a car. · PREVENT UNWANTED LITTERS: …

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The importance of regular vet checks for your pet

WEBBy making regular visits to your vet as part of your routine pet care, you increase the chances that any problems can be identified early and quickly. This means …

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What are the health and welfare issues associated with …

WEBSome of these health problems include difficulty breathing, eye and skin problems, dental problems and trouble eating. The RSPCA is opposed to the selective breeding of …

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What vaccinations should my cat receive

WEBThis allows any health concerns that your cat may have to be addressed as early as possible, giving your cat the best chance possible to be healthy and comfortable. The …

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How should I care for my ferrets

WEBPet ferrets require annual health checks and preventative health care as much as any other pet. Considered geriatric by four years of age, ferrets need regular check-ups with …

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What are common health problems in guinea pigs

WEBStress, diet, and health need to be managed at the same time. Your guinea pig vet is the best person to assist and advise you on both the mite problem and ongoing …

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What should I feed my cat

WEBThe basis of your cat’s diet should be a high quality balanced premium commercial cat food that is appropriate for their life stage and health status . By reading the label, you can …

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What is Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS)

WEBBrachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is a breed-related disorder that means affected animals cannot breathe normally and this significantly compromises …

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What is animal hoarding and why is it harmful to animals

WEBAnimal hoarding can be described as where an individual keeps a large number of animals but fails to provide adequate care and fails to recognise the suffering of the animals due …

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How can I tell if my reptile is sick

WEBAn annual health check is a great idea to ensure your reptile is healthy and behaving normally. During an annual health check your reptile vet will talk to you about your pet, …

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How should I care for my guinea pigs

WEBProvide clean, fresh uncontaminated drinking water and change frequently. Some guinea pigs can be trained to use a water bottle, which prevents faecal …

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What does a healthy bird look like

WEBThings to look out for include: Wing droop. Lameness. Breathing through an open mouth or with exaggerated body movements (unless the bird has only just been caught; even then …

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What do I need to know about Brachycephalic dogs

WEBBrachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is a breed related disorder commonly seen in dogs, which results in breathing difficulties and significant compromise to their …

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How should I care for my goldfish

WEBWeekly partial water changes of 10 to 25% of the tank water are recommended combined with a gravel clean to remove waste and to help your goldfish …

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What animal welfare problems are associated with dog breeding

WEBUnfortunately, this primary focus on appearance often causes a number of health and welfare problems. Exaggerated physical features. Each pedigree breed has a ‘breed …

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How should I care for my lorikeet

WEBYour lorikeet should visit the vet at least once a year for a health check; this is the equivalent of us visiting the doctor once every 10 years! Birds are experts at hiding or …

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What are the animal welfare issues with feedlots for cattle

WEBDrainage – To avoid foot problems, including lameness, good drainage and a suitable hard standing area are important. Muddy conditions can cause muddy coats which interferes …

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How should I care for my turtles

WEBThe basking area needs a temperature around 28-34 degrees. As they are diurnal (active during the day), they will need at least 12 hours of light daily. They are very reliant on …

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How do I safely handle my reptile

WEBAlways place them in a safe, comfortable, and secure container for everybody’s safety. Many different containers are used to transport reptiles including bags, pillow slips, …

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