Jun 25, 2026 | Building your skills, Managing & Leading People
A small puncture wound can have significant consequences. Cat bites are often perceived as minor injuries, particularly when the wound appears small and the person involved feels well immediately afterwards. This post is the second in a three-part series examining cat...
Mar 26, 2026 | Building your skills
An animal welfare and body-language perspective. Dog parks are often promoted as a default solution for canine exercise and socialisation. The intention is positive – providing space, freedom, and opportunities for dogs to interact. However, intention alone does not...
Jun 26, 2025 | Building your skills
The incidence of dog bites is increasing worldwide, and it’s not just genetics to blame – dog socialisation and human behaviour also play a part. In Part 1, we discussed the notable increase in dog bites worldwide, including in Australia. This trend is concerning for...
Mar 4, 2021 | Veterinary Clients
Hands up to all who have had clients complain their old cat has become aggressive towards their sweet innocent kitten that is only trying to play? (Did you happen to note the hint of sarcasm there?) When I was in veterinary nursing, this was a common complaint and I...
Sep 8, 2016 | Veterinary Clients
Sensory gardens are a great way to de-stress your dog (& cat!) Sensory Gardens have become quite popular in overseas pet shelters as a way to help de-stress the dogs in their care and the idea is now starting to spark interest here in Australia. Local business...
