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Do we breed companion
animals ethically? On Monday March 24, the Faculty of Veterinary Science is
hosting its 4th Robert Dixon Memorial Symposium from 3.30-5pm.
Registration is free but you do need to RSVP.
The question will be
approached by a panel of experts including Dr Linda Beer (vet and dog breeder),
Dr Andrew Cornwell (NSW MP, Chair of the NSW Companion Animal Taskforce), Ms
Maryann Dalton (Pet Industry Association of Australia executive officer), Dr
Karen Hedberg (vet, breeder, judge and Chair of the Canine Health and Wellbeing
Committee), Bidda Jones (RSPCA Australia Chief Scientist), Professor Richard
Malik (small animal specialist) and Professor Claire Wade (geneticist).
You can sign up here.
Grooming is not something
we should consider a treat for pampered pets: it is critical in maintaining the
health and wellbeing of small animals. If you have worked in a shelter you may
have encountered a case similar to this one, posted by the Quebec Society for
the Protection of Animals. Knots and matts in fur are painful and restrict
movement. (This story contains some upsetting images but has a really happy
ending).
Here’s the best reason I’veever seen for taking up knitting: creating jumpers for penguins. Not for the
sake of making them appear cute, although that is a happy side effect: they
help prevent penguins affected by oil pollution from preening and swallowing
the oil.
If you’re considering
joining twitter, but think it’s just for people who want to troll celebrities
or experience their 140 characters of fame on QandA, this brief slideshow might convince you
otherwise.
