Australian Pet Care Association

10/10/2022

❗️Doggie Flu Season❗️
OCT 2022
The APCA has recently had multiple reports of Canine Cough in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay Regions. Dogs who are vaccinated usually recover quickly, but there are a number of things for pet owners to be aware of.

Canine Cough lives in our communities at all times, and is an airborne virus which is spread among dogs anywhere that they gather. Since the beginning of COVID, families are spending more time than ever before with their fur kids, which we think is fantastic!

But it does mean that dogs are going on more outings, accompanying their families on weekend trips, going for walks, dog parks, dog classes or doggie functions, which is likely to mean an increased chance of your dog catching Canine Cough or other airborne viruses.

Always ensure that your furkid is kept up to date with their Canine Cough vaccination, and be sure to keep them home if they seem unwell. Whilst the vaccine will not stop them from getting the virus, it will greatly reduce the severity of it and help them recover as quickly as possible.

If your pet is due to stay at a pet resort or boarding kennel for a holiday, we recommend that you refrain from taking them to your local dog park for the 2 weeks leading up to their stay. This will help reduce the risk of them being exposed to Canine Cough and will ensure that they don’t take it into those facilities to spread to their doggie friends during their holiday. Remember, there is no way to know which dogs are vaccinated when playing at a dog park, or if there is a dog there who is contagious and non-symptomatic that that stage.

The more awareness and understanding in our communities, the faster a community outbreak can be reduced, so stay vigilant and seek treatment if your furkid seems unwell.
https://australianpetcareassociation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Factsheet_CanineCough_2021.pdf

04/01/2022

❗️ Doggie Flu Season ❗️
The APCA has recently had multiple reports of Canine Cough in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay Regions. Dogs who are vaccinated usually recover quickly, but there are a number of things for pet owners to be aware of.

Canine Cough lives in our communities at all times, and is an airborne virus which is spread among dogs anywhere that they gather. Since the beginning of COVID, families are spending more time than ever before with their fur kids, which we think is fantastic! But it does mean that dogs are going on more outings, accompanying their families on weekend trips, going for walks, dog parks, dog classes or doggie functions, which is likely to mean an increased chance of your dog catching Canine Cough.

Always ensure that your furkid is kept up to date with their Canine Cough vaccination, and be sure to keep them home if they seem unwell. Whilst the vaccine will not stop them from getting the virus, it will greatly reduce the severity of it and help them recover as quickly as possible.

If your pet is due to stay at a pet resort or boarding kennel for a holiday, we recommend that you refrain from taking them to your local dog park for the 2 weeks leading up to their stay. This will help reduce the risk of them being exposed to Canine Cough and will ensure that they don’t take it into those facilities to spread to their doggie friends during their holiday. Remember, there is no way to know which dogs are vaccinated when playing at a dog park, or if there is a dog there who is contagious and non-symptomatic that that stage.

The more awareness and understanding in our communities, the faster a community outbreak can be reduced, so stay vigilant and seek treatment if your furkid seems unwell.

https://australianpetcareassociation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Factsheet_CanineCough_2021.pdf

28/06/2021

❗️ Cat Flu Notice SE Qld ❗️
The Australian Pet Care Association has been notified of several Cat Flu cases circulating the South East Qld area currently. Cats who are vaccinated usually recover quickly, so it is important to ensure all cats have a current vacciantion prior to boarding.

NOTE that being vaccinated does not prevent a cat from catching Cat Flu, but does help their recovery. Cat Flu, like most viruses, is often seasonal and no amount of cleaning or sanitisation can prevent a pet from becoming infected with an airborne virus.

If you cat is unwell, they must not board in a Cattery until fully recovered. The more awareness and understanding in our communities, the faster a community outbreak can be reduced. Read more about Cat Flu here 👇
https://www.australianpetcareassociation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Cat-Flu_2021_Final.pdf

14/05/2021

❗️Doggie Flu Season ❗️
The APCA has recently had multiple reports of Canine Cough in the South Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. Dogs who are vaccinated usually recover quickly, but there are a number of things for pet owners to be aware of.

Canine Cough lives in our communities at all times, and is an airborne virus which is spread among dogs anywhere that they gather. Since the beginning of COVID, families are spending more time than ever before with their fur kids, which we think is fantastic! But it does mean that dogs are going on more outings, accompanying their families on weekend trips, going for walks, dog parks, dog classes or doggie functions, which is likely to mean an increased chance of your dog catching Canine Cough.

Always ensure that your furkid is kept up to date with their Canine Cough vaccination, and be sure to keep them home if they seem unwell. Whilst the vaccine will not stop them from getting the virus, it will greatly reduce the severity of it and help them recover as quickly as possible.

If your pet is due to stay at a pet resort or boarding kennel for a holiday, we recommend that you refrain from taking them to your local dog park for the 2 weeks leading up to their stay. This will help reduce the risk of them being exposed to Canine Cough and will ensure that they don’t take it into those facilities to spread to their doggie friends during their holiday. Remember, there is no way to know which dogs are vaccinated when playing at a dog park, or if there is a dog there who is contagious and non-symptomatic that that stage.

The more awareness and understanding in our communities, the faster a community outbreak can be reduced, so stay vigilant and seek treatment if your furkid seems unwell.
https://www.australianpetcareassociation.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Factsheet_CanineCough_2021.pdf

18/11/2020

❗️ IMPORTANT NOTICE:
It has come to our attention that our industry is facing proposed legislative changes in State Laws.

These changes have real potential to change the way that pet care professionals operate in Australia. Whilst we all agree that Animal Welfare is an important issue, these changes will have significant impacts to our industry.

Our Committee has been actively monitoring these changes since early 2020, and has been working with other Associations and Groups to ensure that industry professionals with a commercial interest are properly consulted as part of these legislative changes.

As a brief overview, the changes in progress that require our attention are:
1. Amendments to POCTAA in NSW - The Animal Justice Party announced amendments to POCTAA in NSW raising the penalties, fines, and sentences for all acts of animal cruelty. If you wish to read about this, you can find the information at the following link: https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/bills/Pages/bill-details.aspx?pk=3820

2. Directions Paper - Animal Welfare Victoria has a Directions Papers on their website with regards to the creation of a New Animal Welfare Act. The new Act could potentially see changes ensue for the current Regulations and Codes of Practice, including the addition or change in mandatory aspects of the Codes of Practice.

If you would like to read the Directions Papers for yourself then please visit:
https://engage.vic.gov.au/new-animal-welfare-act-victoria

3. New South Wales - The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries has recently closed a survey / submission opportunity with regards to their Issue Papers for Animal Welfare Reform. There will be an opportunity to consult on the proposal when they open the next stage.

🐾 What can you do to help?
Our goal is to have a strong voice, supported by a large membership base in order to have proper consultation with parliament. This, therefore, is the time to unite together and we have a membership level for everyone.

Join us by going to the link below and select the best membership option for you. 👇
https://www.australianpetcareassociation.com.au/membership/application/

Kind Regards,

Kylie Mackay
Secretary - Australian Pet Care Association
[email protected]
www.australianpetcareassociation.com.au

16/11/2020

Membership Application - Australian Pet Care Association INC

To everyone coming across from the Pet Care Advocate Group, welcome! to continue to receive updates through our mailing list, you will need to join as a member of the Australian Pet Care Association. There is a membership type for everyone!
Head to https://www.australianpetcareassociation.com.au/membership/application/ and select the best option for you. 🐾🐾

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