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CANA partner Lifeview wins special award for protecting human animal bond
Posted: October 2023
Companion Animal Network Australia (CANA) congratulates our partner Lifeview for being a joint recipient of the inaugural Bob Harvey Award presented by the Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS).
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Rescue dogs taking over aged care homes Australia-wide
Posted: August 2023
Australian based animal welfare charity Pound Paws and BUPA Aged Care have joined forces in an inspiring partnership aimed at bringing together rescue pets and older individuals residing in aged care facilities across Australia.
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How to keep your cat contained safely and happily at home
Posted: September 2021
There are various ways to ensure your cat is living its best life.
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CANA member volunteers amongst finalists in the 2021 Rescue Awards
Posted: September 2021
Companion Animal Network Australia (CANA) congratulates the 2021 finalists of the Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards
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Free Desexing for cats and dogs of vulnerable Victorians
Posted: September 2021
The Victorian Government is supporting local councils and not-for-profit organisations to desex thousands of cats and dogs owned by vulnerable Victorians at little or no cost.
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New research finds link between human happiness and animal health
Posted: September 2021
It’s no secret that a wagging tail can put a smile on just about anyone’s face, but little has been known until now about how truly impactful the state of our dogs’ wellbeing is on our own health and happiness
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Pet therapy dogs supporting frontline healthcare workers during pandemic
Posted: September 2021
Our Victorian member Lort Smith Animal Hospital’s pet therapy volunteers and dogs are helping the mental health of frontline healthcare workers by sharing the canine love
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