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Maz is delighted to have Happy at work at Triple M
Posted: August 2024
Maz Compton, the lively Breakfast Host on Triple M Central Coast (NSW), enjoys bringing her furry sidekick, Happy, to Triple M’s pet friendly office.
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Sheila and Sookie find a second chance at love at the perfect time thanks to SAFE Inc
Posted: July 2024
Sheila Markwick is 85 years old, legally blind due to macular degeneration and lives in a pet-friendly retirement village in Exmouth, WA. Sadly, her beloved Jack Russell, Rosie, passed away not too long ago, leaving a profound emptiness in her heart and home.
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Tiny Vet Clinic making big impact on pet community wellbeing
Posted: April 2024
Many people are socially isolated and their pet is their best friend and family member, sharing the most special bond. Sadly, in these tough economic times, many pet owners have to decide between eating or taking their pet to the vet.
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Virgin Australia to be country’s first airline to have pets in cabin flights
Posted: March 2024
Companion Animal Network Australia welcomes Virgin Australia’s announcement to become the country’s first airline to operate flights with pets on board.
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Victoria’s first ever pet census reveals unique insights on ownership, attitudes and experiences
Posted: January 2024
Pet owners across Victoria have shared their unique insights and opinions on pet ownership, attitudes, and experiences in the Allan Labor Government’s first-ever Victorian Pet Census.
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Cherished Pets leader in providing in-home pet care assistance for older people
Posted: November 2023
Cherished Pets provides high quality, in-home pet care assistance for older and disabled pet owners living independently in Victoria.
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Pets encourage residents to socialise at Orana Aged Care
Posted: October 2023
‘It’s the small things that make a difference at Orana Aged Care and Retirement Living in Kingaroy, QLD, with residents enjoying life through music, creative arts, delicious food and the company of resident and visiting therapy pets.’
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