While the federal government is offering more protection to some Australian species due to the impacts of bushfires, AVEA is calling on the government to address the cause of those fires by strengthening Australia’s environment law. With parts of Australia already experiencing bushfires ahead of summer, the federal government has, this week, given 25 species
Listen to volunteers Dr Ron Glanville, former Chief Veterinary Officer for Queensland, and Dr Michelle Marquandt, veterinarian in the Blue Mountains, to talk about the effect of climate change on animals Ron draws on his experience to talk about increase of vector-borne diseases and the impact of extreme weather events on livestock. And Michelle shares
Listen to volunteers Dr Ron Glanville, former Chief Veterinary Officer for Queensland, and Dr Michelle Marquandt, veterinarian in the Blue Mountains, to talk about the effect of climate change on animals Ron draws on his experience to talk about increase of vector-borne diseases and the impact of extreme weather events on livestock. And Michelle shares
24th October 2023 is International Day of Climate Action, and AVEA is urging vets, vet nurses and other animal care professionals to considers ways that they can step us as powerful advocates for action on climate change, and help us protect the animals we all love. Every day vets advocate for the health and welfare
24th October 2023 is International Day of Climate Action, and AVEA is urging vets, vet nurses and other animal care professionals to considers ways that they can step us as powerful advocates for action on climate change, and help us protect the animals we all love. Every day vets advocate for the health and welfare
Our Rural & Regional Lead Dr Elise Anderson spoke with the Guardian this week about pets and climate change. Dr Anderson spoke about the carbon footprint of pets but also provided tips on how to reduce this, including through insect-based protein. Dr Anderson also suggests pet owners leverage what are often long-standing relationships with their
Our Rural & Regional Lead Dr Elise Anderson spoke with the Guardian this week about pets and climate change. Dr Anderson spoke about the carbon footprint of pets but also provided tips on how to reduce this, including through insect-based protein. Dr Anderson also suggests pet owners leverage what are often long-standing relationships with their
Volunteer member of AVEA, Dr Michelle Marquardt was recently published in The Canberra Times on 3 September, answering the question for Ask Fuzzy, "Do birds pant like dogs?": Think of a dog on a hot summer’s day. Chances are your mind’s eye will see a big pink tongue lolling, busily moving air to generate some
Volunteer member of AVEA, Dr Michelle Marquardt was recently published in The Canberra Times on 3 September, answering the question for Ask Fuzzy, “Do birds pant like dogs?”: Think of a dog on a hot summer’s day. Chances are your mind’s eye will see a big pink tongue lolling, busily moving air to generate some
Dr Sam Phelan, AVEA Spokes and NT vet and parent, spoke with The Wire on Melbourne’s Community Radio station 3ZZZ on Tuesday, 8 August. Dr Phelan talked about the impact of the Middle Arm Precinct development on the people and animals of the NT, and the impact of the changing climate on our animals. You
