The public has become increasingly interested in the welfare of food animals, but the food animal industries possess few mechanisms for public engagement. Here we present results from a web-based forum designed to allow stakeholders to share views on controversial issues in dairying. In response to the question “Should dairy calves be separated from the […]
Continue ReadingA Sydney University study has exposed a loophole in whipping rules which may inadvertently encourage jockeys to use a whip in a way that causes more harm. The study, published in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior, analysed both forehand and backhand whipstrikes of jockeys in Victoria. Under the Australian Racing Board’s Rules of Racing, […]
Continue ReadingThe profession is mourning the loss of John Holt, an Australian veterinarian credited by many as the man who put small animal practice on the map. John graduated from Sydney University in 1954. After a brief stint as a cattle vet and a brief career in industry, John purchased St George Animal Hospital (SGAH) from […]
Continue ReadingThe World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) has recently developed an exciting new platform for professionals in the animal welfare field around the globe to network, collaborate and share information on animal welfare. Powered by WSPA, Animal Mosaic is the ‘one-stop-shop’ for animal welfare resources. Animal Mosaic has sections on current animal welfare […]
Continue ReadingI started my veterinary nursing career at a relatively late when compared with most nurses. In 2006 at 31 years of age, I decided that I wanted a career that would make a difference. I thought being a human nurse would be the way to go. My partner said, “Don’t be a nurse, be a […]
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