Gypsy Ju ~ Keeping her Eye on Melbourne!

ID PET!

2013-10-12T20:49:00.001+11:00

http://www.idpet.com.au/

Thank you to IdPet for sending us a lovely, colourful gift to brighten our day!

Yummy homemade treats from IdPet

IdPet specialises in personalised products and accessories for pets and all of their products are prints and designed right here in Melbourne!

Gypsy saying thank you for her treat from IdPet

The products are unique, contemporary and most importantly, fun! They believe pets have a personality to share (we agree too!) so they have developed products to communicate their individuality.

Poppet saying thank you for her treat from IdPet

Their unique ID tags and leads are popular with pet owners who can include their contact details and any medical conditions of pets should they get lost.

Our personalised tag!

Here are some of our favourite items!

Halloween theme toys!

Personalised collars in colourful, cool designs!

Sporting team colours on leads! Go Hawthorn!

More gorgeous personalised designs. Love this water bowl!

Add your furry family member's photo to a placemat. Great to put down on floorboards and tiles.

Santa Claus is coming! He's not very far away!

Start stocking up on cute Christmas toys!

Dog Lovers Show ~Carlton

2013-04-28T09:50:00.000+10:00

Royal Exhibition Building

9 Nicholson Street, Carlton, Melbourne

Friday 3rd May 10am - 5pm

Saturday 4th May 10am - 5pm

Sunday 5th May 10am - 5pm

The Dog Lovers Show will encapsulate the friendship and unconditional love that we share with man's (women's and kids!) best friend.

Our Dogs are not just pets, they are family members. Dogs are loved by world leaders, celebrities and everyday people. They save lives, provide assistance, deter burglars, work the land, star in movies and are an integral part of everyday life.

Dog ownership teaches children responsibility and helps them develop their social and nurturing skills. From providing simple companionship, stress relief, curing loneliness and as a means of social interaction, it is widely accepted that Dogs provide us with extensive benefits. It’s time to celebrate our dogs!

The Dog Lovers Show is a world-first event that will encapsulate the friendship and unconditional love that we share with our self-proclaimed ‘best friends’.

The iconic Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton provides the perfect venue for this ‘Festival of the Pooch’, which will be held from Friday 3 to Sunday 5 May. Event Management International are organising the event and are expecting in excess of 20,000 dog lovers to attend from around Victoria to celebrate them like never before.

Dog lovers will be entertained and educated with a range of interactive opportunities including a Puppy School, Breed Showcase and Rescue Dog Adoption Zone (http://dogloversshow.com.au/rescue-dog-zone/) with a major Dog Art Portrait Competition (The ‘Archie Bark’ Prize), Expert Seminars, high-energy demonstrations in the Main Arena that will WOW visitors, over 200 Exhibitors and loads more! Kids can even get one of their favourite dog breeds painted on their face!

It’s the perfect day out for any dog lover (you don’t even need to own a dog!) as this family-friendly event will not only put a smile on the face of every visitor but ensure they leave with a greater respect and understanding for the pooch in their life. And this in turn will help provide more rewarding relationships.

Founder and Show Director, Jason Humphris, says the Dog Lovers Show goes way beyond the offering of traditional pet expo’s or competition-based dog events – our objective was to create something completely unique that not only celebrated dogs, but acknowledged just how much they contribute to us on a personal level and throughout the community.

“I have lived with and loved dogs all my life and also spent the majority of my career in the event business - so the Dog Lovers Show combines two of my true passions. Australia has one of the highest rates of dog ownership in the world, but there was no event dedicated to this love and our research clearly showed that on the whole, we know very little about these beautiful animals that live with us. So the Show not only offers an incredibly fun day-out experiencing all the amazing talents of our dogs, but will help raise our understanding of them through education. So we look forward to welcoming all the dog lovers out there to the first event” said Humphris.

Tickets
http://dogloversshow.com.au/purchase-tickets/

Discounted tickets are available for advanced online purchases as follows:
• Adults $20
• Kids $8 (5-15 years),
• Pensioners $13
• Family Pass $50 (2 adults, 2 kids)
• Kids under 5 can enter free of charge.

Tickets will also be available on the door.

For further information, please visit the event webpage:

http://dogloversshow.com.au/

RSPCA Million Paws Walk 2013

2013-03-24T08:39:00.003+11:00

The 18th annual RSPCA Million Paws Walk will be held across Australia on Sunday 19 May. Whether you have pets or you just want to have a fun day out, you’re invited to join the walk with thousands of animal lovers and their furry friends. This year the RSPCA needs your help to raise over $497,000 to help support all areas of their work across Victoria including animal shelters, Inspectorate, clinics and adoption centres.

They’re excited to announce if you register to walk on 19 May or fundraise online, you could win a new Mitsubishi Mirage valued at over $16,000. It’s all thanks to their friends at Eastside Mitsubishi.

There is a walk for everyone with 17 different walk locations across Victoria. So slip on your walking shoes, get as many of your friends involved as possible, and come and enjoy a great day out!

Explore the Million Paws Walk website to purchase tickets, check out our fabulous merchandise and start fundraising.

Website: www.millionpawswalk.com.au

Pets in the Park ~ Brimbank Council

2013-03-09T09:38:00.000+11:00

Sunday 17 March 2013

Station Road Deer Park Victoria 3023

10am - 2pm

http://www.brimbank.vic.gov.au/Events_and_Activities/Brimbank_Pet_Expo

Pets in the Park, Brimbank’s annual Pet Expo for pet owners and animal lovers attracts some 2,000 visitors annually. It will feature microchipping at discounted prices, pet registration, dog agility demonstrations and a bevy of stalls with products, services and information for responsible pet owners. Four Paws K9 Training from Keilor Downs will be on hand to offer handy tips on how to modify dog behaviours such as barking, lunging, aggression and other problem behaviours.

Registration of all cats and dogs over three months old is compulsory under the Victorian Domestic Animals Act and since 2007, newly registered cats and dogs must also be microchipped and de-sexed. Microchipping ensures a speedy reunion with lost pets.

De-sexed and microchipped pets can be registered on the day at no charge, provided owners can provide evidence of microchipping and de-sexing. There's also pet grooming, demonstrations on how to safely greet a dog and Wicked Wildlife will be there with a selection of their extensive collection featuring over 100 Australian Animals. Get up close and personal with a whole posse of cute and fuzzies including possums, wombats and wallabies and the occasional croc!

Pets in the Park is also a fun, family-orientated event with lots of fun activities at no charge to keep kids amused including a giant jumping castle, an animal farm, face painting with Busy Fingers, plaster painting, great give-aways and more. Don't miss it.

Please note: All dogs must be on leashes and all cats in carry cages.

For more information about ‘Pets in the Park’, contact the Council’s City Compliance Department on 9249 4826.

Dog's Life Jan/Feb Issue

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Hunky Dory ~ South Melbourne

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252 Clarendon St

South Melbourne, VIC

Ph. (03) 9696 4025

After visiting the Bank St Twilight Markets, we decided on a meal at Hunky Dory in South Melbourne. It was a great choice! We grabbed an outside bench table, and were greeted by a dog-loving waiter. There was a Fox (FM) party going on across the road, so there were tunes blasting from the rooftop and lots of passers-by.

Hunky Dory is on busy Clarendon St, so that may be something to consider if your dogs don't like road noise. It was a relaxing, welcoming ambience when we went though, and the dogs were happy to be there, chilling out on a warm night.

We had heard a lot about this 'Fish'n'Chip' shop, but were blown away by the quality of service and food we received. The photos really speak for themselves. We will definitely return, to try out more of the menu and hopefully gatecrash another Fox party from afar ;)

Salt 'n' Pepper Calamari

Grilled Flavours from Around the World 'The Asian'

Christmas Thanks ;)

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Christmas Puppies

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We spend so much of our lives on the web these days. It can be an efficient way to shop. It can also be an efficient way to RESEARCH.

Artie is a rescue pug

www.erinmcnulty.com

If you already have your puppy and were unaware of puppy farms and backyard breeders, start making others aware. Gypsy was a pet shop puppy, Poppet a rescue. I have blogged about this on numerous occasions. The more informed I become, the more I need to inform others about ethical breeders and rescue. We all find out about puppy farms at some point - it is what we do with that information that counts. Holding onto it doesn't help those friends, family and associates who may not know and be considering getting a puppy. We need to voice this knowledge so others can be informed and make educated decisions.

This is Posie. She is available for adoption on Pet Rescue. Her profile link is below.

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/204498

Please watch the short clip below as some online traders, particularly when it comes to selling puppies, are deceiving. If you intend to buy a puppy this Christmas, make sure you can meet the parents, at their home - otherwise it can be assumed you are supporting this unethical and immoral, cruel trade. Puppy farmers will have glamourous web pages, but the handover of the puppy will take place not at this so called haven they project online, but at a McDonald's carpark or service station, or if they are feeling generous- they will deliver directly to your home. Don't be deceived by smoke and mirrors.

Another excellent resource is the RSPCA's Smart Puppy Guide, available via this link:

http://www.rspca.org.au/assets/files/Campaigns/Smart_Puppy_Buyers_Guide.pdf

If you don't have a breed in mind, please consider adopting a beautiful rescue. Many litters are dumped on rescue's doorsteps or as a result of a puppy farm rescue, a pregnant dog will give birth in rescue and her babies will also need to be homed. Rescue groups care about their dogs and ensure the dog/puppy is a match to your family, depending on the age of your children, the space you have available and your lifestyle. Some breeds require much exercise, others love human companionship. It is important not to just pick a breed based on what they can offer you as a family, but also what you can offer them as a family.

This is Trixie. She is available for adoption on Pet Rescue. Her profile link is below.

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/200728

Finally, Christmas is a special time with family. It is a lovely time of year to introduce a beautiful new four-legged family member but not spontaneously or without thought. So many puppies are dumped after the novelty has worn off. Dogs are like children. They require discipline, love and routines. They want your attention and care and in return, will give you unconditional love like no other. But they are hard work. They cost far more than the initial adoption or payment. But the added value they are to your life? PRICELESS.

Pet Adoption Day ~ Chirnside Park

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Second Chance Animal Rescue Inc. is a Melbourne Based non-profit, pro-life community-based organisation operated by volunteers and foster carers. It operates as a registered animal shelter and combines this with foster care in the community.

http://secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au/

Going Home for Christmas Adoption Event

2012-12-08T08:38:00.000+11:00

PetRescue/Jetpets 'Going Home for Xmas' Adoption Event

Homeless dogs search for love in the city

Most pet lovers are unaware that pound euthanasia is the leading cause of death among healthy companion animals in Australia. Across the country, around 40% of dogs and 75% of cats who enter pounds and shelters are killed, with resources coming under the most strain during the summer holiday period.

PetRescue is calling on the community to open their hearts and homes to a rescue pet. Supported by their friends at Jetpets, they are aiming to find forever homes for 5,000 rescue pets this holiday season.

There will be a display in Perth, Sydney and Melbourne, with guest stars Sahara and Dave joining them to entertain the crowds.

An opportunity to meet some awesome adoptable dogs will be hosted in;

MELBOURNE, QUEENSBRIDGE SQUARE, SOUTHBANK

Tuesday 11th December at 5pm

Their canine superstars will be strutting their stuff, while PetRescue shares information about the adoption option. Each event will run for approximately one hour, and will be a wonderful opportunity to meet some of the many dogs available for adoption leading up to the holidays.

If you would like to print out the poster to put up in your workplace or CBD location, please follow this link:

http://blog.petrescue.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/JP0018_Sahara_poster_v1.pdf

Just a few of the many beautiful dogs listed on petrescue.com.au

Henry

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/146671

Hannah

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/209577

Tiger Lily

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/201699

Azzi

http://www.petrescue.com.au/listings/204812

Bank St Market ~ Saffron on the Hill

2012-12-06T20:43:00.002+11:00

Our favourite Rescue Group, Saffron on the Hill will have a stall at the Twilight Market tomorrow night in South Melbourne.

Handmade dog collars in a variety of ribbon and colours will be available for purchase, plus a selection of dog toys and accessories. All fantastic stocking fillers for your dog this Christmas, with 100% of the profits helping rehabilitate the rescue dogs. Most of these rescue dogs are ex-puppy farm dogs, who know life other than one in a cage, breeding for profit. Saffron on the Hill give these beautiful dogs the opportunity to have a second chance, a new beginning living life as they should- with a family who love them dearly and treat them like a family member - not a cash card.

Bank St Market will be a fun way to spend a Friday night. You might be able to tick off a few presents from that Christmas list with some fantastic stall holders selling vintage and handmade delights :)

Bank St Market on Facebook

Paper Tree Designs Giveaway!

2012-12-05T20:17:00.000+11:00

Christmas and News Year's celebrations are just around the corner! And with that, comes New Year's Resolutions! Our New Year's Resolution? To be more organised!!!!

Our friends at Paper Tree Designs have sent us a Weekly Planner to help us get more organised. It's a strong, good quality A3 magnet that goes on the fridge and is perfect for reminders, especially for busy families. There is room for up to 6 family members or alternatively you could incorporate meal planning or chores onto the whiteboard! We know we will need to learn how to use it to it's full potential! That is what New Year's resolutions are all about and we have the perfect product to kick start our organisation!!!!! The pugs will not be the only ones organised in this family!

http://www.myfamilyweeklyplanner.com/

We love supporting charitable people in Melbourne, Paper Tree Designs donates $1 from the sale of each planner to World Vision Australia. All donations are matched by the Ausaid project which provides a $5 donation to match their $1 donation which means that by purchasing a Paper Tree Planner you are helping to raise $6 for the Mozambique – Moyo Wathu Changara Community Health Project. This project has a focus on improving quality facility and community- based health service delivery, for over 156,000 people, mainly children under five and women.

Paper Tree Designs have kindly donated one giveaway weekly planner for our readers. Who wants to make a New Years Resolution with us to be more organised?

If you would like to be part of this giveaway all you need to do is follow these 3 simple steps!

1) Like Paper Tree Designs on Facebook ;)

2) Like our Facebook page ;) Keeping her Eye on Melbourne

3) Share your New Year's Resolution on our page - we will contact you for postage details if you are our special winner!

Santa Paws Photos ~ The Wishbone Foundation

2012-11-26T22:01:00.002+11:00

Santa Paws Photos

94 Williamson St

Bendigo

10am-2pm

The Wishbone Foundation is a registered Australian charity founded in 2002 to provide free pet care to elderly and disabled pet owners living at home, and pets as therapy to assisted living facilities and hospitals . Wishbone currently delivers foundation services in metropolitan Melbourne and some areas of country Victoria. Wishbone is based in the beautiful Pyrenees region of country Victoria, producing an Australian owned and made range of cruelty-free botanical pet care products. 100% of profits from every product sold supports the foundation. Wishbone also offers training, walking and holiday care to pet owners in north-east Victoria on a fee-for-service basis, from which 100% of profits also support the foundation.

Check out some of these cute Santa photos below, including Gypsy giving Santa a big kiss!

www.thewishbonefoundation.org

Oscar's Law Book Launch

2012-11-26T21:28:00.000+11:00

13 December 2012

5:30pm

Polly Bar

401 Brunswick St

Fitzroy

Oscar's Law are so excited to announce their beautiful new book "I Want Oscar's Law Because' 112 pages of creative stunning portraits demonstrating the bond we have for our pets, and over 100 reasons why we need Oscar's Law!

"I want Oscar's Law because I don't want to ever see any dogs treated poorly, ever. Many dogs have brought tremendous joy to my life over the past 30 years and as far as I'm concerned they deserve to live as free as possible"

Bondi lifeguard Reidy with his dog Mugsy

www.oscarslaw.org

Rescued with Love Fundraiser

2012-11-14T20:09:00.000+11:00

DATE: Friday 23 November

PLACE: Blue Illusion, 745 Burke Road Camberwell

TIME: 6.30pm

Rescued With Love Inc. is a fully registered, not for profit organisation. They are a group of foster carers who help rescue unwanted dogs from Pounds and Shelters. They have all their vet work done and then care for them in our homes, and teach them how to be a loved well mannered pet. They then find the best possible home suitable for their needs.

Rescued With Love is hosting a very relaxed, fun and easy night at Blue Illusion Camberwell. You can pop along and have a glass of champagne, (or soft drink) and enjoy some browsing for a new outfit or some Christmas gifts for friends and family! It is always such great fun, and everyone who comes really enjoys themselves so please email Jane on rescuedcoordinator@bigpond.com and make a booking to come. Feel free to bring friends and family with you! Blue Illusion kindly donate a massive 20% of the total nights earnings to Rescued With Love.

So come and buy something special and know you are helping Rescued with Love as well!

http://www.rescuedwithlove.org/

2013 Oscar's Law Gala Dinner

2012-11-14T01:00:00.000+11:00

Saturday 16 February 2013

Central Pier, Docklands
143-175 Harbour Esplanade
Docklands, VIC - Australia

Oscar’s law is a campaign that enables everyone to make a stand and tell the Government that "We do not want companion animals factory farmed anymore” and "We no longer want the pet industry to mislead us about what is acceptable for our animals”.

You can help fight the genocide in Australia's pounds, promote rescue organisations and shelters as the first option to adopting, and change the way Australians gets their pets. Adoption is the intelligent alternative to impulse buying. No puppy factory whether it is 'clean', 'model', 'state of the art' or otherwise is the answer for mans best friend.

Remember if you cannot donate, volunteer, if you can't volunteer, educate.

We want Oscar's Law.

Farmers Arms Hotel Daylesford

2012-11-04T23:04:00.000+11:00

1 East St

Daylesford, VIC 3460

Ph+ 61 3 5348 2091

info@farmersarmsdaylesford.com.au

This 1857 red brick pub is the oldest in Daylesford.

'Executive Chef Gavan Anders has created a mouth watering selection of simple but sophisticated dishes that showcase the freshest of local ingredients at value for money prices. It's all deliciously casual and you don't need a reservation'.

Poppet with her pint!

It was a beautiful clear, sunny day ~ perfect beer garden weather! Whilst the period charm of the interior of the pub is lovely for those without furry children, we were so content with enjoying the sunshine out in the beer garden.

The meals here are HUGE! The calamari salad was not even considered a main on the menu, but was definitely filling! It was hands down the best calamari salad we had tried in some time, with an asian flare in the dressing and addition of nuts. If this was HUGE, then the Gummy Shark and chips was MAMMOTH! We are not food connoisseurs by any means, but love good food, especially when it is matched with good weather and good company (the pugs of course!)

Calamari Salad

Gummy Shark & Chips

A trip to Daylesford need not mean a day away from your pooches! We thoroughly enjoyed the road trip out of Melbourne, walking through the town, driving around the outskirts to recommended places to visit ALL with the pugs happy as can be, riding with us in the back, or exploring with us on foot (or paws!)

Gypsy hanging out in the beer garden.....

If you were planning an extended stay in Daylesford, here are a few links to pet-friendly accommodation. Enjoy!

http://www.takeabreak.com.au/Daylesford/SpaCountry/Pet-Friendly/accomodation.htm

http://pet-friendly-accommodation-daylesford.street-directory.com.au/

http://www.wotif.com/hotels/australia-vic-daylesford-pet-friendly-hotels.html

http://www.cottagedirectory.com.au/cottages/Pet_Friendly

http://www.bookitnow.com.au/accommodation/bin/4514/

Dog's Life Nov/ Dec Issue

2012-10-23T21:51:00.000+11:00

Soi Dog Demonstration

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Paws for a Cause Walk

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Paws for a Cause Dog Walk

Sunday 20 November 2011
Nortons Park, Nortons Lane,
Wantirna South, Victoria
Melway Ref 72A2

Registration opens at 10.00am

Walk commences at 11.00am

Competitions judged and awarded at 1.00pm

Whether you're young, old, with dog or without… if you love animals and want to help support your local community, then we need you to join us for the annual Bridges Connecting Communities Paws for a Cause dog walk at Nortons Park, Wantirna South on Sunday 20 November 2011.

It’s just around the corner on and we are getting ready to have a fantastic, energetic day of healthy fun. Registration is open from 10.00am and the walk kicks off at 11.00am from Nortons Park, Nortons Lane, Wantirna South.

Walkers will follow the trail around Nortons Park and Shepherds Bush stopping at check points along the way to go into the draw to win fantastic prizes.

After walking up an appetite, a scrumptious sausage sizzle and cool refreshing drink will be available, face painting for the kids and family entertainment! Competitions for the best dressed dog, cutest puppy, dog and owner lookalike, and the oldest timer will be awarded and judged at 1.00pm by local celebrities. There are many prizes to be won, including EastLink vouchers. Santa will be paying us a special visit on the day for your dog to have his Christmas photos taken.

Receive a FREE Doggy show bag when you register early by the 10th of November online at www.bridgescc.com.au

So come along, join the fun and support the programs and services of Bridges Connecting Communities.

Registration

Registration opens at 10.00am on the day

Registration is $5.00 per adult

Kids under 16 years of age are FREE.

If you would like to register early and receive a free doggy show bag please visit www.bridgescc.com.au, email paws@bridgescc.com, or phone 9729 9499.

All funds raised will benefit the community programs and services run by Bridges Connecting Communities and this event is proudly supported by ConnectEast, the owners and operators of EastLink, and Linking Melbourne Authority.

Pet's Day Out 2012

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Puppychinos!

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Seddon Deadly Sins ~ Seddon

148 Victoria Street

Seddon 3011

(03) 9689 3092

Puppychino attack!

Oh my! This is the life! Cosmopolitan Pug in the house!

What?!

Liver sprinkles -woohoo!

Gypsy! Your milk beard is too cute!

Nom nom nom! Swap Bowls Poppy!

Nom nom nom. Puppychinos are the bomb!

Aw boo. No more left!

For our other blog on Seddon Deadly Sins, please visit this link:

http://www.gypsyju.blogspot.com.au/2012/08/seddon-deadly-sins-seddon.html

Dog~Friendly Daylesford Pt 1!

2012-09-27T22:34:00.000+10:00

Chocolate Mill

5451 Midland Hwy

Mount Franklin VIC 3461

Dogs and Chocolate are not usually a good mix, but we were able to combine both with pleasure. Of course, the pugs didn't consume any chocolate (it is toxic for dogs) but they certainly loved the rural surrounds of the Chocolate Mill and the humans absolutely enjoyed the chocolate consumption while the pugs explored!

A chocolate box for humans and liver treats for pugs!

There is a huge outdoor area here and dogs on leads are most welcome. We were lucky to visit on a beautiful, sunny day. The pugs enjoyed rummaging in the leaves and sticks. Gypsy even played hide and seek behind a log!

Chocolate Mill is the perfect place for a sweet morning tea or afternoon tea with chocolates, cakes, ice cream and hot and cold drinks. It is just 7 minutes north of Daylesford on the highway(A300) heading towards Castlemaine.

Yummy milkshakes and milk chocolate with coffee beans

Gypsy and Poppet enjoying the outdoors at the Chocolate Mill

So much Fun in the Sun! with my new toy from 'Mind Your Pet' in Daylesford

At Chocolate Mill all of their chocolate is made on site and sold exclusively. They use only Callebaut Belgian Couverture chocolate in all their products, made with the finest cocoa beans, natural bourbon vanilla and 100% pure cocoa butter. Best of all, no palm oil! There is a viewing window to see the production as it happens. Chocolate demonstrations happen daily at 11am and 2pm.

We love the story of The Chocolate Mill....

In 2001, Jennifer Gregory and Chris Weippert moved from Perth into a shed on the property. Here they lived for 28 months, 18 months without power and budgeted for $7 a day for food for the two of them, while building. On November 21st 2003, with $22 in the bank, they opened. Only 4 months later they were featured in Epicure and then The Herald Sun.

If you are not located in Victoria, The Chocolate Mill have an online store:

http://www.chocmill.com.au/

YUM!

Our next post will also feature another great place we visited whilst in Daylesford! Stay tuned!

Saffron on the Hill Market Stall!

2012-09-22T17:09:00.000+10:00

Saffron on the Hill Market Stall

Poppet looking after the stall at Yarragon!

Today we looked after the Saffron on the Hill market stall at Yarragon Craft Markets and we met lots of great dog owners and lots of rescue pugs! It was wonderful to raise more awareness about puppy farms and some much needed funds for our rescue dogs.

If you think you could commit to a monthly market stall to help raise funds for the rescue dogs of Saffron on the Hill, please contact lauren@thehill.org.au. Saffron on the Hill are always looking for reliable, hardworking volunteers.

If you would like to subscribe to the Saffron on the Hill newsletter and find out what markets our stall visits each month and other ways we fundraise, please email shannon@thehill.org.au to be placed on the mailing list (newsletter is emailed monthly).

And finally! If you are not a Victorian resident, but read our blog (we love you too!) you don't have to miss out! Our collars, leads and harnesses are available online @

www.thehill.org.au

Fun in the Sun at Yarragon Craft Markets

Ballan Spring Rally & Market

2012-09-20T19:06:00.000+10:00

www.release-thehounds.web.com

Spring heralds the birth of new life and is a welcomed break from the cold winter weather. The coming of the warmer days also signifies the continued dog breeding season when many thousands of puppies will be born in puppy factories. Breeding bitches have an average of two breeding seasons a year unlike their wild ancestors that only breed when food and resources are plentiful.

As much as we love and adore baby animals and love all that spring brings with it, we must stop and give thought to the thousands of breeding bithces and dogs locked away in puppy factories. These parents along with their puppies won't get to enjoy the feel of the spring time grass under their feet or feel the sun on their backs. They will once again spend the entire spring locked away as prisoners in concrete floored wire cages.

This injustice just can't continue. We cannot allow the proposed Ballan puppy factory to open. We will continue our fight. Please join us at the Ballan market to spread the word about puppy factories and the importance of desexing your pets. Make your banners and cards with a spring time theme showing your anger and outrage at puppy factories.

For further information about puppy farms and how to raise awareness, please visit

www.oscarslaw.org