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Try Ford Kinter Insurance Brokers on 1800 810 392 or (03) 9339 3333 or website www.fordkinter.com.au Doug and Gwen Ford and staff have been doing insurance for the petcare industry and dog clubs since 1987. See what they have to offer and at least they would be able to give you an idea of costs.

Crimes and Domestic Animals Acts Amendment (Offences and Penalties) Bill 2011 Crimes Act 1958 Offences FAQ For Councils Q: Is the decision by a Council to declare a dog a dangerous dog, a menacing dog or a restricted breed dog subject to appeal? A: • It should be noted the criminal prosecution and the hearing of a criminal trial in respect of the new Crimes Act offences is a discrete process from the processes under the Domestic Animals Act. That is, it is separate to an owner’s right to review to VCAT the determination of a council that a dog is a particular category of dog. • In the criminal process, whether a dog is a ‘restricted breed’, ‘menacing’ or ‘dangerous’ dog is a question of fact and would ultimately be determined by the jury at a trial. The prosecution would be required to lead evidence and prove beyond reasonable doubt that the dog that caused death or endangered life was one of these categories of dog. However, this is only one of a number of elements that need to be proved in respect of these Crimes Act offences. • As is the right of any person who is convicted of a criminal offence, a person convicted of one of these new offences has the right to apply for leave to appeal against that conviction in the Court of Appeal. Q: How does the legislation identify who will be held responsible ie. who is the owner? A: • Persons who could be liable to a charge under the new Crimes Act offences are owners or persons who are, for the time being, in charge of the dog. Each new section contains two offences: one that is applicable to the owner, and one that is applicable to the person who has temporary care of the dog. • ‘Owner’ has the same meaning as in the Domestic Animals Act; it ‘includes a person who keeps or harbours the animal or has the animal in his or her care for the time being whether the animal is at large or in confinement’. This definition would include a person who was last in charge of the dog where a dog has escaped from the person's premises. The definition also includes a person who is deemed to be the owner of a dog, which is where the owner of a dog is under the age of 17 years, hence the parent or guardian of that person is deemed to be the owner. • A person who is, for the time being, in charge of or has care of the dog would cover, for example, people taking care of a dog while the owner was on holidays or dog walkers. The legislation recognises that a person who for the time being is in charge of a dog, but is not the owner of that dog, may or may not be familiar with the dog. That is, they may not be aware that the dog is a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog. Serious criminal offences, such as these, should not apply where a person is unaware of the classification of the dog they have care of. Therefore, the offences which are applicable to a person who for the time being is in charge of the dog have a further element to be proved, namely that the person was reckless or aware of the probability that the dog was a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog. • Who is responsible for a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog attacks and kills a person or endangers the life of a person is a question of fact that must be determined on a case by case basis. • In proving a person was criminally responsible, the prosecution would also be required to show that the person acted negligently (where a dog has killed) or recklessly (where a dog has endangered life) in failing to keep the dog under control. Q: Why do the Crimes Act offences only apply to dangerous, menacing and restricted breed dogs? A: • The new Crimes Act offences will only apply to dangerous, menacing and restricted breed dogs. Owners of these categories of dogs should have a higher degree of culpability because they would be aware of their dog’s dangerousness by virtue of either their previous dangerous behaviour or training, or by their breed, that carries with it an inherent dangerousness. • They should also be aware that they have a responsibility for keeping their dog under control in accordance with the requirements in the Domestic Animals Act and a failure to do so, which results in death or life being endangered warrants a serious criminal sanction. • Owners of dogs that are not restricted breed dogs or have not been declared dangerous or menacing would not have had the same knowledge or notice of the dangerousness of their dog prior to any attack. As such, the new Crimes Act offences do not cover these situations. • However, such owners would still be liable under the strict liability offences contained in the Domestic Animals Act. Q: What are the most recent changes to the RBD legislation? A: • There have been some additional changes, changes to the Crimes Act 1958 will mean that owners can be jailed for up to 10 years if their dog kills someone, or for up to 5 years if their dog endangers someone’s life, if their dog is a: o restricted breed dog (registered or unregistered); o dangerous dog declared due to attack; o attack trained dog; o guard dog; or o declared menacing dog • There have been some major increases in penalties in the Domestic Animals Act 1994 for owners of restricted breed dogs who fail to comply with the requirements for the keeping of a restricted breed dog. • It is now prohibited to sell, give away or transfer the ownership of a restricted breed dog. The only exemption will be to allow for the surrender of the dog to a pound or shelter for destruction or if the owner dies to transfer to a family member. • There is the ability for the Government to prescribe a collar that restricted breed dogs will be required to wear. The collar has not yet been prescribed and more information will be available once the Domestic Animals Regulations 2005 have been changed to prescribe the collar. Q: Can I put a dangerous dogs collar on my restricted breed dog now? A: • NO. A dangerous dogs collar can only be worn by a dog that has been declared dangerous by council or are deemed dangerous (through training or use as guard dogs around nonresidential premises). The restricted breed dog collar will NOT be the same as a dangerous dog collar. If you have a restricted breed dog you will be informed shortly what the collar is and where to obtain one – this is still not a requirement at this stage. Q: What do I do if I think I have been sold a restricted breed dog? A: • Contact the Council and advise them of your concern. It is an offence for a person to sell, give or otherwise transfer the ownership to you without advising you in writing of its status. • You also have rights under consumer affairs legislation if the breed of the dog has been misrepresented. Contact the Consumer Affairs Victoria Helpline on ph 1300 55 81 81. Q: My dog has been declared a restricted breed, what do I do now? A: • The Authorised Officer must notify you in writing within 7 days that your dog has been declared a restricted breed. At this point, you have the right to request from Council the reason why your dog has been declared a restricted breed. The Council is required to provide details of how you can appeal the decision. • You can then appeal the declaration that your dog is a restricted breed dog at the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) within 28 days of receiving the written declaration. • Telephone: (03) 9628 9830 Toll Free: 1800 133 055 (Country callers only) Q: Explain the new criminal offences being introduced which would apply to dog attacks. A: • The Crimes Act 1958 is being amended to introduce new indictable offences (subject to trial by jury) that will apply where a person’s failure to control a dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dog results in death or endangers life. • It will be an offence if an owner of a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog: o does not keep that dog under control and the dog kills another person, and o a reasonable person would have realised that the failure to keep the dog under control would expose the person who was killed, or any other person, to an appreciable risk of death. • A second offence is being introduced that is similar, but applies to a person who is not the dog’s owner but is in charge of the dog. • The maximum penalty for these offences will be 10 years imprisonment, similar to dangerous driving causing death. • There will also be two indictable offences for ‘recklessness as to whether controlling dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dog may place another person in danger of death’. The maximum penalty will be 5 years. • A similar offence will also apply to a person who is not the dog’s owner, but is in charge of the dog and is reckless as to the dog being a dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dog. • These new offences will only apply to: o registered and unregistered restricted breed dogs; o dangerous dogs declared due to attack; o attack trained dogs; o guard dogs; and o declared menacing dogs. • Owners of these categories of dogs should be aware of their dog’s dangerousness by their previous dangerous behaviour or training, or by their breed, that carries with it an inherent dangerousness. Owners should also be aware that they have a responsibility for keeping their dog under control. • These new offences send a clear message to owners of these dogs that they have a responsibility to keep their dog under control and a failure to do so which results in death or life being endangered warrants a serious criminal sanction. Q: Why are there are no specific defences in respect of the Crimes Act offences? A: • The Domestic Animals Act 1994 contains a number of defences to its strict liability offences, these being if the incident or attack occurred because: o the dog was being teased, abused or assaulted o a person was trespassing on the premises on which the dog was kept o another animal was on the premises on which the dog was kept o a person known to the dog was being attacked in front of the dog. • These defences are either not necessary or are inappropriate for the new Crimes Act 1958 offences. • The Crimes Act offences require proof beyond reasonable doubt that the owner failed to control their dog or acted recklessly so the dog was not under control. Therefore, any relevant circumstances are examined at the trial that can be taken into account in assessing whether these elements have been proved eg was the dog being assaulted or was the victim trespassing prior to the attack • Providing a general defence that the offence is not committed if a person was trespassing is too broad and inappropriate. For example, it would be wrong for a full defence to be available to a person who failed to keep their dog under control, by not properly securing their pit bull terrier, and a child entered the front yard to retrieve their ball and was killed by the dog. • As such, specific defences, such as those contained in the Domestic Animals Act 1994, are not necessary for the new Crimes Act offences. Q: Why are these offences limited to dangerous, restricted breed and menacing dogs? A: • These new offences will only apply to: o registered and unregistered restricted breed dogs; o dangerous dogs declared due to attack; o attack trained dogs; o guard dogs; and o declared menacing dogs. • Owners of these categories of dogs have a higher degree of culpability because they would be aware of their dog’s dangerousness by virtue of either their previous dangerous behaviour or training, or by their breed, that carries with it an inherent dangerousness. • They should also be aware that they have a responsibility for keeping their dog under control in accordance with the requirements in the Domestic Animals Act 1994 and a failure to do so which results in death or life being endangered warrants a serious criminal sanction. • Owners of dogs that are not restricted breed dogs or have not been declared dangerous or menacing would not have had the same notice of the dangerousness of their dog prior to any attack. As such, the new Crimes Act offences do not cover these situations. However, such owners would still be liable under the strict liability offences contained in the Domestic Animals Act. Q: What would amount to a ‘failure to control’? A: • ‘Control’ is defined in the definitions section (section 319A) in the new Division 9AA. The definition is a broad and inclusive definition. It includes all of the requirements to control a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog under Part 3 of the Domestic Animals Act 1994. This covers the control of dogs both on and off the owner’s premises, such as – o keeping a dog from being at large o not setting or training a dog to attack or bite o keeping a dog muzzled and leashed when off the owner’s premises o keeping a dog confined in an enclosure or dwelling o preventing the dog from attacking or biting a person or animal o preventing the dog from rushing at or chasing a person. • The failure of an owner or a person in charge of the dangerous, menacing or restricted breed dog to control that dog is only one of the elements that need to be proved for a person to be found guilty of one of the new Crimes Act offences. • In respect of the failure to control resulting in death offences, it would also need to be proved that a reasonable person would have realised that the failure to control would expose another person to an appreciable risk of death. • In respect of the offences endangering life, it will also need to be proved that there was reckless conduct that meant the dog was not under control. Q: Why are there separate offences in each section for a person who, for the time being, is in charge of a dog? A: • The new legislation includes two offences in each section: one that is applicable to the owner of the dog, and one that is applicable to the person who is, for the time being, in charge of or has care of the dog. • A person who for the time being is in charge of a dog, but is not the owner of that dog, may or may not be familiar with the dog or aware that the dog is a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog. A serious criminal offence, such as these, should not apply where a person is unaware of the classification of the dog they are walking, for example. • The offences which are applicable to a person, who for the time being is in charge of the dog, have a further element to be proved for the offence to be made out. That is, the Prosecution must also prove that the person is reckless or aware of the probability that the dog is a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog. • In respect of the offences relating to the owner of the dog, there is no need for this extra element of recklessness as to the category of the dog, as an owner would be aware that their dog is a dangerous, restricted breed or menacing dog. Q: Is there a need for any type of declaration in respect of restricted breed dogs (similar to the declarations in respect of dangerous or menacing dogs) prior to a prosecution commencing? A: • In respect of the new Crimes Act offences, whether a dog is a ‘restricted breed dog’, ‘menacing dog’ or ‘dangerous dog’ is a question of fact and would ultimately be determined by the fact finder in a particular case. • The Prosecution would be required to lead evidence that the dog that caused death or endangered life was one of these categories of dog. In respect of a dangerous or menacing dog, this would be done by leading evidence of the council’s declaration of that dog being a dangerous dog (under section 34 of the DAA) or menacing dog (under section 41A of the DAA). In respect of restricted breed dogs, the position is slightly more complex as there are no ‘declarations’, as such, for restricted breed dogs. • A restricted breed dog is a dog of one of the following breeds: Japanese Tosa, Fila Brasiliero, Dogo Argentino, Perro de Presa Canario, American Pit Bull Terrier, or a dog that falls within the ‘Standard for Restricted Breed Dogs in Victoria’. The Standard for each breed provide descriptions of what would fall within that particular breed, including matters such as height, weight, colour, coat, and type of tail, head, neck, feet and body. • Under section 10(1) of the Domestic Animals Act 1994, it is an offence for an owner not to register a dog. It is also an offence under section 10(3) not to include on the application for registration that the dog is a restricted breed dog. Therefore, owners of restricted breed dogs are required to register their dogs with the council as restricted breed dogs. The Prosecution would be able to lead evidence of this registration, which should specify that the dog is a restricted breed. • The offence may still apply where the dog is not registered as a restricted breed dog, but the dog falls within the Standard. • The definition of restricted breed dog does not require any declaration by a council to be made nor does it require registration. Therefore, in terms of the Crimes Act offences, this element would simply be proved by evidence the dog was one of those breeds or falls within the Standard. Moreover, a declaration or registration is not a requirement for a prosecution to be commenced or for the offences to be proved. • An expert witness could be called to give evidence to prove that the dog is a restricted breed dog. • The criminal prosecution and the hearing of a criminal trial is a separate and discrete process from the processes under the Domestic Animals Act and an owner’s right to review to VCAT the determination of a council that a dog is a restricted breed dog. • As such, any processes in the Domestic Animals Act would run independently of the criminal prosecution and are not a pre-condition of any prosecution under the new Crimes Act offences. Q: Would the dog need to be kept pending a criminal prosecution, given that dogs that attack are generally destroyed? A: • The prosecution would seek to prove that a dog fell under the definition of restricted breed dog by calling evidence on the issue. A witness could produce to the court photographs of the dog along with other evidence collected about the dog, for example measurements, weight, identification. • In the normal course of events, it will not be necessary to keep the dog alive for the trial for the prosecution to prove its case. However, to ensure that legal processes are applied fairly, it may be that the dog is not put down immediately. Q: Is there any limitation in time for bringing a prosecution for the new offences? A: • All four new Crimes Act offences are indictable offences. • Under section 7(2)(a) of the Criminal Procedure Act 2009, a proceeding for an indictable offence may be commenced at any time, except where otherwise provided by legislation. • As such, there are no time limits for bringing a prosecution under any of these new offences. Q: Where can I find information about restricted breed dogs? A: • From your local Council or by phoning the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186 or review the DPI web page on restricted breed dogs at http://new.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets/aboutpets/ legislation-and-regulation/restricted-breed-dogs Q: Where can I find information about dangerous dogs? A: • From your local Council or by phoning the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186 or review the DPI web page on dangerous dogs at http://new.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets/aboutpets/ legislation-and-regulation/menacing-and-dangerous-dogs

CHANGES TO THE CRIMES ACT AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS ACT Please note that a new version of the Domestic Animals Act 1994 will commence on Thursday 3rd November 2011. The changes to the Act were introduced on today in the Crimes and Domestic Animals Amendment (Offences and Penalties) Act 2011. The new legislation will create new indictable offences in the Crimes Act 1958. Owners can be jailed for up to 10 years if their dog kills someone, or for up to 5 years if their dog endangers someone's life, if their dog is a: • restricted breed dog (registered or unregistered); • dangerous dog declared due to attack; • attack trained dog; • guard dog; or • declared menacing dog. The new legislation will amend the Domestic Animals Act 1994 in the following: 1. Major increases in a wide range of penalties in relation to restricted breed dogs 2. Prohibiting the sale, transfer or giving away of restricted breed dogs (with very limited exemptions for death of an owner or surrender for destruction) 3. Creating a new provision that a restricted breed dog should wear a collar that will later be prescribed in regulation. It is important to note that there is no change to the regulation at this moment and so there is NOT a prescribed collar at this moment for restricted breed dogs. Within the next few days the new Act, as well as a range of other relevant information, can be downloaded from the following links. You will also be informed when there is a change to regulation in relation to the prescribed collar - this will not be in the immediate future. More information is available on: www.dpi.vic.gov.au/animalwelfare (follow links to legislation page) www.legislation.vic.gov.au click on 'law today' then select Acts beginning with 'D'. For further information please phone the DPI Customer Service Centre on 136 186 or visit the DPI website www.dpi.vic.gov.au/animalwelfare.

It was all talk when I turned up! I seen nothing, not sure if anyone else did. I did however, walk around and see many frames broken, bent inside out and actually pushed into the ground. I've had frames up in all sorts of weather and not had them damages by wind. I guess anything is possible though Thanks for the Terrier results MM! The damage I saw on a friends Gazebo has not done by wind. They had completely lowered theirs and cross tied the ropes underneath. I have seen this survive before.Only 1 side was had the arms snapped. Was there any official comments/information offered from the club as to what had occurred?

All I can say, living in Sunbury, it was pretty windy and wet last night. Sunbury Show normally have security so doubt that inferred posts may have been the cause, unfortunately not camped at the grounds overnight so can not be sure. Does anyone have any definite information of what occurred or is it speculation. I was at the show earlier and I heard no mention about deliberate damage! Maybe sites should be set up on the day of the events and not beforehand, that way it covers both speculations from occurring!

As mentioned is one of the changes, there is also changes effective 1st February 2012 regarding booking and paying for quarantine station space at the time of booking. Email I received from AQIS: Effective immediately, cats and dogs from Cyprus are required to have a rabies vaccination and rabies titre test prior to entry into Australia. From 1 January 2012, cats and dogs from the UK, Malta, Republic of Ireland, and Sweden will be required to have a rabies vaccination and rabies titre test prior to entry into Australia. For specific details, please refer to the Information Package 4 - Quarantine requirements for the importation of cats and dogs from AQIS approved countries in which rabies is absent or well controlled. There is an exceptionally high volume of import permit applications and enquires currently being submitted due to the changes in the EU policy. AQIS is currently working on a time frame of 20 business days to process import permit applications. NEW! Please be aware, due to change in departmental policy, from 1 February 2012, payment for quarantine accommodation for your animal/s will be due at the time of making a booking at your chosen quarantine station. See http://www.daff.gov.au/aqis/cat-dogs/accom/govt-stations for further information. Thank you for your enquiry to the Australian Quarantine and Inspection Service (AQIS) - Live Animal Imports Program. In line with the AQIS service charter, please allow up to ten (10) business days for a written reply to your email query. You can view the AQIS service charter at: www.daff.gov.au/aqis/about/reports-pubs/service-charter Please note that fees are subject to change without notice. It is the responsibility of the client to regularly visit the AQIS website for information on updates or amendments to AQIS fees and import conditions. Import Permit Applications (www.daff.gov.au/aqis/cat-dogs/application) AQIS always strives to assess your application and grant an import permit within ten (10) business days once all required information has been received. However, in exceptional circumstance it may take longer than 10 business days to assess and grant an import permit. AQIS will attempt to contact you if further information is required to complete the assessment process. AQIS does not issue confirmation for receipt of manual (email, fax or post) import permit applications. If you have submitted an eLodgement online application you will receive an automated email confirmation containing your application reference number. Importing Cats and Dogs Information • Cats and dogs returning to Australia Taking your cat or dog overseas? Check they are eligible to come back. See the attached brochure. • Canine Influenza Vaccination is a mandatory condition for dogs being exported from the USA with an import permit issued after 1 April 2011. For more details please refer to the AQIS webpage for Category 4 countries. AQIS - Live Animal Imports Program Telephone Helpline: + 61 2 6272 4454 Monday to Friday - between 9:00 am and 12:30 pm or 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm The office is closed on Saturday, Sunday and Australian Public Holidays. Post: GPO Box 858, Canberra ACT 2601 AUSTRALIA Fax: + 61 2 6272 3110 Email: [email protected] Web: www.daff.gov.au/aqis/import/live-animals Search the AQIS Import Conditions Database (ICON) at www.aqis.gov.au/icon Note: Emails over 7MB in size are automatically blocked by our security filter.

It could be as mentioned as well as, just my thought, could it also be: That we lock our dogs away from the general public. Purpose built venues that do not entice the general public to enter. Some do not want to come just to a dog show but if it was part of something else then it may have a greater appeal/audience factor, something for everybody!! Husband, wife, kids etc. We used to have a lot of Agricultural Shows in Victoria. These shows were held in the local communitities and enticed vast numbers of show goers to come around and ask questions, some even purchased dogs and did dog showing for a couple of years. So what could have caused this change, I can recall KCC Victoria Regs changed so that exhibitors had to obtain passes based on the number of exhibits that they entered and the number of Ag Shows offering dog shows decreased overnight. The KCC in return opened up their books for new affiliates which were/are solely kennel clubs, so what may be value to one member of the family maybe outvoted when it comes to choice of alternative activities to attend at the same time.

As a guide you would be looking at around $150-$160 (Mel/Brisbane) including new PP40 crate @ $55.00. Actual price depends on size and weight of dog.

It is possible to have a couple of pups sent in the one crate. The down side is if one does its business in the crate then potentially you have two smelly pups.

From AaE (Australian Air Express) Website: All Containers  The container must be strong enough to protect the pet at all times.  Animals lodged in containers too small for the animal’s size will not be accepted by AaE. The container must be big enough to allow your pet to stand without touching the top of the container, turn around and lie down comfortably. If the container does not meet this requirement the animal may be subject to unnecessary pain and suffering. Where, in the reasonable opinion of AaE, the container is considered to be inappropriately small, AaE may refuse to carry your pet.  Please ensure that none of your pet’s body parts can protrude through any ventilation openings.  See how to calculate the correct dimensions for the container on the IATA website.  Visit the IATA website www.iata.org/whatwedo/cargo/live_animals/Pages/pets.aspx.  All containers must have protective handles that prevent the dog or cat touching the person handling the container.  The container must have sufficient ventilation.  The container must have a water holder that remains in an upright position at all times and is accessible from the outside.  To ensure containment of any spills the container must have a spill tray installed. The base needs to be lined with an absorbent material (not straw, kitty litter or newspaper).  The container must not be lodged with wheels attached. Plastic Containers  Plastic cages manufactured in 2 parts (i.e. upper and lower) must be joined using metal screws and bolts. Plastic joiners or clips can fail during handling and loading and as such do not meet our requirements.  Door hinges and locking pins must extend beyond the horizontal extrusions above and below the door opening by at least 1.6cm.

Vic Womens and Working Dog Club are at new grounds this year, not same location as Sunbury Show on the Tuesday Cup Day. As you enter Sunbury from Bulla Road, turn right at roundabout into Lancefield Road, the grounds are around 3km (2nd street on left) then 1st left into Highgrove Drive. http://www.nearmap.com/[email protected],144.756374&ll=-37.574243,144.756374&z=15&t=k&nmd=20110701

Yep. The Casanova Kennels in Coldstream offer such a service. It started off as promises to some of their special customers but ended up quite popular. They are not 'kenneled' as such, but have lots of room to run, get lots of love in idyllic surrounds. I haven't spoken to Terry or Angela for a couple of years, but last I heard they were still doing it. Lovely people. I'm sure a google will find them. Edited to add... HERE YOU GO! Sorry to say that Terry and Angela sold Casanova last year.

. . . . . and cut to the correct size!!!! It would be so much easier if the forms were standard paper sizes for printers.

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When exporting checking quotations from different companies to ensure that they are quoting on the same specifications is imperative, items like Import permits, customs clearances can amount to many hundreds of dollars in some destinations, especially if you have to involve Customs Brokers for clearances, this can be a strain on finances, at short notice, if you were not expecting them.

Export requirements for Dogs to Macau. Country name:MACAU Species name:DOG Transport requirement:Transport requirements do not exist. Updated:22 Dec 2010 Protocol Last Negotiated:March 1990 Disclaimer The information provided in this database is intended for use as guidance only and should not be taken as definitive or exhaustive. The Commonwealth endeavours to keep this database current and accurate, however, it may be subject to change without notice, and exporters should make their own inquiries in relation to import requirements. The Commonwealth will not accept liability for any loss resulting from reliance on information contained in this database. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Permit Requirements:Prior approval is required from the Government Kennel of the Macau City Council: Canil Municipal Leal Senado de Macau, Macau. Tel: 569776 Top Health certificate:The dog must be accompanied by a valid certificate issued and signed by the appropriate government authority in the exporting country. I. Animal Identification Name _______________________________________________________________________ Description ________________________________________________________________ Breed ______________________________________________________________________ Sex ________________________________________________________________________ Colour _____________________________________________________________________ Age ________________________________________________________________________ II. Origin Name of Exporter ___________________________________________________________ Address of Exporter ________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Name of Owner ______________________________________________________________ Address of Owner____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Address of isolation premises ______________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ III. Destination Name of Consignee __________________________________________________________ Address of Consignee _______________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Means of Transportation ____________________________________________________ IV. Health Information The official Veterinary Officer authorized by the competent Veterinary Authority of Government to certify dog/s for export, should declare that: 1. Dogs under 4 (four) months of age must not be imported. 2. No case of rabies was officially reported in dogs during the past 2 (two) years in Australia. 3. The dog/s have been vaccinated against rabies with an acceptable anti-rabies vaccine not less than 30 days and not more than 1 (one) year prior to export. 4. If the dog comes from a rabies free country, which prohibits vaccination against rabies, a declaration is required. 5. The dog has been examined today and found healthy and free from evidence of infectious or contagious disease and external parasites within 48 hours prior to export. V. The dog/s must be transported by the fastest and most direct route from the exporting country to Macau. VI. The dog/s must be carried and caged with labels in accordance with the current Live Animals Regulations of IATA (International Air Transport Association) and in such a way as to ensure humane management at all times. VII. The certificate is valid for 10 days from the date of signature. VIII. The health certificate must be written in Portuguese or Chinese or English and must be signed by a full-time government salaried and government authorised veterinary officer, dated and bear the official stamp. NOTE: Failure to comply with the above requirements may render the dog liable to quarantine for 14 (fourteen) days to 21 (twenty one) days. If considered necessary after inspection by the Official Veterinarian, quarantine may be extended to 6 (six) months. Top Special conditions:1. The dog must be accompanied by a valid certificate issued and signed by the appropriate government authority in the exporting country. 2. If the animal is transitting through Hong Hong to Macau, the Macau import approval must be submitted to the Hong Kong Agriculture and Fisheries Department to obtain permission for the dog to transit through Hong Kong. 3. All vaccination certificates must identify: - the name and address of the practice - the name of the attending veterinarian - the name of the owner of the animal - description of the animal including age and microchip number - the date of vaccination - the vaccine used including serial and batch number - in the case of vaccination against rabies and/or leptospirosis, the use by date of the vaccine Remark: Failure to comply with the above requirements may render the dog(s) liable to quarantine for 14 (fourteen) days to 21 (twenty-one) days. If considered necessary after inspection by the official veterinary, quarantine may be extended to 6 (six) months.

Baileys Mum, The current requirements (from AQIS website) to send to Norway are: Restriction Health Certificate Country name:EUROPEAN UNION Species name:DOG Transport requirement:Transport requirements do not exist. Updated:18 May 2011 Protocol Last Negotiated:18/05/2007 Disclaimer The information provided in this database is intended for use as guidance only and should not be taken as definitive or exhaustive. The Commonwealth endeavours to keep this database current and accurate, however, it may be subject to change without notice, and exporters should make their own inquiries in relation to import requirements. The Commonwealth will not accept liability for any loss resulting from reliance on information contained in this database. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Health certificate:All pets exported to the EU must be accompanied by the appropriate EU health certificate. The certificate shall consist of a single sheet and shall be completed in block letters in the language of the Member State of entry or in English. Please select the appropriate health certificate. 1. Health certificate for NON-COMMERCIAL movement •For pet(s) travelling accompanied by the owner or person responsible for the animal and the pet(s) are not intended to be sold or transferred to another owner. •A maximum of 5 pets may accompany the exporter under the non-commercial health certificate. To download the VETERINARY CERTIFICATE FOR DOMESTIC DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS ENTERING THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY FOR NON-COMMERCIAL MOVEMENTS please refer to http://ec.europa. eu/food/animal/liveanimals/pets/nocomm_third_en.htm or contact your regional AQIS office. 2. Health certificate for COMMERCIAL movement •For pets travelling alone or •intended to be sold or transferred to another owner or •there are more than 5 animals per exporter. To obtain the VETERINARY CERTIFICATE FOR DOMESTIC DOGS, CATS AND FERRETS ENTERING THE EUROPEAN COMMUNITY FOR COMMERCIAL MOVEMENTS please contact your regional AQIS office. Please note that pets travelling on the commercial certificate must undergo a veterinary clinical examination by an (AAV) within 24 hours before export. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: 1. IT IS THE EXPORTERS RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT INDIVIDUAL COUNTRIES TO CONFIRM IMPORT CONDITIONS AND FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS. 2. More detailed information can be obtained from the European Commission website through this link: http://ec.europa.eu/food/animal/liveanimals/pets/index_en.htm 3. Rabies vaccine must be approved by World Health Organisation. 4. Rabies vaccine must be given at least 21 days before export. The 21- day waiting period is NOT required in pets previously vaccinated if the vaccination was administered within the validity period as indicated by the manufacturer’s recommendations. 5. Animals entering Ireland, Malta, Sweden, United Kingdom and Norway must have a Rabies Neutralising Antibody Titration Titre (RNATT) at least or equal to 0.5 IU/ml carried out in an EU-approved laboratory within the period laid down by importing countries’ requirements (see below). 6. Tattoos will only be valid till 3 July 2011. Currently Ireland, Malta, and United Kingdom require an ISO approved microchip. DENMARK (http://www.uk.foedevarestyrelsen.dk/Forside.htm) •Animals must enter through BORDER INSPECTION POSTS (BIP) at Copenhagen Airport, Kastrup or Billund Airport •The BIP of entry must be notified of the import at least 24 hours prior to arrival either through fax or mail. FINLAND (http://www.evira.fi/portal/se/ ) (http://wwwb.mmm. fi/el/julk/pdf/Import%20of%20pets%203.7.2004%20_17.5._.pdf) •Animal(s) must be treated for tapeworm with a product containing praziquantel not more than 30 days before entering Finland. GERMANY (http://www.bmelv.de/cln_044/DE/00-Home/__Homepage__node.html__nnn=true) IRELAND (http://www.agriculture.gov.ie ) •RNATT test must be performed at least six (6) months prior to entry into Ireland and remains valid as long as the booster vaccination is given on time. •Animal(s) must be treated for tapeworm and ticks between 24 and 48 hours before export. The tapeworm treatment must contain praziquantel. Tick treatment must be licensed for use against ticks. Tick collars are not accepted. LATVIA (http://www.pvd.gov.lv/doc_upl/dzivnieki-english.pdf) • Animals must be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days prior to export. MALTA (http://www.mrae.gov.mt ) (http://www.veterinary.gov.mt/ ) (http://docs.justice.gov. mt/lom/legislation/english/subleg/36/43.pdf ) •Information on the requirements of import into Malta is available from the Food and Veterinary Regulation Division (FVRD) in Albertown, Marsa Contact: Border Inspection Post (BIP) administrator Tel 21650393 Fax 21231805 •RNATT must be performed at least 30 days after the most recent rabies vaccination. •RNATT test must be carried out at least six (6) months prior to export and remains valid as long as the booster vaccination is given on time. •Animal(s) must be treated for tapeworm between 24 to 48 hours before export. The treatment must contain praziquantel. •Animal(s) must be treated for ticks with a product containing fiprinol 24-48 hours before export. •Food & Veterinary Regulations in Albertown need to be informed of your pet/s arrival at least 3 days before arrival. •The animals must have been resident in Australia at least six (6) months before export. NORWAY (http://www.mattilsynet.no/ ) •RNATT must be performed not earlier than 120 days after the latest vaccination and not later than the day the validity of the vaccination expires •Animal(s) must be treated for tapeworm with a product containing praziquantel not more than 10 days before export. •Animal(s) must be inspected by the Norwegian Food Safety Authority upon arrival. The importer must notify the District Office about the time and place of arrival at least 48 hours before export. PORTUGAL (www.dgv.min-agricultura.pt) (http://www2.dgv.min-agricultura.pt/Publicar.nsf/controlos%20principal?OpenForm) •If there are more than 5 pets per exporter, Direcção-Geral de Veterinária (DVG) should be contacted. Direcção-Geral de Veterinária (DVG) Largo da Academia Nacional de Belas Artes, 2 1249-105 Lisboa Tel: (+351) 213 239 500 Fax: (+351) 213 463 518 E-mail: [email protected] *For commercial movement, the following breeds are prohibited from entry into Portugal: Fila brasileiro, Dogue argentino, Pit bull terrier, Rottweiller, American Staffordshire Terrier, Stafford bull terrier, Tosa inu. *The abovementioned breeds may be allowed into Portugal as pets provided they are desexed within four months of entry. SWEDEN (http://www.sjv.se/ ) •RNATT test must be performed between 120 days and 365 days after most recent vaccine and remains valid as long as the booster vaccination is given on time. •The pet(s) must be treated for tapeworm with a preparation containing praziquantel or epsiprantel not more than 10 days before entering Sweden. •Importation must take place at Landvetter airport, Gothenburg or Arlanda airport, Stockholm. SWITZERLAND (http://www.bvet.admin.ch/) Import conditions for dogs from 1st July, 2007 will be the same as to enter the EU: •In addition, dogs must have been resident in Australia, other countries recognized by Switzerland as low risk for rabies**, Switzerland or the EU for at least 6 months or since birth before exporting from Australia. **countries listed in Annex II –Part B, Section 2 and Part C of Regulation (EC) 998/2003 UNITED KINGDOM (http://www.defra.gov.uk ) •RNATT test must be performed at least six (6) months before entry into United Kingdom and remains valid as long as the booster vaccination is given on time. •Animal(s) must be treated for tapeworm and ticks between 24 and 48 hours before export. The tapeworm treatment must contain praziquantel. •Tick treatment must be licensed for use against ticks. Tick collars are not accepted. Top ANIMEX V5.00 For more information contact the ANIMEX administrator. Document prepared by AQIS URL: http://www.aqis.gov.au/animex/asp/Restriction.asp Last updated: 01 Sep 2004 © Commonwealth of Australia 2008 Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Contact Us | Feedback

VCA had a policy on flyers at Showgrounds and KCC Park some years ago, I am sure it was part of the vendor policy for stall holders. Maybe worth speaking with the office or MC Member for an update.

Having owned a Malt for thirteen nearly fourteen years he has his anal glands squeezed when he is bathed. In the early days when he was being shown this was a regular weekly event, now that he is older, this occurs monthly. By having a routine of when to do, we dont get the "smell" that alot of people refer to.

As you would be flying into Adelaide, I would be checking with their rates as they state from Qantas website: Travelling with Pets Exceptions Standards Quarantine Requirements . With the exception of service dogs, pets cannot be carried in the passenger cabin of the aircraft. If travelling on a Qantas operated Australian domestic service (QF400 and above) pets can be considered part of your free baggage allowance, subject to the exceptions below. If you are travelling with a pet you must advise your local Qantas office immediately after you have purchased your ticket to confirm your pet's travel arrangements. If you are booked on an international flight (QF001-QF399) or a domestic sector of an international flight, or if you are not travelling on the same aircraft as your pet, your pets cannot be carried as free baggage. You must send your pet pack as freight and pay the applicable freight charges. All pets^ must be contained in a pet pack on arrival at the passenger terminal. Pets on leads are not permitted. Subject to the exceptions below, for a pet pack to be considered part of your baggage: You must be holding a confirmed reservation; You must lodge your baggage at the passenger terminal at least sixty (60) minutes prior to departure; and The pet pack must conform to the standards listed below. Only small and medium sized pet packs qualify as part of your free baggage allowance. All other pet packs must be lodged directly with a freight company at the freight terminal and will incur a fee. Qantas recommends Australian Air Express.* You will be required to pay excess baggage charges if your baggage, including your pet pack, exceeds the free baggage allowance. There is a limit of two (2) pet packs (no larger than the medium pet pack) per passenger, subject to normal baggage allowances. Additional pet packs will be sent as airfreight and you will be required to pay the applicable freight charges. Exceptions Not permitted at all on Qantas or QantasLink services: Dangerous dogs (full and cross bred), Brazilian Fila, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, American Pit Bull, American Staffordshire and Pit Bull Terriers, kittens and puppies under eight weeks of age and animals that demonstrate aggressive behaviours or show excessive chewing or cage destruction. Restrictions apply to the following dog breeds: Brachycephalic (snub nosed) dogs (full bred only), Bull Dog (any breed), Pug, Pekingese, Boston Terriers and Japanese Chin. These breeds may be accepted on short distance flights of five hours or less, please contact Qantas Telephone Sales for further information. On flights greater than five hours we are unable to accept the above breeds due to their brachycephalic nature. Animals that must be sent as freight: Guard or racing animals, animals that are a part of the defence forces and fresh water live fish (aquarium type). Animals that must be sent as freight to or from these airports: Pets are not permitted in the passenger terminals of the following airports either for departure or arrival: Adelaide, Alice Springs, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gove, Hobart, Karratha, Perth, Port Hedland and Townsville. All permitted pets must be lodged at the Australian air Express freight terminal and you will be required to pay the applicable rate for the carriage of the pet. When pets are travelling to any of these destinations they must be collected from the freight terminal at the arrival destination. Contact Australian Air Express(AaE)* for information. Cages: All cages must meet the specifications outlined in the IATA Live Animal Regulations. Different rules may apply for QantasLink services: For details contact Qantas Telephone Sales. Pets travelling internationally on Qantas as freight: Contact Qantas Freight on 1300 373 444 for further details and information. Pets travelling domestically on Qantas as freight: Contact Australian air Express on 13 12 13 for further details and information. Right to refuse carriage: Qantas reserves the right to refuse carriage of a pet for any reason, including: - Safety or security reasons. - In order to comply with applicable laws, regulations or orders. - Non-compliance with our directions by the person travelling with the pet.

Transporting chilled semen is quite straight forward if handled correctly. I transported some this morning from a Melbourne Veteranian to a Qld Veterinarian. The price you pay is based on the service that is being provided ie pickup, transportation container hire, airfare, delivery. The weight of a chilled semen transportation container is part of the total weight, so pricing for air transport is similar to transportation of a dog. Many breeders I know prefer same day service in preference to overnight services but at the end of the day the final decisions normally comes down to costs and urgency. Let me know if I can help.

NEW Code of Practice for the Management of Dogs and Cats in Shelters and Pounds (Revision 1) The Minister for Agriculture and Food Security has revised the Code of Practice for the Management of Dogs and Cats in Shelters and Pounds. This mandatory Code of Practice, under the Domestic Animals Act 1994, has been reviewed for the first time since it was introduced in 1998. Changes to the Code aim to align management practice with community expectations and the welfare needs of dogs and cats held in shelters and pounds. Input was sought from major stakeholders – including the RSPCA, the Lost Dogs Home, Animal Aid, the Cat Protection Society, Animal Welfare Science Centre and a number of local councils. A review by the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee (AWAC), and a 28-day public consultation period was held in April 2011 – 538 submissions were received. The Code was amended after the consultation period and comes into effect on 30 June 2011. http://new.dpi.vic.gov.au/pets/domestic-animals-legislation/management-of-dogs-and-cats-in-shelters-and-pounds/code-of-practice-for-the-management-of-dogs-and-cats-in-shelters-and-pounds

Received details of forthcoming auction, may be of interest for DOLers. ASSET MANAGERS AUCTIONEERS AND VALUERS PROPERTY AND BUSINESS SALE Dog Grooming, Commercial Washer/Dryers, Catering, IT, Vehicles, Plant & Equipment Liquidation Auction 12.00 noon Tuesday 12th July 2011 Onsite: 17 Bosci Road Ingleburn Under instructions PPB Advisory in the matter of Paw Paws (Waterloo) Pty Ltd (In Liquidation) and Financial Institutions Kennelling & Grooming: Grooming Tables, Liberty and Old_eld Blow Dryers, Portable Pet Enclosures, Trampoline Dog Beds and Mattresses, Travel Cages, Cat Scratchers, Pee Pods & Pet Loo’s, Qty of Towels, Pet Bedding, Shampoo, Conditioner and Dish Washing Liquid, etc. Catering Equipment: Coldtech Single Glass Door Freezer and Fridges, Fagor FI-48BA Commercial Dishwasher, Fisher & Paykel Stainless Steel Upright Freezer, Stainless Steel Trolleys, Washing Up Benches & Shelving, Chest Freezer’s, Westinghouse Bar Fridge, Bromic Refrigeration Cabinet, Microwave’s, etc. IT & Furniture: Samsung Xpression CLX-6240FX Colour Laser Printer, Multi Function Printers, TOA Amp, Linksys Internet Cameras, Assorted Routers, Switches, APC UPS, Server Rack and Assorted PC’s etc, Filing Cabinets, Tables, Gaslift Chairs, Chaise Lounge, Ottomans, Lamp Shades, Bookcases, Co_ee Tables, Assorted Prints, Cordless Telephones, Shredder. Plant & Equipment: Speed Queen Stacked Commercial Front Washer/Dryers, Qty of Aluminium Fence Panels and Gates, Weigh Electronic Platform Scales, Fogmaster Tri-Jet 6208 Atomiser, IS CD1 & Pullman CB15 Industrial Vacuum’s, Ryobi Electric Blower, Qty of Mops and Buckets, Dyson Vacuum Cleaner, 10 x Adjustable Shelf Stock Racks, Fluorescent Lights, 2-Way Radios, Grundig DVD Player, Pioneer 6 Disc CD Player and more. 1300 4 AUCTION (1300 428 284) www.dmsdavlan.com.au Adelaide Brisbane Cairns Devonport Dubbo Melbourne Mildura Moree Perth Shepparton Sydney Toowoomba Townsville Wagga Wagga Enquiries: Mark Pateman 0429 649 930 Inspections From 8.30am Day of Sale TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SALE: Payment Terms: Cash, Bank Cheques, EFTPOS, Credit Card a 2.2% fee applies. Payments to be made by 2pm day following. Buyers Premium: A Buyers Premium will apply to all lots. GST: Sale will be conducted on a GST inclusive basis.

Some really interesting points/ideas have been raised and many are achievable now.

I forwarded the below to Dogs Victoria office: I believe you forwarded the following email to Club Secretaries late yesterday. It has caused some debate as to the reason why this is being implemented? Could you please elaborate as to what purpose the Management Committee has made this decision, was it for protection from puppy farmers or for some other reason. Unfortunately your email does not have a cover sheet to indicate why MC has made this decision. If the membership was to know the reason it may alleviate some of the confusion and innuendo that now exist. and their reply: Thank you for your email, the reason there is no further information at this stage is that the implementation of the policy is not until 1st October. The email to all club secretary’s was by way of courtesy that this policy was being implemented at the later stage. We already have Photo ID as one of the methods of ID on the membership forms this is to ensure that all members use a similar or same method and that we are able to put a face to name. All security and privacy issues will be thoroughly covered before we implement the policy. As we already receive photo ID from many members we have had to have a rigorous process for keeping all information safe. As an Associated Incorporated organisation we come under the Information Privacy Act 2000 as I’m sure you would know so we have to be rigorous about the methods we currently use. Please be assured nothing much needs to change but all members will be informed well before the implementation date. Management Committee and the President in his future report will further explain the reason for this decision, which is really just an extension of what already happens. Kind regards Susan Glasgow Chief Executive