Pet Care Advice

Lort Smith Pet Therapy volunteers move online to help the community

Lort Smith Pet Therapy teams have been creating videos to provide enriching experiences to Melbourne’s most in need.

Caring for your cat in quarantine

We’ve all heard recently about the extremely rare cases of COVID-19 found in one tiger and two smaller felines in Hong Kong and Belgium. While it might seem daunting, the reality is basic hygiene principals will help keep your pet safe from COVID-19.

Caring for your pet if you have to self-isolate during the COVID-19 outbreak

Information within this article is based on current advice. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.

No current evidence suggesting companion animals can give humans COVID-19

The current spread is a result of human to human transmission.

Lort Smith welcomes new Victorian tenancy laws

As of 2 March 2020, Victorian tenants wanting to incorporate a pet into their lifestyle can request their landlord’s consent via Consumer Affairs Victoria.

Watch out for BBQ snatchers

Sunny weekends are a great chance to get family and friends together for a BBQ. However the combination of BBQ meals and pets can result in injury – both directly and indirectly.

Unscheduled fireworks: vigilance keeps your pet safe

This Australia Day the State Government of Victoria has cancelled the 2020 Fireworks display, and many councils have followed suit. While this is a welcome sigh of relief for pet owners, it doesn’t prevent unscheduled fireworks which cause pets distress.

Providing support to animals affected by Australian bushfires

The Lort Smith team and community are incredibly saddened by the level of devastation caused by the bushfires across our beloved country. Our hearts break as the loss of life, both human and animal, continues to increase.