Pet Care Advice

Lort Smith volunteer survey results – 2020

At Lort Smith we rely on the incredible work of volunteers who are considered the lifeblood of the organisation, which was built on the vision and commitment of some very special volunteers 85 years ago.

Pet Taskforce survey now open! Have your say on rehoming dogs and cats

Lort Smith recently welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement of a Pet Taskforce dedicated to better support the rehoming of Victorian dogs and cats. The Taskforce is now seeking input from the community and we encourage you to have your say by completing a survey.

Lort Smith releases its 2020 Impact Report and reflects on a tough year for all

Lort Smith reflected on a year that was tough for many in our community as it shared its Impact Report for 2020 with key donors and supporters at an event held at the Melbourne Town Hall.

Lort Smith volunteers are the lifeblood of services to the community

Lort Smith this week celebrates the incredible work of its volunteers who are considered the lifeblood of the organisation, which was built on the vision and commitment of some very special volunteers 85 years ago.

A lasting legacy: Lort Smith celebrates 85 years serving the community

Today iconic Melbourne institution Lort Smith celebrates 85 years serving the community.

Lort Smith welcomes new rental laws as good news for pets and pet carers

Lort Smith’s Head of Hospital, Dr David Cunliffe said, “We welcome the law changing to allow animals to stay with their people and removing barriers to keeping pets when renting a home.

Food dangers for pets

As the largest and busiest not-for-profit animal hospital in Australia, treating around 25,000 clients every year, Lort Smith sees the distressing impact of eating the wrong foods on our pets.