Animals
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Duck gets top billing
It may sound quackers, but a small duck has become an unlikely celebrity at the Western Treatment Plant in Werribee. Birdwatchers and the media have…
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Snake rescued from sticky situation in Point Cook
A tiger snake has been rescued from a rather sticky situation in Point Cook. Veterinarian Karen Davies, from Direct Vet Services in Point Cook, said…
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Dog attacks on the increase
Forty-seven dog attacks against a person have been reported to Wyndham council so far this year, a dramatic increase compared to last year. The council’s…
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Tally-ho for riding school
There will be many tears shed when the Taleeho Riding School in Wyndham Vale closes. The popular riding school will shut down at the weekend…
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Dog delight for paddle pup hero
Dallas Harvey is being hailed a hero after rescuing a dog stranded in a Point Cook lake. Mr Harvey said he saw a post about…
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Snake warning for pets
A snake catcher has warned pet owners to take care as spring begins, after three dogs were bitten by tiger snakes in Wyndham last week.…
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Dogs surrendered after child mauled
Three dogs were surrendered to Wyndham council after one of the animals allegedly mauled a six-year-old girl at a Tarneit property on Saturday. Channel Seven…
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Purrrfect way to find a new home for cats
Truganina photographer Mel Scott uses her artistic skills to help cats and kittens find loving new homes. Scott, who runs a business called Purrticular Photography,…
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Alanah is a friend to all animals
A passion for animals and the environment drives Hoppers Crossing girl Alanah to help all creatures great and small. For her 10th birthday, instead of…
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Search for dogs which attacked Milo
Five-month-old spoodle Milo suffered a fractured leg and bite marks all over his body, after he was attacked by three dogs at a Truganina dog…
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Greyhounds are a pet topic for volunteer
After adopting a greyhound, Point Cook’s Gina Idda decided she wanted to help other greyhounds find loving homes. Ms Idda adopted Scoot, who is nearly…
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Socks finds a haven
When eight-year-old Sophia first laid eyes on Socks, it was love at first sight. Sophia’s family adopted the three-year-old greyhound about a month ago as…
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