Looking for an expert on pet rescue?
andreas strauss
May 31, 2022
Need an expert or a story idea about pet rescue?
Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards 2022
has got you covered!
The Companion Animal Rescue Awards is a ‘for purpose’ national program whose mission is to celebrate and recognise achievements in the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of companion animals in Australia. It is the platform to showcase inspiring examples of excellence and innovation in rescue, sheltering and companion animal welfare.
Pet adoption advocate and Rescue Awards Founder Cathy Beer welcomes back Pet Insurance Australia is the Platinum Rescue Hero & Naming Partner. The program is called the ‘Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards 2022’.
Entries are now open to rescue groups, animal shelters, councils and other companion animal welfare organisations keeping people and their pets together Australia-wide. Entry deadline is 31 July 2022. Thank you to the 2022 Judges and Supporters of the Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards.
DOWNLOAD Press Release, Media Information Sheet, Media Image Gallery (credit to Jo Lyons Photography) including photos of the launch of the 2022 Pet Insurance Australia Companion Animal Rescue Awards and Videos of messages from past winners and Rescue Awards Ambassador Lara Shannon.
CONTACT Below are our experts plus last year’s winners and finalists who are available for interviews over the next few weeks. To contact the experts – Rescue Awards publicist Caroline Zambrano petjourno@gmail.com or 0403 550 730.
Browse some topic ideas here …
How to sniff out an online pet scam
Vickie Davy, Co-Founder & Joint CEO of PetRescue, Rescue Awards Judge and Gold Rescue Partner
Tips for choosing a responsible and ethical rescue group/org when you want to adopt
Cathy Beer, Rescue Awards founder and pet adoption advocate from Pets4Life, an independent education resource and provider of force-free dog training services
Tips to help your rescue dog or cat settle in after adoption
Lara Shannon, Rescue Awards Ambassador, certified dog trainer, animal welfare advocate, co-host of Pooches at Play TV show and author of books “Eat, Play, Love Your Dog” and “World of Dogs”
Rescue pet behaviour issues caused by pandemic and solutions to help your dog to cope
Barbara Hodel, Rescue Awards Judge, qualified dog trainer, author and President of the Pet Professional Guild of Australia
Case study – Harry, Fritz & Shona Arkema of Newport, NSW
How to become a foster carer for rescue pets
Saskia Adams of Forever Friends Animal Rescue, VIC – 2021 Winner Outstanding Rescue Group
Case study – Ravenpaw & Priyanka Prabhaharan of Eastwood, NSW – 2021 Foster Carer Story Finalist
Learn about good insurance coverage for adopted pets
* Nadia Crighton, spokesperson for Pet Insurance Australia, Platinum Rescue Hero & Naming Partner
Advice for adopting pets with disabilities, such as spina bifida, vision, hearing loss
* Dr Leigh Davidson, Veterinarian from Your Vet Online and Rescue Awards Judge
* Lara Shannon, Rescue Awards Ambassador, certified dog trainer
Overcoming myths and misconceptions about rescue dogs / aggressive dogs
* Lara Shannon, Rescue Awards Ambassador, certified dog trainer
* Barbara Hodel, Rescue Awards Judge, qualified dog trainer, President of Pet Professionals Guild of Australia
Burnout in rescue groups and animal shelters and tips to prevent volunteer compassion fatigue
Dr Vanessa Rohlf, Rescue Awards Judge and compassion fatigue therapist
How to choose a dog for your lifestyle
* Lara Shannon, Rescue Awards Ambassador, certified dog trainer
* Barbara Hodel, Rescue Awards Judge, qualified dog trainer, President of Pet Professionals Guild of Australia
Case study – Venus & Hall family of Elizabeth Park, SA – 2021 People’s Rescue Finalist
Caring for your senior rescue pet, especially in colder months
Dr Leigh Davidson, Veterinarian from Your Vet Online and Rescue Awards Judge
How can Councils make a positive impact for pets and residents in their community? Emeritus Professor Jacquie Rand, Executive Director & Chief Scientist of the Australian Pet Welfare Foundation and Rescue Awards Judge
Rodent Rescue! Benefits of adopting a rat or mouse
Rachel Greenfield of Rachies Ratirement, QLD – 2021 Winner Outstanding Animal Shelter
Case study – Mack Daddy & Alison of Brisbane, QLD 2021 Foster Carer Story Finalist
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