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AAWS E-Newsletter October edition
October 08-2013
The AAWS and the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) has continued to advance the issue of caring for animals in emergencies, co-sponsoring the third National Workshop on Plans for Animals in Disasters held in Melbourne last month. View more
Unravelling the relationship between humans and zoo animals
October 17-2013
Melbourne University PhD student, Sally Sherwen, says the impact of visitor presence and behaviour on zoo animals remains poorly understood, which is why she is monitoring the responses of various animal species in Victoria's zoos.View more
Bushfires highlight large animal rescue needs
October 23-2013
The NSW bushfires have again highlighted the needs of animals caught in natural disasters, with an upcoming international conference to be held in Australia set to focus on rescue techniques.View more
