Archie came to us with significant toileting issues which the owners had tried to manage for years. Archie poos and wees everywhere, anywhere and anytime. The owners had tried everything and reluctantly called us for help and finally made the heartbreaking decision to surrender Archie to us. They are to be commended for the effort …
We have noticed how chilled and relaxed our adoption dogs are since we have limited public access to comply with COVID 19 related regulations. With less people gathering in our adoption area the dogs are more relaxed, and less prone to becoming over aroused and engaged in excessive barking. In the past we have offered …
Sadly, reports of sick dogs have been popping up on Facebook. There have been confirmed cases of canine coronavirus in the community and also amongstracing greyhounds. The Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment put out pressreleases in March and earlier this month. The press release describes the virus as a contagious gastroenteritis(vomiting/diarrhoea). This form …
2020 began with great expectation until COVID 19 encroached and changed all our lives. An uncertain world presented. I was looking forward to our 70th anniversary year but celebrations were set aside and our energy is now focused on ensuring our furry friends are cared for amidst the COVID 19 restrictions. I am immensely proud …
Enrichment is the buzz word for providing fun activities that support your dog’s mental wellbeing. Dogs and owners benefit through engagement reducing boredom and ‘naughty’ behaviours such as barking, digging and chewing. Ideas for activities and toys that you can do on the cheap are available online. Try a range of activities until you find …
In the midst of so many serious announcements I am delighted launch our brand new website and congratulate everyone involved in its development. In particular I would like to thank the long-time supporter whose substantial donation funded the re-development. We could not continue our work without donations, large and small, and I’m heartened by the …
Dogs’ Homes of Tasmania (DHOT) has been here for dogs for 70 years. We re-unite lost dogs with their families and find new homes for unwanted dogs. We are committed to zero euthanasia of healthy, temperamentally sound dogs.
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