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 …
Many of us are concerned about the impact of the Covid Lockdown on our own waistlines, but have you thought about the impact on your dog’s waistline? While we may be walking our dogs more, we are also probably sneaking in more treats or tidbits off our plates. Multiply this across the number of people …
Has your dog’s waistline expanded during the lockdown? Read More »
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 …
We nicknamed her ‘Fishy’ because this poor little pup was left tied to the gate of our Hobart Home one night, and when staff arrived to take her inside, they quickly discovered that she had a fishhook caught in her mouth. An emergency trip to the vet to remove it, and then little Fishy went …
Little “Butters” was found in the middle of the highway near Launceston by some caring tourists. A tiny pup, with a broken rear leg. They brought her to the Dogs’ Home where she was treated by our vets and taken into foster care with our Vet Nurse Michelle, who always goes the extra mile for …
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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