6 PET OF THE WEEK FOR MORE VISIT AWLQLD.COM.AU OR CALL 5509 9000 Creating a brighter future Animal Welfare League Qld Est. 1959 PET OF THE MONTH Squeak Animal ID: 131928 | Domestic Medium Hair Age: 2yrs, 1 month | Female | Black & White Squeak! Yes, my name is Squeak, let me tell you the reason I got called Squeak. I happened to wander into AWLQ a couple of weeks ago and as soon as I met the staff here, they knew they had to call me Squeak, If you happen to hear me meow It sounds more like a mouse squeak! Th staff say its the cutest thing! I am still getting use to my new room in the rehoming building so I may not be the first to approach but If you come over to me, I absolutely loveeeee pats! Sully Animal ID: 132281 | Australian Kelpie Age: 1yr 5months | Male | Black & Tan Hi there, I’m Sully! My days are filled with boundless energy and I’m always up for a game of fetch. My dream home would be one where i can have a big basket of toys and go adventuring with my new family. I love making friends, whether they’re humans or other dogs. I would be happy if I had another dog at home, so if you have another dog at home, please bring them down to meet me! I’m a young guy, still learning the ropes, so I need someone patient to help me with my training. I’m a bit of a goofball, but that’s part of my charm! I promise to keep you entertained with my playful antics and my friendly nature. I’m looking for a forever home where I can be a loyal companion and bring joy to your life. Adopting me means gaining a friend who will love you unconditionally! So come and meet me today! When you choose to leave a bequest to Animal Welfare League Queensland in your Will, your gift will directly help create a brighter future for animals in need and provide a safe haven for over 11,000 animals every year. Your gift ensures your passion for animal welfare and protection continues to live on into the future. A GIFT IN YOUR WILL HAS THE ABILITY TO SAVE THOUSANDS OF ANIMALS Your gift gives them hope. Tick cases on the rise in South East QLD Animal Welfare League Queensland calls on pet owners to be vigilant this tick season. Tick season has started in South East Queensland and Animal Welfare League Queensland’s (AWLQ) Community Vet Clinics (CVCs) have been seeing a rise in tick-related cases in recent weeks. Since August, AWLQ’s CVCs have already treated 26 tick-related cases in both cats and dogs (including Border Collie pup, Skylah, pictured right) with this year’s mild winter and recent warmer weather likely boosting local tick populations. Paralysis ticks are parasites that attach themselves to animals in order to drain their blood. As they do this, they secrete a toxin that affects animals’ nervous systems, leading to sickness or death. Pet owners are urged to take preventive steps against paralysis ticks, including ensuring their pet’s tick medication is consistently up to date every 30 days and thoroughly examining pets daily. Remember to check between their toes, inside their ears, nose, mouth and their belly. “Prevention is a lot better and cheaper than cure. Ensuring your dog or cat is consistently up-todate with their tick prevention medication is paramount,” said Dr Dia Charalambous, AWLQ Vet Director. “Keep an eye out for any symptoms. If you notice symptoms or you do find a tick on your pet, the best thing to do is take them into your local vet clinic. If you do remove a tick from your pet yourself, ensure you take the remainder of the tick with you to your vet so they can identify it.” When the tick first attaches to the animal, it won’t have any signs of paralysis. If you can find the tick early before enough toxins have been injected into their system, it can help prevent any symptoms of paralysis. Common signs and symptoms that your pet may be suffering from paralysis tick toxins include: • Vomiting or dry retching • Lethargy • Loss of appetite • Excessive salivating • Coughing or loud panting • Wobbly gait • Weakness in the hind limbs, progressing to total paralysis Ticks often live in bushland or scrubby areas. Avoiding tick habitats can also reduce risk. Ensure you consult your vet about the most suitable treatment for your pet.
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