We have all seen the horrible images of puppy farms on our social media feeds and also the animal rescues sharing images of doggies looking for their furever homes. Today's topic is close to my heart and is talking about the issue of adopting instead of shopping for a new family member.

About Amanda

Amanda's journey with Small Paws Animal Rescue QLD exemplifies the passion and dedication required in animal rescue, especially after a significant career shift. Her decision to dive into this challenging yet fulfilling field highlights not only the emotional rewards of saving and caring for animals but also the resilience needed to navigate the complexities of rescue work. For Amanda, the commitment to animal welfare far surpasses the monotony of a traditional job, driving her to make a remarkable difference in the lives of many furry companions.

Find Small Paws here: https://www.sparqld.com/

And check out 3 Spoilt Dogs products & services here: https://3spoiltdogs.com.au/

We all want our dogs to live their best lives and the word 'natural' is used on a lot of food packaging when it is not actually true. So in this episode, we demystify what natural really means and how you can give your dog more natural foods so they live longer and be healthier.

About Ayda

Ayda is a passionate advocate for natural health, especially for pets. Trained in canine psychology and natural animal nutrition, she founded PetWell®—an all-natural supplements and treats business—after experiencing firsthand how hard it can be to find safe, natural solutions for pets with health issues. As a devoted pet owner herself, Ayda understands the importance of effective, gentle solutions that truly support overall well-being.

https://petwell.com.au/

Do you take your dog to the dog park? Maybe you are concerned about dog attacks, had a bad experience or concerned about how safe they are and how they are maintained. Well this is the episode to listen to as I chat to Councillor Lucy Collier about safety in dog parks.

Link to local dog park finder tool: https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/things-to-see-and-do/council-venues-and-precincts/parks/park-facilities/dog-off-leash-areas-dog-parks
Animal registration and permits https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/community-and-safety/pets-and-livestock/animal-registration-and-permits

More about Lucy here

Lucy is a 4171 local who grew up in Hawthorne and now lives in Morningside with her husband Matt and daughter Maisy.

She is passionate about the local community, having been the past President of the Bulimba Community Centre, helped run the I Love Bulimba and 4171 community Facebook group, Secretary of the Morningside 1 Camp Seven Neighbourhood Watch and been the volunteer co-ordinator for local ANZAC Day services for many years.

Lucy will always work hard to ensure that the local community gets the possible outcomes. She is someone who understands what it means to be local and will fight to protect the beautiful Morningside Ward community.

Lucy’s top priorities as the Councillor for Morningside Ward include addressing local traffic congestion issues, ensuring local voices are heard when it comes to managing traffic and fighting for improved community facilities to cater for increasing demand.

Lucy is the Deputy Leader of the Opposition in Council and Opposition Spokesperson on the Transport Committee and the Finance and City Governance Committee.

Cr Lucy Collier on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/crlucycollier/

Cr Lucy Collier on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crlucycollier