Library: Animal Studies: Working in the industry

Websites

Domestic animal businesses : Agriculture Victoria
Rules and regulations around pet shop, breeding, animal shelters and dog trainers and boarding establishments.
RSPCA
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Victoria) is a non-government, community based charity that works to prevent cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection.
RSPCA Victoria was established in Melbourne in 1871. Since this time, the RSPCA has become Australia's leading animal welfare charity.

Professional associations

Joining a professional association is a good way to keep up to date with changes within the the Animal Care industry and make possible employment connections.

Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia
Professional association for Australian vet nurses and technicians. Good for ongoing professional development with online conferences and publications.
Student membership is available.
Australian Veterinary Association
Some of the resources are useful
American Veterinary Medical Association
AVMA
British Small Animal Veterinary Association
BSAVA

Animal sanctuaries and shelters

Bendigo Animal Relief Centre
BARC provides feed, shelter and medical treatment to animals who have become lost, seized or surrendered. Located in East Bendigo
Bendigo Animal Welfare & Community Services
BAWCS is a ‘no kill’ shelter and farm sanctuary. Located in Huntly.
Edgar's Mission
Sanctuary for rescued farmed animals. Located outside of Lancefield.
Pets Haven Foundation
Re-homes orphan felines and canines who would otherwise have no future. Located in Woodend.
Second Chance Animal Rescue
SCAR rescue and rehabilitate dogs and cats due to be euthanised at pounds and shelters. Located in Craigieburn

Pathways and advice

Bendigo TAFE Apprenticeships - Contacts and Useful Links
For Bendigo Students: A list of useful contacts and links for apprentice support
Information for schools
Training programs, study options and support services that can help students achieve their potential.
Kangan Institute Apprenticeships and Traineeships
For Kangan Students: Talk to us about starting an apprenticeship or traineeship. All the information you need is here

Job seeking websites

Vetlink Employment Service
Australian based specialist recruitment agency for the veterinary industry with jobs around the world.
Vet Nurses and other support staff : Kookaburra Veterinary Employment
Job board advertising for vet nurses and support staff such as; groomers and animal attendants.
Jora
Animal attendant jobs across Victoria.

Dog handing careers

Detector dog handler with the Australian Border Force
Australia's frontline border law enforcement agency and customs service. An operationally independent body within the Home Affairs portfolio.
Careers with Seeing Eye Dogs Australia
Vision Australia Seeing Eye Dogs is the only national provider of world-class bred and trained dogs, which help to provide independence for people who are blind or have low vision.
Careers with Guide Dogs Victoria
Guide Dogs Victoria work to ensure people with low vision or blindness are active and involved members of the community.

Working at a clinic

Scottish Vets Down Under
What is is like working in a vet clinic?
Follow two Scottish vets

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Animal Studies: Working in the industry

Animal Studies subject guide

So You Want to Be a Vet? (eBook)

The Customer Service Survival Kit (eBook)

Handbook of Veterinary Communication Skills (eBook)

Powerful Phrases for Effective Customer Service (eBook)

Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care (eBook)

500 Tips for Communicating with the Public (eBook)

Ten Steps to Building a Successful Veterinary Practice (eBook)