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March 27th, 2018
Make sure the Easter Bunny keeps chocolate treats well hidden from pet dogs
While we’re all getting ready to enjoy an Easter egg or two this weekend, it’s important to remember that while chocolate is a delicious treat for humans, it can be potentially life threatening for our canine companions.
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March 23rd, 2018
Fiona Webster appointed permanent CEO of Lort Smith
Fiona Webster has been appointed to the ongoing role of Lort Smith CEO, taking on the permanent position following a three-month period as interim CEO.
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November 17th, 2017
Six dumped puppies given second chance by Lort Smith
Seven, one-week old puppies were surrendered to Lort Smith on Sunday 12 November. They were found in hard rubbish last Friday 10 November in Hoppers Crossing. The finder bottle fed them before surrendering them to us.
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August 3rd, 2017
Bubbles not balloons, as Lort Smith joins campaign to protect seabirds
Lort Smith has joined Zoos Victoria and Phillip Island Nature Park’s campaign to protect native birdlife by pledging to stop using balloons at outdoor events.
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June 14th, 2017
Figures show Lort Smith cares for more than 700 animals every week
Iconic Melbourne-based not-for-profit Lort Smith has revealed in its Annual Report that in 2016 its team of vets and nurses performed a total of 37,996 consultations - that’s an average of 730 animals cared for every week.
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June 7th, 2017
Delicate goldfish surgery an eye-opener at Lort Smith
Gary the goldfish is recuperating at home after micro-surgery to remove his enlarged eye was successfully completed by the team at Lort Smith Animal Hospital recently.
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June 5th, 2017
Keep your pooch clean and support the Lort Smith Adoption Centre
Keeping your dog clean can sometimes be a full time job, but now you can make sure your four-legged friend is looking their best, while also helping animals in need at the new Lort Smith DIY Dog Wash.
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April 20th, 2017
Dr Leanne volunteers her skills in the Cook Islands
Lort Smith's Dr Leanne Pinfold carried out a volunteer veterinary placement at the Esther Honey Foundation (EHF) Animal Clinic in Rarotonga, Cook Islands. Read about her amazing experience.
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