Proud members of AWLA AWL NSW AWL SA AWL QLD LORT SMITH ANIMAL HOSPITAL (VIC) DOGS’ HOMES OF TASMANIA SAFE Inc (WA) Supportive, explicit, written agreements between the provider and the resident (enforceable legal document) Policy demonstrating clarity of process, restrictions of the type and number of pets allowed and clear procedures, especially in relation to any breach of the agreement Policy demonstrates a positive and reasonable attitude to pet ownership Working Panel to assess applications to keep pets representing residents, provider, – vet, animal welfare personnel and animal trainer or behaviourist Nominated caretakers are specified in the event the pet is unable to be cared for by the resident. Owner responsibilities are clearly stated Experienced animal care volunteers to support residents The World Health Organisation has endorsed the call for governments to recognise the therapeutic value of the human-animal bond and utilise this knowledge to enact positive legislation for pets in both housing and residential care. (IAHAIO, 1995 Geneva Declaration) Legislation:
Proud members of AWLA AWL NSW AWL SA AWL QLD LORT SMITH ANIMAL HOSPITAL (VIC) DOGS’ HOMES OF TASMANIA SAFE Inc (WA) Supportive, explicit, written agreements between the provider and the resident (enforceable legal document) Policy demonstrating clarity of process, restrictions of the type and number of pets allowed and clear procedures, especially in relation to any breach of the agreement Policy demonstrates a positive and reasonable attitude to pet ownership Working Panel to assess applications to keep pets – representing residents, provider, vet, animal welfare personnel and animal trainer or behaviourist Nominated caretakers are specified in the event the pet is unable to be cared for by the resident. Owner responsibilities are clearly stated Experienced animal care volunteers to support residents The World Health Organisation has endorsed the call for governments to recognise the therapeutic value of the human-animal bond and utilise this knowledge to enact positive legislation for pets in both housing and residential care. (IAHAIO, 1995 Geneva Declaration) Legislation:
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