We are dedicated to preserving the bond between older Australians and their furry, finned and feathered friends.
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Who we are
Australia is a nation of animal lovers, yet just 18% of aged care facilities consider allowing residents to keep a pet.
Pet Friendly Aged Care exists to grow the number of older people who thrive in the company of companion animals by sharing the benefits of a pet-friendly approach with aged care homes and their residents.
We are also committed to working with the government and home-care services to include pet support in home care package offerings.
Enid & Bailey: A story of love, loss and new beginnings
Posted: September 2024
From heartbreak to healing, 78-year-old Enid has experienced love, loss and new beginnings with rescue dogs from SAFE Inc – like Bailey, who brings her joy and unwavering support in her retirement years.
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Deb cherishes a feathered wedding at Snug Village
Posted: July 2024
Deb loves life at Snug Village surrounded by animals from alpacas, baby ducks, cats and therapy dogs to beloved budgies Rosie and Pretty! She even got to attend a budgie wedding!
[Read More]We’re right on the precipice of making significant changes to aged care that could positively change the everyday lives of residents.
Dr Janette Young, University of South Australia
The Pet-Friendly Aged Care program is owned and run by Companion Animal Network Australia - Australia CAN, a registered charity representing the companion animal welfare work of member organisations across Australia who have more than 300 years’ combined experience caring for animals.
