| Region |
Organiser |
Event Details |
| Free International Reiki Animal Healing |
| AUSTRALIA - Brisbane
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Natural Animal Care |
My friend Lucy Gabrielle (www.lucygabrielle.com) and I, Eileen McLean (www.naturalanimalcare.com) are teaching Animal Reiki II on Oct 4 and are incorporating a World Animal Day healing into the event. If people would like us to add their animal/s to the list of healing recipients please email info@naturalanimalcare.com with the names of those to receive Reiki energy. We are located in Brisbane, Australia but can send distance healing around the world. Regards,
Eileen McLean, Natural Animal Care
www.naturalanimalcare.com |
| Information Stall |
| TASMANIA - Hobart
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Against Animal Cruelty Tasmania (AACT) |
Against Animal Cruelty Tasmania (AACT) will celebrate World Animal Day on October 3 from 11am to 3pm in Hobart. We will be having an information stall combined with audio-visual display, and other groups will be having displays and stalls too. We will also be walking the nearby markets and passing out pro-animal leaflets to spread the message to the masses. Contact jacana@bluemaxx.com.au or goto www.aact.org.au. Regards, Chris Simcox, Against Animal Cruelty Tasmania
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| Dogs Day Out |
| AUSTRALIA - Gold Coast, Queensland
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Green Cross Vets |
We are holding a 'Dogs Day Out' at Albert Park, Monaco Street, Broadbeach Waters, from 10am - 3pm on Sunday 4th October in celebration of World Animal Day and to raise funds for the Queensland RSPCA. There will be lots of fun activities, information and prizes including: Sausage Sizzle, FREE Nail Clipping, Hampers and Prizes, Kids Jumping Castle & Face Painting, Information on General Pet Care, Best Dressed Pooch Competition. Help raise money for the RSPCA while enjoying a great day out with your family. All staff are donating their time to this great cause. Email: tracy.wilson@greencrossvet.com.au Website: www.greencrossvet.com.au |
| The emotional and moral lives of animals and why they matter. |
| NEW ZEALAND - Auckland
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University of Auckland |
Marc Beckoff: Animal passions and wild justice: The emotional and moral lives of animals and why they matter. When: 7pm on Wednesday 7 October. Where: Lecture Theatre OGGB4, Owen G. Glenn Building, University of Auckland, 12 Grafton Road, Auckland. Marc Beckoff is a Professor at the University of Colorado, Boulder, has written or edited 24 books, published in 14 languages, on animal behaviours, emotions, ethics and rights. He will talk on the range of research that clearly shows that animals are emotional and empathic beings and that they display moral intelligence.
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| Vegetarian Event |
| NEW ZEALAND - Auckland
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Ananda Marga |
Celebrating World Vegetarian Day on World Animal Day. Where: Ananda Marga Centre, 51 Sussex Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland. When: Sunday 4th October from 10 am – 6 pm. A one – day event celebrating spirituality and vegetarianism. A variety of presentations including speakers and cooking demonstrations. Email for more details: worldvegdaynz@gmail.com |
| Celebrating World Animal Day |
| AUSTRALIA - Murdoch University, Perth, WA
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Murdoch Animal Welfare Society |
On October 7th, the Murdoch Animal Welfare Society is hosting this year's World Animal Day Celebration. Once again the veterinary school will gather together to recognize the animals which have contributed to our education and to celebrate the ways in which all of our patients, both past and future, have shaped our lives. Eloise Stikeman, President |
| Blessing of the Animals at Trinity Chapel, The University of Melbourne |
| AUSTRALIA - Parkville, VIC 3052
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Trinity College Chapel, The University of Melbourne |
On Monday, 5 October at 7.30pm, Trinity College Chapel is celebrating World Animal Day/St Francis Day with a service of Holy Communion with Blessing of Animals in the College's front court. Guest speaker: Dr Hugh Wirth of RSPCA Victoria. Gather on the Bulpadock (in Chapel if wet). All welcome, with or without animals. For further details please contact Philip Nicholls, Chaplaincy Administrator on: 03 9348 7495 or email: pnicholl@trinity.unimelb.edu.au |
| ScrapBooking Competition |
| AUSTRALIA - Mt. Gravatt, Brisbane, Queensland.
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Pet City |
Pet City is excited to announce a Pet Themed ScrapBooking Competition for the month of September! In celebration of World Animal Day, we invite any and all of our Customers to submit entries. There are 6 categories and fabulous prizes to be won for each. Entries close on 30th September and winners will be contacted on 1st October and listed on website. Help Pet City celebrate World Animal Day by visiting the store where, thanks to the support of many pet companies, discounts, promotions and pet health education will be available from 1st - 10th October. For more information about this event and to enter the competition, please visit the company website at www.petcity.com.au or contact Kim Contenati at the store by telephone on 07 33492087 or send an email to kim@petcity.com.au |
| Shelter Open Day |
| AUSTRALIA - Somersby, Central Coast, NSW
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RSPCA, Somersby |
At our Shelter this year we are celebrating World Animal Day with a huge open day with stalls etc. Wendy Fry. |
| Free Mammal Poster to Mark World Animal Day |
| AUSTRALIA
|
Steve Parish Publishing |
Steve Parish Publishing invites Australians to register with Steve Parish Publishing on the 4th of October 2009 to receive a free Steve Parish poster, valued at AUD $9.95 rrp. Simply visit www.steveparish.com.au. This offer is valid for Australian residents only. Michelle Tucker, Marketing Manager, Steve Parish Publishing. |
| Paws on Parade |
| NEW ZEALAND - Christchurch
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Canterbury RSPCA |
The Canterbury SPCA is celebrating World Animal Day with a ‘Paws on Parade’ animal procession in the Cathedral Square followed by a Blessing of the Animals service at the ChristChurch Cathedral. This special day also celebrates St Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals. Adults and children are invited to bring their pets to join the Paws on Parade procession, which starts at 2.30, and then participate in the Blessing of the Animals service at 3pm. Animal lovers and pet owners can join in the fun with or without their pets. Animals may be brought into the square from 2pm. All animals must be appropriately contained or on leads. Owners must pick up any faecal matter left by their pets. There will be a special badge for everyone to wear at this event - simply download it from our website and wear it on the day. For more details about what's happening in Christchurch in celebration of World Animla Day, check out our website: www.rspca-canty.co.nz or email: fiona@canterburyrspca.co.nz or contact: Fiona Maddison, Promotions Officer, Ph. 349 7057. |
| World Animal Day Gala Ball |
| AUSTRALIA - Melbourne, Victoria
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RSPCA Victoria |
On Friday 2 October, 2009, RSPCA Victoria will celebrate this special day by hosting the World Animal Day Gala Ball. In 2008 this event raised in excess of AUD$155,000 for animal rescue and adoption services thanks to the support of over 460 guests and the overwhelming success of the live and silent auctions. In 2009 the World Animal Day Gala Ball will be held at the exquisite new location of the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins. All funds raised at the event will directly support the RSPCA’s animal rescue and adoption services. The 2009 Gala Ball will feature: A special Bushfire Appeal presentation detailing the relief efforts of the RSPCA; A traditional live auction featuring fabulous overseas holidays, celebrity memorabilia and thrill-seeker experiences; A silent auction featuring an exciting range of high quality items; Live music and special entertainment; Celebrity guests; A delicious three-course meal with premium wines; Gift bags for all guests. For more information and to book your tickets now, visit www.rspcavic.org |
| International Day of the Donkey |
| AUSTRALIA - Clarence Town, New South Wales
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Good Samaritan Donkey Sanctuary |
We have already begun preliminary plans for this year’s World Animal Day celebration which we call “INTERNATIONAL DAY OF THE DONKEY”, (IDD). This year it will be held on 26th September to avoid clashing with other animal-related events. Thanking You, Jo-Anne Kokas OAM, Secretary / Founder
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| Annual World Animal Day Celebration |
| AUSTRALIA - Willowmavin, Victoria
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Edgar's Mission Farm Sanctuary |
Edgar's Mission Farm Sanctuary will be holding its annual World Animal Day celebration on Sunday October 4th at our unique sanctuary for rescued farmed animals. As the Australian Ambassador for World Animal Day, I am encouraging everyone to join us on this special day and if they are not able to make it to do something special where ever they may live.
At Edgar's Mission we will be celebrating the day by having inspirational speakers, farm tours, a special walk for the animals, demonstrations, a vegan barbeque and much more.
For more information www.edgarsmission.org.au
or email info@edgarsmission.org.au
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