Self-directed Learning

Take your learning to the next level. The information provided on this page is to give you the opportunity to further broaden your knowledge on the topic of companion animal care. You can pick and choose from the suggestions below and follow your own personal interests.

Topic 1 – NZ Legislation Relating to Animal Care

• Animal Welfare in New Zealand
• The New Zealand Animal Welfare Strategy
• Department of Conservation reminds dog owners to obey rules to avoid fines this summer | Newshub
• Pets in Parks — North & South Magazine (northandsouth.co.nz)
• ENDURING: Kia Pūmau Tonu | Restoring the heart of Te Urewera (stuff.co.nz)

Topic 2 – Health and Safety at Work

• Pathways Awarua – health and safety content. Join here: Pathways Awarua homepage
• Sunday Story on threats against SPCA

Topic 3 – Workplace Hazards and Emergencies

• Animals in disasters | World Animal Protection
• https://www.animalevac.nz/
• Animal Shelter Wellington - Dog Shelter New Zealand (huha.org.nz)
• West Coast and South Island floods 2021 - Post Event Report (mpi.govt.nz)

Topic 4 – Codes of Practice for Animal Welfare

• Leanne Norman: Rat bait poisoning common in dogs - NZ Herald

Topic 5 – Sustainable Practices in Animal Welfare

• Pet Care in New Zealand
• Environmental Sustainability Investment Prospectus
• https://www.psychologytoday.com/nz/blog/the-social-self/202310/pet-connections-promote-environmental-sustainability
• Wellington Zoo: Leading the way with the Sustainable Development Goals | Toitū Envirocare (toitu.co.nz)