Key messages

AVA PetPEP has been designed by vets in collaboration with teachers to enhance existing school programs.

Thanks to the support of your local vet and council, there is no cost to schools for an AVA PetPEP school visit involving animal care professionals.

Your PetPEP visit may include presentations from vets or vet nurses, council officers, RSPCA volunteers and representatives from other animal welfare organisations such as wildlife groups, dog obedience clubs, and guide and assistance dogs.

AVA PetPEP school visits are fully coordinated by the Education Team at the AVA and reinforce key messages including:

• Responsible pet ownership
• Safety around animals
• Healthy living (pets & people)
• Welfare of animals
• Animals and the Community

Pets and animals

• What animals can be kept as pets?
• The needs of animals
• Pets and wildlife

Health and safety

• Keeping our pets healthy and happy
• What are the signs of a healthy pet?
• How do we stay safe and healthy around pets?
• Approaching dogs safely

Community helpers

What is the role of a vet, vet nurse, local laws officer, the RSPCA or state government in our local community?

Rules and local government

• What rules do we need to follow when we have pets?
• Legal and social responsibilities of pet ownership

Families

• Pets as part of our family
• Choosing the right pet for your family