Toy possum sales fund possum first aid
The 2023 Ringtail Tally revealed some sobering statistics, with 64% of Western Ringtail Possum fatalities occurring on our roads. Many more possums are injured by traffic, domestic pets, and foxes. There is now cause for hope with a new project to train wildlife rehabilitators in first aid for possums. Local wildlife rehabilitators are invited to […]
Impounded cats receive catio treatment
Impounded cats will now spend time in a newly installed catio while awaiting collection from pet owners at the City of Busselton Animal Care Facility. Cat owners can see first-hand what a well-designed and constructed catio looks like, including all the essential features required to ensure cats are safe and comfortable while contained. With increasing […]
‘Pets Night In’ saves wildlife
Seventy-five families have joined local film and TV actor Myles Pollard, world surfing league family the Macaulay’s, and local vets by committing to keep their pets contained or inside for ‘Pets’ Night In’. Organised by GeoCatch, the second annual Pet’s Night In encourages responsible pet ownership to help keep pets safe and protect local wildlife […]
1000 Seedlings planted for possum habitat
In the lead-up to World Environment Day, hardy volunteers braved strong winds to help plant 1000 seedlings at Dolphin Rd boat ramp foreshore in Busselton. Many of the volunteers have participated in previous planting at this site and were excited to see the fruits of their labour as the trees mature. The native seedlings help […]
Take the pledge – Pets Night In
Pet owners are encouraged to join local film and television actor Myles Pollard, world surfing league family the Macaulay’s, and local vet Dr Richard Lucas in taking the pledge to keep their cats and dogs indoors or contained for Pets’ Night In, Monday 5th June. Pets’ Night In coincides with World Environment Day on June […]
Nest building for wildlife workshop
Sixty participants recently attended the Nest Building for Wildlife workshop at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School. Families were shown how to build nest boxes that will now be installed in bushland areas for local animals to nest and raise their young. GeoCatch will monitor the boxes and share the data throughout the year. Presented by award-winning […]
Local Vets encourage catio installs
Dr Richard Lucas from Busselton Vet Hospital is encouraging cat owners to take advantage of GeoCatch’s $200 catio rebate to keep your cat safe. “Catio’s are vital to keeping your cat safe and protecting our native wildlife, and I’m speaking from personal experience. We’ve felt the heartbreak of a cat disappearing for days or getting […]
New Community Resource for Responsible Pet Owners
Following the success of two recent cat enclosure rebates in the Bunbury and Geographe Bay regions, South West Catchments Council (SWCC) is teaming up with GeoCatch and SAFE Bunbury to provide more support to responsible pet owners through a new Facebook community group. The ‘Responsible Pet Owners SW WA’ group has been created for pet […]
Cats in catios becoming a social norm
Cat owners gathered in large numbers to learn how to keep their cats and wildlife safe at GeoCatch’s Catio (cat enclosure) and Gardening for Wildlife Workshop last weekend at Busselton Bunnings. An increasing number of local cat owners are opting to keep their cats contained in catios, a fully enclosed outdoor space connected to your […]
Catio rebate keeps cats and wildlife safe
Have you heard of a catio? GeoCatch is offering a $200 rebate for cat owners in the Geographe Bay Catchment to install a new catio. A catio is a fully enclosed outdoor space that allows your cat to spend time outside your home and keep wildlife safe. Animal behavioralists and the RSPCA agree that cats […]
