At eight weeks old, specially bred and selected Labradors and Golden Retrievers begin their training with foster families. Their daily routine is one of fun, sleep, exercise, house training, and basic obedience. Puppies enjoy lots of socialisation and public interaction out in the community. When they are...
Smart Pups needs $735,000 by the end of the month to secure new, larger premises on the Sunshine Coast and continue supplying assistance dogs to children with special needs. Smart Pups CEO Janelle Denny said the pressure was on to ensure the future of the charity...
Four cute Smart Pups showed off their stretching ability and finely tuned downward dog skills at a Stretch and Fetch yoga fundraiser at Mudjimba on Sunday, 29 May. Eight-week-old pups Tula, Tully, Lynchy and Trapper joined yoga instructor Celia for a relaxing Sunday morning yoga session,...
We are proud to be part of a scheme that will provide assistance dogs to veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). With Smart Pups Assistance Dogs being one of only two certified assistance dog programs selected to work with the veteran community. Specially trained assistance...
This week at Smart Pups.. I attended a low key gathering of prisoner dog handlers, correctional centre management, staff who supervise the handlers and staff who volunteer to foster Smart Pups in their homes. The occasion was held to mark the completion of prison training...
This week at Smart Pups…. As the weather warms up, and in some places at least, becomes humid and wet, I wanted to use this blog to give a timely reminder about the paralysis tick. Any fosters or clients with placed dogs that reside on Australia’s...
The first Play For Purpose draw is less than a week away and we're so thankful for all the support so far. For those who don't know, we've partnered with Play for Purpose, the not-for-profit charity lottery that gives you the chance to win one of...
Join us to celebrate, connect & learn more about our Best Friends at the greatest festival in the world dedicated to Dogs and the humans who love them. Click here to view WHATS ON this year and here’s some fast facts on the upcoming Show which...
This week at Smart Pups …. We wish to express our thanks to the students, teachers and parents of Saint Andrews Anglican College who once again put on their annual Pooches @ Peregian event to raise vital funds and awareness for Smart Pups. Sincere thanks also go...
This week at Smart Pups…. I am going to talk about two good-looking fellas on our Smart Pups team. The sort of ruggedly handsome good-looking types that have air hostesses swooning for attention and girls lining up just for a photo opportunity. Sadly, I...