Implementing sustainable dog programmes is manageable, affordable and highly effective. AMRRIC has extensive experience facilitating programmes that meet the needs of individual communities.

Dialogue, care and respect

This work complements human, public and environmental health work in a powerful way. The extent of this is only appreciated in the complex socio-cultural and political context, and relies on a large amount of expertise and good will carefully built up over many years.

• What are the Issues

• Zoonoses

• Principles of an AMRICC Dog Health Program

• Sustainable dog programmes- getting started

• Action, Advocacy and Advancement

• Some of our Current Programs

Kintore NT

Galiwinku NT

• Research

• Education

• Conferences

Success stories

Dog programmes are running in multiple communities around Australia. Each one is different; from the actual community needs to the manner in which funding is provided and how the Veterinary services are provided.

AMRRIC is skilled in facilitating the engagement process; we have many years of experience and have gained the trust and respect of many Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We have also developed partnerships with numerous professional and government bodies including the Australian Veterinary Association, the RSPCA, public health groups and academic bodies. On top of this, we have federal funding and the support of the Minister for families, community services and Indigenous affairs.

Pushing the boundaries

This work is happening right now. It is frontline, it is challenging and requires great passion, drive, intelligence, patience and wisdom. Boundaries are being pushed back on many fronts; veterinary science, public health, cross-cultural dialogue, anthropology etc. The enthusiastic involvement of many academics provides hope for an increased knowledge base which, in turn, will provide greater leverage in the realm of government, funding and even public perceptions.

The investment that has been made in suppport of remote indigenous communities has resulted in great trust and respect for the work. This has made the work itself far more effective, and the revolution continues.

Australia isn’t alone; there are similar issues in remote indigenous communities right across the globe. AMRRIC is already an established leader in this field worldwide, having hosted two international conferences.

AMRRIC formed as a response to great need. Swimming against the tide of Western thought and practice, AMRRIC honours the traditional ways of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in the manner in which help is provided. The work continues, more dog programmes are implemented and more communities are supported in a tangible, respectful and effective way.