Le Jazz Hot

‘SOLD OUT’

Date: 1st September

Venue: Airways Hotel

Poolside

Time: 7:00pm - 11:00pm

Dress code: Smart Casual

4 course meal

Supporting local music and

featuring Jacob Ilave,

Weimog Band, Karly Regione

and Buruka Tau & family

There will be an Auction,

Raffles & a Lucky Door Prize

This event is supported by:

AIRWAYS HOTEL

MOORE PRINTING

PNG AIR & TUFI RESORT

JACOB ILAVE

Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Papua New Guinea

30th July, 2018

RSPCA of PNG Monthly Newsletter

Elisa Cragnolini sponsors equipment for our clinic

RSPCA put out the call to our wonderful supporters to help us achieve more items on

our ‘wish list’ so as to be able to operate more efficiently.

Business woman, RSPCA committee member and proud owner of a 2-year-old

Border Collie named Kobe, Elisa Cragnolini, realises the importance of the work done

by the RSPCA for her pet.

Elisa generously donated K10,000.00 to buy us an orthopedic pack for operating on

fractures and a portable scale for use during home visits.

Opposite: Elisa is pictured with RSPCA Vets Julius Bautista DVM, and Phillip Pablico,

DVM, and the animal scale that she sponsored.

Earlier this year, the RSPCA of PNG held a fundraising

event to raise money for equipment needed for our

clinic. We were overjoyed with the support we received

from business houses and individuals. Amongst the

businesses that came to our aid, Red Sea Housing PNG

sponsored the cost of a new suction unit and a diagnos-

tic operating set. The value of the equipment totalled

over K5,000.00. Red Sea Housing PNG has, over the

past three years, progressively supported the RSPCA by

attending our fundraising events and donated whirly

birds and roofing materials for our cattery, as well as

rebuilding our huge cat tower.

Site Manager of Red Sea Housing PNG, Grant Kitchen,

said, “The reason Red Sea support the RSPCA, and

other community based organisations in PNG is be-

cause of the effort put in by the people in those or-

ganisations to help and give something back to the local

community. It is nice to see the care and effort shown

here by the RSPCA in a very harsh environment for

animals and we are more than happy to give a hand

where we can to make improvements to the facility.”

Pictured (from left to right) is Matthew Murray from

Red Sea Housing PNG, RSPCA Vet Julius Bautista, DVM,

and Red Sea Housing PNG Managing Director, Kenneth

Clinton. All smiles over the new suction unit and the

diagnostic operating set.

Red Sea Housing PNG sponsors equipment for our surgery

Equipment sponsored by kind hearted people

In a joint sponsorship to help the RSPCA get a much needed blood

pressure machine, The Kiwi Club and Kirsty Laird combined their dona-

tions to purchase this K9,000.00 machine. With such generosity we are

able to provide yet another service for our furry friends.

Pictured opposite are our new head vet, Jessica Hoopes, DVM (centre),

with (left) Peter Hobbs, President of The Kiwi Club and, (right) Kirsty

Laird. With the support of the community and individuals who share

our vision, the RSPCA is able to continue to carry out the work we do in

a challenging environment.

Inside this issue:

Adoption Program:

The RSPCA’s Adoption Program - Volunteers help to give

the Port Moresby Animal Pound a face-lift

2

Read about it:

Oral Papilloma virus in dogs - the signs, symp-toms and what you can

do to help your dog.

3

Adoption Program:

Three furry friends in urgent need of homes

4

Supporter in Kind

Airways Hotel

Aisi Bishman

Aspermont

BOC Papua New Guinea Ltd

Brian Bell

Corporate Niugini Transport

Cybermaster

Dulux

Johnston’s Pharmacy

K.K Kingston

Legend FM

Market 2000

PNG Air

Port Moresby Nature Park

Pricewaterhouse Coopers

Proclean

PVM Advertising

Red Sea Housing PNG

RSPCA Queensland

Strickland Real Estate

Theodist

TNT

Waterfront Foodworld

Young & Williams Lawyers

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Adopt. If you can’t adopt, foster. If you can’t foster, sponsor. If you can’t sponsor, volunteer. If you can’t volunteer, donate. If you can’t donate, educate. To make a contribution, contact Hellen or Brigitte on rspca@rspca.org.pg

We gratefully acknowledge our sponsors and

supporters for 2018

Mega Sponsor

Anne Ames & Lindsay Jorgensen

Aggreko

API Buildings

SBS Electrical

Black Cat

Boroko Motors

Ela Motors

National Gaming Control Board

Moore Printing

The National

Major Sponsor

Express Freight Management

Food Pro

Seafast

Supporter

Green Cross

Haus Ples

HiTRON

LCS Electrical and Mechanical

South Pacific Air Conditioning

Swire Shipping Limited

W.H Industries

Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited

RSPCA’s Adoption Program helps many

pets get the second chance they deserve

The RSPCA of PNG acknowledges the support of all

our sponsors, supporters, members and volunteers.

Thank you for helping us continue our work to prevent

cruelty against all creatures, great and small.

The RSPCA of PNG runs a shelter which houses over 50 animals (mainly

cats and dogs) at any one time. The shelter is maintained through the sup-

port we receive from the clinic and from kind-hearted members of the com-

munity who generously donate and/or sponsor various items throughout the

year with money, useful items and precious time.

The shelter has been rehoming animals since the early 80s. All pets that go

through our adoption program are medically treated for internal and exter-

nal parasites, neutered and vaccinated prior to joining their new families.

Our clinic staff and volunteers work together to exercise and socialise the

pets. Cats are trained to use a litter tray and socialised with other cats. Dogs

are socialised and exercised whilst wearing collars and walking on leads.

Clinic staff work extra hard to rehabilitate those who have been rescued

from distressing situations.

Current statistics show there are 21 cats and 36 dogs on our adoption pro-

gram. The cats are housed at our clinic, located on the corner of Kunai

Street and Waigani Drive at Hohola, whilst the dogs are kept at the Port

Moresby Animal Pound (located on Varahe Street at Gordons).

Our members and supporters have worked hard behind the scenes in

spreading the message and promoting our adoption program. Through their

efforts we have been able to find suitable new environments for hundreds of

cats and dogs.

Over the years we have also had the unwavering support of HiTRON who,

on a weekly basis, ran a slideshow on their channel one, featuring photo-

graphs and information of fur babies who need good homes.

The National newspaper came on board in 2016 and dedicates a 3/4 weekly

page (in their homes and property section/pull out) to featuring the dogs and

cats on our adoption program.

Haus Ples Real Estate Show has also shown their support and sponsored us a

stall at their annual Real Estate Show, which usually takes place in June, giving

us the opportunity to talk with the general public about our clinic.

Earlier this year, Pascoe Events & Marketing and Eat Drink Port Moresby,

the organisers of the popular POM City Markets, have sponsored us a stall

every month and allowed the RSPCA to bring along fur babies. The event

works well for the pets, who get a chance to have a nice day out and meet

(potentially) their new for-ever families.

Our monthly newsletter and up-dates on our website contribute to finding

homes for our furry friends.

Lovable Bino (pictured on left and

right) came to our shelter with

mange. Over a few months, he was

cured and successfully re-homed in

2017.

Pictured on the right is Bino with his

new owner and family.

Pictured on the left are volunteers spending time with

one of our shelter dogs. Volunteers help our adoption

program by socialising and exercising the animals. We

welcome volunteers and would love to see more

people join up.

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Student from the Pacific Adventist University spent three days volunteering at our clinic. Their volunteer

duties included assisting with filing administration documents, cleaning the kennels and painting our

fence at the Port Moresby Animal Pound.

Pictures below show the group at work in cleaning the graffiti off the beautiful mural painted on our

fence at the clinic. And the end result of their paint-ing the brick wall at the Port Moresby Animal

Pound.

We are lucky to have such help and welcome more

volunteers.

Thought for the month

Canine oral papilloma’s, also known as oral

warts, are small, benign tumors of the mouth

caused by the papilloma virus. They are

found on the lips, gums, mouth, and in rare

cases can also be located on other mucous

membranes.

Causes of papilloma virus in dogs

Canine oral papilloma’s usually affect young

dogs, under the age of 2. Young dogs are

more susceptible to the papilloma virus be-

cause their immune system is not fully devel-

oped. As their immune system matures, they

produce antibodies against the virus and the

warts can eventually disappear. Affected

dogs can transmit the virus to other dogs

through direct contact. This usually occurs

when they greet each other, share toys, or

eat/drink out of the same food or water

bowl. Canine papilloma virus is species-

specific and therefore cannot be transmitted

from dogs to humans or cats.

Treatment of papilloma virus in dogs:

Since canine oral papilloma’s are usually

asymptomatic, treatment is often not indicated

unless they become infected or become symp-

tomatic. Infected papilloma’s can be painful

and require a course of antibiotics. Occasional-

ly, a dog will have so many growths that eating

becomes problematic. When this occurs, the

papilloma’s can be surgically excised or treated

with cryotherapy (freezing). Another treatment

involves crushing the lesions to stimulate the

host immune system to attack them. In hu-

mans, interferon has been used in severe cas-

es but this treatment is costly and has provided

mixed results with dogs. Most cases of canine

oral papilloma’s go away on their own within 1-

5 months as the affected dog’s immune system

matures and mounts a response to the virus.

So while it’s true that kissing can spread coot-

ies, at least in the case of oral papilloma’s they

typically resolve on their own. If you notice any

strange looking growths in your dog’s mouth or

lips, take your dog to your veterinarian to

ensure they are canine oral papilloma’s and not

something more serious.

Information and images courtesy of

www.pethealthnetwork.com

We were pleasantly surprised by a visit from the NCD

City Manager, Bernard Kipit. He was taken on a tour of

our facilities and was impressed with our set-up, which

includes a surgery, hospital and shelter. We are happy

to continue working in partnership with the National

Capital District Commission. We have successfully

maintained the pound facilities for the past 12 years

and appreciate the support of the NCDC.

Pictured above are (from left to right): RSPCA Administration Manager, Johnny Kasom, RSPCA General

Manager, Hellen White, and NCD City Manager, Bernad Kipit.

Our education program started in

2009, specifically designed for

primary and elementary school level.

Over the past three years, we have

extended our awareness activities to

include high schools, youth &

community groups & vocational

schools within the National

Capital District.

Earlier this year, our education

team went to talk with students from the Port

Moresby National High School. The team

presented information about our organisation,

highlighting our adoption program, clinic

functions and stray animal collection.

The students found the presentation

interesting and were intrigued by the

amount of work that the RSPCA of

PNG does. Questions were asked about

our approach to cases of animal abuse

and neglect.

Education team visits Port Moresby National High School

Oral Papilloma Virus in Dogs - signs, symptoms and treatment

Our contact details:

Ph: 7198 2200

Ph: 325 2363

Digicel: 7196 0436

Pound: 325 7150

PO Box 111, Waigani, NCD

Fax: 325 6833

Email: rspca@rspca.org.pg

Website: www.rspca.org.pg

Facebook: RSPCA of PNG

The RSPCA of PNG is the country’s only community based, non-profit organisation, dedicated to

preventing cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection.

Vision: All people in PNG Respect Animals

Mission: The RSPCA of PNG aims to achieve its Vision through:

Animal Welfare: Providing services that ensure humane standard

Advocacy: Being a voice in the protection of all animals

Community: Transferring knowledge through education, awareness and outreach

Sustainability: Ensuring our organisation has the necessary resources and support

Our People: Developing and supporting effective and efficient employees, volunteers and

committee members

Values:

The RSPCA of PNG recognises that the following core values are the guiding principles that govern

our organisation‘s behaviour and actions:

Professional: We are professional in all aspects of our operation, from our dealings with the

community, to animal welfare and our dealings with each other

Ethical: We uphold strong moral behaviour, understanding right from wrong and acting in a

manner that upholds the policies, procedures and standards of our organisation

Leadership: We are the leaders in our field committed to guiding the community, authorities and

other organisations on our Vision and Mission through well-planned activities, advice and

programs

Committed: We are passionate and committed to our Vision and Mission and are dedicated,

active and motivated team members

Caring: We display kindness, understanding, and compassion in all our dealings with animals, our

customers and the community

Adaptable: We understand that the needs of our organisation and community change, and that

we must adjust to new conditions, be innovative in our approach and think ‘outside the box’

If you would like to get involved in our volunteer program, make a donation, sponsor our clinic or

become a member please contact our marketing coordinator at email: marketing@rspca.org.pg or

phone: 325 2363/7198 2200 or send a message to 7196 0436. For general enquiries please send an

email to rspca@rspca.org.pg

Ava

Lovely fur babies urgently need homes

W E A RE LO CATE D O N T HE

CO RNE R O F WAIGA NI DRIVE

A ND K UN AI STRE ET , HO HO LA

Vet consultation hours:

Weekdays: 8:30am - 10:00am

4:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturdays: 9:00am - 11:00am

General Enquiries:

Weekdays: 8:00am - 6:00pm

Saturdays: 9:00am - 11:00am

RSPCA Patrons:

Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae,

GCL, GCMG,

Governor General

Justice Goodwin Poole

RSPCA Committee

President: Veronica Marshall

Vice President: Catherine Doyle

Treasurer: David Wessels

Secretary: Sheila David

RSPCA General committee:

Michelle McGeorge

Susan Rackstraw

Elisa Cragnolini

Jessica Tan

RSPCA Trustees:

Lindsay Jorgensen

Sinton Spence

Barry Tan

Patt i Poppy

Age: 1 year and 4 months

Gender: Female

Patti likes to be the leader of the

pack. She has a lot of energy and loves

playing.

She was surrendered to our clinic in

October of 2017 and is yet to find her

for-ever home. Please help her.

Age: 2 years

Gender: Female

Poppy enjoys going for long walks and

is a playful girl. She has a good tem-

perament and likes to be part of the

pack.

She is loyal and loving. We hope her

forever family comes to adopt her

soon.

Age: 1 year, 4 months

Gender: Female

Ava is a sweet cat with a laid-back

attitude. She gets along well with

most other cats and enjoys interact-

ing with kittens.

She came to our shelter in February

and we would love to find her a nice

family to call her own.