City of Darwin will host five Coffee Sessions at Roma Bar Café, Darwin CBD, giving the community a chance to talk informally with pet experts.
Each session will cover key topics including pet ownership, pet health, dog behaviour, animal welfare, and cats and wildlife.
The initiative supports the City of Darwin's efforts to promote responsible pet ownership and positive relationships between pets, people, and local wildlife.
Pet owners across Darwin are invited to grab a coffee and join a series of informal, expert-led conversations about pet ownership this April.
Each of the five sessions will spotlight a different topic, giving locals the chance to chat informally with City of Darwin Animal Education team and various guest experts.
Session topics include pet ownership essentials, pet health with a veterinarian, understanding dog behaviour, dog and cat welfare, and cats and wildlife.
Lord Mayor Peter Styles said these new sessions reflect City of Darwin's commitment to responsible pet ownership and a connected community.
"Programs like these help create a more informed community, where people feel confident in caring for their pets and understanding their responsibilities.
"It's also about protecting our unique local environment by educating pet owners, we can reduce impacts on native wildlife and promote safer neighbourhoods," he said.
"Bringing people together in a relaxed setting like this encourages meaningful conversations and ensures everyone has access to trusted advice from experts."
Coffee Sessions - Let's talk about pets
Roma Bar Café
10:00am - 12:00pm
Free
Upcoming Sessions:
Wednesday 8th April - Dog and cat welfare: members of the community are invited to talk about dog/cat welfare through the perspective of an animal shelter. Special guests: Safe Place for a Meow and RSPCA
Friday 10th April - Pet ownership, By-Laws and safety: talk to the Council about responsible pet ownership, keeping our community safe and the reason behind pet regulations. Special guest: The Pound
Wednesday 15th April - Pet health: share and learn about pet health through the guidance of veterinary professionals. Special Guest: AMRRIC'S veterinarian
Friday 17th April - Animal behaviour and pet language: everyone's invited to learn and share experiences related to dog behaviour, training, and communication. Special guest: Pawsitive K9 Behaviour
Friday 24th April - Cats and wildlife: everyone's invited to talk to a wildlife rescuer and learn how outdoor cats can impact our local biodiversity. Special Guest: WildCare NT.
Registrations are essential, visit Coffee Sessions - Let us talk about pets | City of Darwin | Darwin Council, Northern Territory
