Australians rally for pets in aged care

New research from Companion Animal Network Australia’s 2025 Pet Friendly Aged Care Survey shows most aged care facilities still don’t allow residents to keep their pets, even though 96% of Australians believe they should be able to.

Published: 16 November 2025
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  • 16 November 2025
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“The emotional harm of being forced to give up a beloved animal is profound. Older Australians shouldn’t have to choose between care and companionship,” says Trish Ennis, CEO of CANA, a national animal welfare charity and advocacy group representing animal welfare member groups across the country.