Poodle Antics

As a Full Member of the Pet Industry Association of Australia, Poodle Antics and its staff are committed to the stringent Code of Ethics.

In relation to the animals that may be in my care, I will:

• Maintain the highest standard of welfare that I can in accordance with this Code of Practice and Codes in various jurisdictions.
• Shall take any necessary action to prevent any acts of cruelty or mistreatment to animals under my care and to protect those animals from undue stress or discomfort.
• Not offer for sale any animal classified as protected other than those species legally acquired under state and/or Federal regulations.
• Ensure that my employees in charge of livestock are knowledgeable about the care and needs of all species in their care.

In relation to regulators in the industry, I will:

• Respect and embrace all laws, regulations and Codes that apply to my business.
• Progress toward demonstration of my professional through accreditation.
• Avoid illicit activities and dealing with those who are not working within the law.

In relation to my colleagues, I will:

• Encourage them to act in accordance with this code and take action in the presence of unethical behaviors.
• Acknowledge and support the professional strengths, experience and diversity that my colleagues bring to the industry and avoid any action that might denigrate any individual or business in the industry.
• Collaborate with my colleagues to generate a culture of professionalism, renewal and continuous improvement in the industry.

In relation to my suppliers, customers and employees I will:

• Deal with individuals with courtesy and respect, providing justice and equity of opportunity.
• Seek to resolve issues and complaints using good faith and lack of defensiveness.
• Communicate openly, honestly and relevantly.
• Develop these attributes in the staff that I employ.

In relation to my business, I will:

• Keep all necessary records to demonstrate my compliance to the Code of Ethics and Code of Practice.
• Seek to develop and maintain the highest professional standards in my business.
• Ensure my staff and suppliers are aware of my adherence to the Code of Practice and Code of Ethics and seek to develop these same standards in these stakeholders.
• Respect the environment in my management of waste and the use of resources.
• Only use the Pet Industry Association of Australia logo, or reference to the Association in any form (past or present), while I am a member of the Association.

Have a compliment about Poodle Antics

To offer a compliment to Poodle Antics – PIAA will list your compliment in the The Pet Professional Trade Talk magazine (exclusive to Pet Industry Association members) as well as sending your note of thanks directly to the member concerned.

Have a complaint about Poodle Antics

If you are concerned about the performance or standards of Poodle Antics, you can have the matter dealt with by the Ethics and Complaints Committee of the Association.

To view the Ethics and Complaints charter Click here

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