Sunday, 22 January 2012

Go for what DOES matter, and new laws to stop puppy farms in Queensland


Relaxing Sunday today, spent some time with DH and Cooper and of course will be volunteering at church online this evening.(http://live.lifechurch.tv/) Got a great message going too:
"Let go of what doesn't matter..cut back, throw out, turn off ...go for what DOES matter." (via LifeChurch on facebook )

Here's what I wore today:

Tee: Jeanswest (given to me by my awesome sister in one of her wardrobe clear-outs)
Bracelets: the usual
Shorts: Jeanswest
Shoes: Cotton On thongs
Bag: Chloe Paddington cross body clutch from David Jones

Closeup of the usual accessories:



And I read some great news this morning about new laws being proposed to stop puppy farms in Queensland. Just had to share. :) I'm a big supporter of Oscar's Law so these new laws make me very happy indeed.


Via the RSPCA Queensland Facebook page:
‎#ClosePuppyFactories - we're so close! in response to the 2010/11 Close Puppy Factory Petition and community reaction to the closepuppyfactories.rspcaqld.org.au campaign, the Queensland Government proactively announced a Breeder Identification Number (BIN) system. Have your say on the proposed new dog breeder standards in Queensland here:
http://www.getinvolved.qld.gov.au/gi/consultation/315/view.html


From the legislation page:

The proposed legislation introduces a system of registration targeting intensive dog breeders and introduces a system of inspections against animal welfare standards.
Other proposed measures include:
  • ways of assisting consumers to purchase puppies from registered breeders
  • the adoption of mandatory standards for all dog breeders; and
  • the expansion of existing dog micro-chipping requirements to improve animal welfare monitoring.



When you go to the link you can read the full proposed standard. The options get stricter and more effective as you go down the list, so option 3 and 4 are the toughest and investigation shows they would have the biggest impact on puppy farms. Full details are in the draft PDF statement on the website.

I was extremely excited to be able to have my say on the proposed laws. Hopefully if this is something you feel strongly about you can add your say as well.

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47 comments:

  1. Leticia22 January 2012 at 15:41

    Every time I see your Hermes bracelet you make a little voice inside me tell me that I need one lol.

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    1. Mica22 January 2012 at 16:28

      hehe it is a great bracelet! I wear it every day :)

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  2. Purvi22 January 2012 at 16:33

    Loved the orange t shirt, nice print :)

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    1. Mica22 January 2012 at 16:41

      thanks! :) It's a great tee I'm lucky my sister gave it to me.

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  3. lucia m22 January 2012 at 17:17

    LOVE IT!!!


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  4. sonia // daring coco22 January 2012 at 21:21

    Cute outfit and a super cute blog! Thanks for your lovely comment on mine!

    xoxo
    http://daringcoco.blogspot.com/

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  5. Beige Renegade22 January 2012 at 22:17

    That bag is gorgeous!!

    I'm all for the puppy protection laws! Also I always tell people not to buy pets from the pet store because animals from there almost always come from these breeding farms!

    www.closetvoyage.com

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    1. Mica22 January 2012 at 22:25

      Thanks! It's sad how few people know where pet store animals come from, but it's good to raise awareness where we can. No-one supports puppy farms, most just don't know they are fueling the trade without realising.

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  6. .sabo skirt.22 January 2012 at 23:19

    Nice post! Cute accessories.

    Much love from the SABO SKIRT girls!
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  7. Anonymous23 January 2012 at 00:22

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  8. Anonymous23 January 2012 at 00:23

    Great Blog sweetie!

    xoxo

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  9. Stilettos Diary23 January 2012 at 00:45

    love the accessories.
    love
    megha
    http://meghafashionista.blogspot.com
    ii have a giveaway on my blog. would love it if you can take a look.

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  10. A Very Sweet Blog23 January 2012 at 00:48

    Hi Mica! Thanks for your comment on my blog. I love your church's message. I really needed to hear that this morning. It's a great message. Your tee is really cute. Wishing you a wonderful weekend. Can't wait to read your future post.
    http://www.averysweetblog.com/

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 07:24

      Thank you so much :) Glad you enjoyed the message - too good not to share!

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  11. Anonymous23 January 2012 at 02:27

    You look amazing! I like the bag! Also thank you for following me!

    xx
    http://lemizy.blogspot.com/

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  12. Jenna Hughes23 January 2012 at 03:51

    you always have the best bracelets

    http://underthefluorescents.blogspot.com/

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 07:24

      Thank you! I love to invest in accesssories! You can never grow out of them ;)

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  13. Rocío23 January 2012 at 05:49

    Thanks for your sweet comment! Your brazelet is so nice! I like your blog, it´s cool! xoxo

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  14. Sandra Leiva23 January 2012 at 07:23

    Cute t-shirt and I like your bag!
    Check out my new post! <3

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  15. Mica23 January 2012 at 07:24

    Thanks!

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  16. lacoquettedelamode23 January 2012 at 09:04

    Those bracelets are so cute! I love your blog, if you follow me on bloglovin' I will follow you back! :)

    XX Kathryn

    http://lacoquettedelamode.wordpress.com/

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 17:47

      Thanks, already following you on bloglovin :)

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  17. Bonnie23 January 2012 at 10:58

    It's crazy to see you in shorts when we have ice coming down right now! Jealous.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 17:47

      hehe yes it's funny, I'll be jealous when the rest of the world has their summer!

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  18. Teodora23 January 2012 at 12:48

    I love the messages of your post today. I have never thought about puppy farms because I never thought it is a concern in the US. But maybe it is. Thank you for sharing!I would love to learn more.

    Teodora
    teodoraslookbook.com

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 13:10

      Thanks Teodora, you have a very kind heart. Puppy farms are a problem world wide, in the US they are called puppy mills. You can find out more info here: http://www.aspca.org/PUPPYMILLS and here http://www.nopetstorepuppies.com/

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  19. Frederik Sisa23 January 2012 at 16:37

    Here's rooting for victory in regards to those laws. Each step brings us closer to shutting down the puppy mills. Every so often, I get eMails in relation to a an interview I did with a local animal activist - heartbreaking stories of sick puppies purchased from stores that sell dogs from these mills. It's just sad and horrifying how some people are willing to treat animals like commodities.

    Anyway, on a lighter note, that's a lovely design on your tee. It sort of reminds me of a bodhi tree.

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 17:53

      Thanks Frederik. It's appalling how poorly the dogs are treated, and many of them do have health problems, I can't imagine the pain of a new pet owner finding out their puppy is sick and then it's origins :( I am extremely glad there are people out there who are working to change the laws and make a difference, and I fully support them in that :)

      And thanks for the bodhi tree comment - had to look that up, what a nice thought behind the print of the tee!

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  20. Cecylia23 January 2012 at 20:20

    Love your Hermes bangle!!!
    http://cecylia.com

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  21. Elin Kling23 January 2012 at 20:57

    Nice! :) Wish I could have shorts... in Sweden it´s freaking cold! <3

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    1. Mica23 January 2012 at 21:49

      haha thanks, I'll be saying the same when it's winter here I'm sure!

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  22. Samantha24 January 2012 at 03:01

    Thanks for sharing the church saying! Much needed for me at this time!

    xo, sam

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    1. Mica24 January 2012 at 20:30

      Thanks I am glad you found it helpful! :)

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  23. Stylissimo24 January 2012 at 16:37

    you are in shorts on this period
    I am freezing :)

    where do u live?

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    1. Mica24 January 2012 at 20:31

      I live in Australia, so it is summer here :)

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  24. DARIADARIA24 January 2012 at 21:13

    and again i am in love with your bracelets in this post! :) //dariadaria

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