Australia Needs our Dingo | Help Us Save The Dingo | Australia's Only Top Order Predator

We only have a few days left to get the word out and encourage Australians to sign the petition to take a stand against 1080 poison and put a stop to destroying our only top order predator, the iconic Australian Dingo.
Here is the link to sign the petition:
www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/pe...
Warning: There are some graphic clips used in this video. But sadly, it's a reality for our Australian Dingo. We also hear from a vet in the Pilbara region, a rescuer on the front line and a researcher changing history.
Footage used in this video is with thanks to a wonderful film maker named Harry who is currently filming and creating an incredible documentary called 'On The Fence'. To watch more and support this very important project please head over to:
/ onthefencefilm1
Thank you to Machelle from Highlands Dingo Rescue for sharing Sassy Rose's incredible story of survival and for the amazing work Machelle does in saving many Dingoes affected by this poison. If you would like to find out more about this rescue and their important work:
/ machelle.v.cartner
If you would like to hear from some trail blazing landowners who are not killing Dingoes and are benefiting from letting Dingoes coexist please click here:
landholdersfordingoes.org/gra...
Here is a link to the petition again:
www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/pe...
PLEASE NOTE it is really important when you add your signature you need to go back to your email to confirm your intent to sign.
Thank you so very much for watching, sharing and signing.
Many thanks to Jen Parker, a well respected Dingo advocate in the Dingo community, at Aussie Canis Dingo DAY, who is on the committee for this, also thanks to Monte Ling who has initiated this petition. Jen’s great knowledge and experience on this topic and her love and commitment for our Australian Dingo is inspiring. It has inspired us here at the farm. Her page is here:
aussiecanisd...
Here is a link to more evidence based reading about 1080 poison in Australia:
www.ban1080.org.au/faqs
For those that would like to read more about the recent DNA research that is proving how unique our Australian Dingo is, here is a link to Dr Kylie Cairns’ work at the University of Sydney.
www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinio...
And lastly, for those that would like to read more about how important our precious Dingo is to our unique Australian ecosystem here is a link to Mike Letnic's research at the University of New South Wales showing the effects from satellite imaging.
www.unsw.edu.au/newsroom/news...
Thank you Everyone!

[@lisacraig4585]

Forty years ago, I couldn’t imagine koalas disappearing from the landscape, but here we are. It’s long overdue to show respect to the dingoes and other creatures that shape our hostile Australian environment. Can’t be thumping our chests with pride for our Aussie animals when we are letting interest groups and governments destroy them and their habitats. Great video, spoken from the heart Luke with your gorgeous Cruiser.

[@debbiewbd2359]

I wish people from outside Australia could sign. Great job Luke !!!!!!

[@hennyhuppertz7141]

Hear hear!

[@musingwithreba9667]

I sent an email from Canada. Every voice counts.

[@juliahyatt5838]

I put mine on it, and I'm not in Aus. Just tick both boxes. I tried again just now, and it said I've already signed it 👍

[@hennyhuppertz7141]

@@musingwithreba9667 so did I, just 2 seconds ago 🙂

[@rover5788]

I did too!!!!❤@@musingwithreba9667

[@Linda-it6ci]

Cruiser, your one great ambassador for Dingos ...... Blessings darlings from Granny Linda......OZ....

[@connieandgwennie1450]

The way we Aussies treat our native animals, makes me ashamed to be an Australian. We really need to wake up to ourselves and do much, much more to stop the loss of our wildlife. It's people and their miserable attitudes that need to change. 🤬🤬

[@heidibaltom8138]

Im English but when I think of Australia I think of Kangeroos, Koalas and Dingos. Among a few other animals. I sincerely hope that 1080 poison is banned.

[@cmeflywva]

I wrote a letter to advocate for the dingo since I’m not a resident. Using the plight of how we here in the US have treated the wolves and how they were almost completely decimated and the impact this had on the ecosystem. I gave a summary of what took place as advocates were able to plead with leaders to reintroduce them into the wild into a national park and how in three short years the amazing transformation of the ecosystem there changed. Doing the research into Australia’s history and relationships with the dingos helped, in my opinion how they may be able to recognize the dingos play an important role to Australia and its own ecosystem. I also let them know as an outsider I saw the dingo as an intricate part of Australia culture and wildlife just the same as the kangaroos and koalas. Hopefully others will take the time to send off a letter to them. They need to know people around the world recognize the dingo being as important as the other wildlife they promote being uniquely their own.

[@rover5788]

Well done!!!!!!😀

[@stephaniehollis2816]

Thank you so much for joining the fight for the Dingo!🙏💙🐾 Even though not Australian, your opinion is important too. I hope your letter makes them open their eyes to how the world is watching and can see what this cruel, archaic practice is doing to such an important native Australian species and the ecosystem it lives in.

[@jans8790]

I just said the same thing before I realized another statement was made with much more information. Thank you!

[@rondameier8168]

Said the same about the wolves as well.... And thank you for sending a letter....

[@cmeflywva]

@@stephaniehollis2816 When I was in elementary school back in the 70s we were taught the geography, the culture and history of the countries. My favorites were the cultures and the animals. Africa was always known for their wide array of different animals but Australia was always the coolest because of the diversity and potential danger. We learned about the koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, and this odd bird called a kookaburra. Sitting in a gum tree, mighty, mighty king of the bush is he. I can still hear that silly little rhyme in my head and was so happy when I was finally able to actually hear one. We were taught about the dingos and they were Australia’s wild dogs like our wolves, coyotes, and foxes. Unfortunately as I grew older they were portrayed as these marauders who were intent on killing with one movie about dingos killing babies. Once Hollywood gets involved in storytelling facts exit the story very quickly. I fell prey to this but I kept going back to clips of them and how much they reminded me of the coyotes here in the US. They do what wild dogs do, hunt. Whether they’re domesticated wild dogs or wild dogs such as foxes or coyotes, they’re going to be opportunists and grab what they can. When I saw Cruiser I was on high alert. I saw him crouched down in the cage with his ears pinned back, his needle sharp teeth with that long snout and my first thoughts were, “this is not good.” I don’t know what Luke is going to do with this and I hope he doesn’t get hurt too much. Seeing Cruiser, hearing the plight of the dingos, the inconsistencies in the laws in the various territories regarding their wellbeing and the collective governance of how these animals are treated. I started doing more research and then when Sam would provide us with more information I would find myself finding out more horrifying information. The links she provided today took me to additional places but it also backed up points in my letter. The satellite views of where the dingo fences were in comparison to what the satellite imagery showed with what Yellowstone National Park looked like before the wolves were reintroduced to the area and what the national park looked like the years afterwards. Advocates were the champions for the scientists to go out there and prove what we already knew here. The wolves were not a huge threat to ranchers livestock but the ranchers needed to change how they protected their livestock and realize protecting their livestock didn’t mean poisons, traps, or just going out on hunting sprees were going to be the answer. Federal fines,penalties, and protection were put in place. This allowed the wolves to be taken off of the endangered species list and they have expanded farther out more quickly than they had thought they could. Of course ranchers are going to do what they want but they will have to decide if it’s worthwhile to hunt wolves because they don’t want to have to consider alternatives such as livestock guarding dogs. It’s appalling to me that a country such as Australia would use such a deadly weapon against one species and be willing to wipe out all of their wildlife, domesticated animals, and children. I just don’t understand. When I saw what they did to poison the dingos before the wildfires were out! I’m so shocked, confused, and disappointed. I’m devastated at the loss of Australia from the wildfires but they’re still trying to poison dingos before the fires are out? I just wanted to reach out to someone who may be able to help me understand why Australia has such a strong stance on one wildlife species. Thank you for supporting Sam and Luke not only on this issue but as a member of the community as well. Thank you 🙏

[@MiniFloyd]

What a barbaric hideous way to die! Those pictures are very hard to see. More awareness is definitely needed to preserve these beautiful animals. ❤

[@rosemarygraham2815]

Thanks Sam and Luke for organising this petition to for your farm family to sign and support the banning of this horrific poison being used on our precious Dingoes and other wildlife. ❤❤❤

[@kathrynlundgren7618]

It is awful what they are doing to these animals. At one point in America’s history we killed off all our wolves too and then we saw that that was not such a bright thing to do either, so several years ago they were put some back to where they belong…in nature.

[@MiniFloyd]

@@kathrynlundgren7618 humans seem to do really stupid things like kill off one of the top predators and then wonder why the rest of the eco system collapses! You would think we would of learnt by now!

[@manypawsmanytales]

How they did that was to introduce a few wolf packs from Canada into the U.S. (Montana and Idaho) It took quite a while, but the numbers grew, and they spread out across the country. However, we are a stupid lot, and history tends to repeat. Currently there are some States that have reinstated Wolf hunts. They are, by law, only done by permit... well, guess how well that has gone? Not well. Those States are learning the hard way that man can't be trusted. Entire packs are being killed. 😢 It's so sad, and entirely unnecessary. This is why I signed the Australian petition against the use of 1080. I emailed a letter as well. I may be an American, but I can certainly do my part as a person of this planet we all live on.

[@rosalieallen8828]

I've signed the petition. It's a horrific thing to do to dingos an any animal ... period.

[@mauiswift6391]

It is ! Poison is so cruel.

[@lmlowe9100]

Americans do the same to wolves.

[@mauiswift6391]

@@lmlowe9100 yep horrendous

[@rosalieallen8828]

Everything has a purpose on this earth. Man kind is sick spiritually an physically.

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

Made me cry to think of all the dingoes and domestic pets that our government has failed and murdered with 1080 baits, I’ll never forget how broken my best friends mum was loosing her 2 beautiful springer spaniels to 1080 and her description of their horrific death in her arms. 💔

[@krissyj2369]

That is so heartbreaking. 😢

[@manypawsmanytales]

It truly is! 1080 is just barbaric! If the Dingo population is so out of control, there are birth control measures that can be induced.

[@Tanders1969]

I understand some animal control measures but why are we as a race so hell bent on causing such pain and suffering to such amazing animals. When will we have a life of coexistence with all beings ... 2 and 4 legged. Keep up the great work you guys. Love and support from good old Gloss-ter, UK

[@maxsmum3561]

This is a disgrace…signed

[@EGSimon-ds1vf]

Absolutely heartbreaking to think that in this day and age, when there are proven alternatives to help both sheep, cattle and dingoes survive together, man resorts to cruelty. There is enough scientific evidence that if you wipe out apex predators, their loss affects every single animal, plant and the balance of the environment. Thanks Luke for making this video. As an American I can't sign the petition, but I did follow the link and e-mailed (politely) my thoughts and opinion on the use of 1080. We can all speak up for Cruiser and his fellow dingoes. We can also respect the ranchers. Education is the key.

[@rosemarygraham2815]

Thank you for speaking up!!!❤❤❤

[@kimmartin4197]

Signed. 1080 is A horrible thing 😢

[@szemokjudit3923]

Agree😓

[@JohnHutchinsontas]

Thank you for your efforts Luke. I've already signed this petition. Indiscriminate poisoning is sickening. When we first arrived in Tasmania we were alerted to the farmers in the area we were staying at laying 1080 baits to eradicate the fox problem! There are no foxes in Tasmania. The only fox carcass that has been found here was planted from the mainland! 1080 is as vile as the people who use it.

[@annemccoubrey3383]

What a shocking way to treat these beautiful animals😢. Thanks for drawing attention to this Luke, I do hope you get more and more support. Wish us overseas folks could sign.

[@christinelutter]

I've already signed the petition, Luke. The last video you did about Cruiser opened my eyes to the cruelty dingoes suffer. Thanks for keeping this issue in the forefront, hopefully it will make a difference. I can't imagine Australia without them.💔

[@rosemarygraham2815]

Signed!!! Well done Luke and Sam for raising awareness about this horrific and barbaric practice happening across our country with people just ignoring it or pretending it’s not happening or worse, encouraging it. What are we as a country doing to our Native Animals when we allow this horrific practice to continue unchecked??? Where is our National Pride??? I am ashamed!!!!! Please sign the petition!!!!❤❤❤

[@lesleydell9388]

Signed. Well spoken Luke I don’t want to live in a world without dingos 😢

[@KBirch53]

I give this video ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ And Oscar’s to Luke and Crusier 🤩😎 Ps: sent email from 🇺🇸 🤞🏻

[@Chapsikan2801]

Done ✅ Thanks for bringing it to everyone's attention that without the apex predator, everything starts to breakdown. Especially with the introduced ferals, our native wildlife don't stand a chance.

[@traceytheisen8067]

For those sharing this video or other important animal issues, a great avenue for sharing important animal information needing attention is your local veterinarian office and animal emergency hospital . If they feel inclined to get involved they have a built-in audience/customer base of like-minded members/patrons, who could also help spread the word on important causes.

[@manypawsmanytales]

Good ideas!!

[@jenwratt9976]

I have signed both these petitions. Education is key to retaining the dingo population here in Australia. Truly an amazing and beautiful animal.

[@jodiebaines2097]

Barbaric😭 had to turn the screen away. Thank you for highlighting this issue. Many of us in other countries would never have known. I asked friends in Australia to sign but I believe there’s a link for people outside Australia? That would be great🥰🇬🇧

[@musingwithreba9667]

There's an email address, I didn't see it in the notes on this video, but it was on the previous one. I sent an email from Canada.

[@JennieC21]

Your new calling Luke! Nature program narration ❤ You truly are heaven sent Luke and Sam, being the voice for these beautiful creatures and for all you do ❤

[@ddarivan9864]

I am French and I don’t live in Australia so unfortunately I can’t sign the petition although I support it 100%

[@traceytheisen8067]

Don't forget to like and subscribe!

[@lee_annhammant]

It's absolutely heartbreaking, 😢 I have already signed, and I don't think I can sign twice.

[@Tina-yn1ir]

This is so sad! Cruiser is a great ambassador for the dingos. I’m here in Southern California and we have a similar issue with coyotes. So many people hate them. It’s all so sad. I try to educate people but the hatred is so ingrained. We can coexist with wild animals. Thank you for speaking up for the dingo. I hope things change for those wonderful animals. ❤ Coyotes sound very similar to Dingos. They also mate for life and form small family groups. We used to have a coyote family who established their territory in the nature reserve behind our house. I loved seeing them and especially when the pups came out of the den. One day we heard gunshots and haven’t seen them again. It’s so upsetting. They have culling in other states but it’s illegal in California. People still shoot them or poison them though. It’s heartbreaking. I’ve so enjoyed learning about the dingos and seeing Cruiser. Thank you for all you do for canines. ❤

[@barbarawrigley4242]

Heartbreaking to think this inhumane practice is allowed. 😢

[@wendydownes6475]

🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Sam/Luke. Can you attach the special link for outside Australia. I’ve just shared it on Facebook but remembered that I had to use a special link when I signed? Thank you ❤❤xx

[@jeanniemarsh7550]

Luke you should be on nationwide tv. Excellent commentary and footage championing a fantastic worthwhile cause. Well done, on every level. 👏👏👏

[@manypawsmanytales]

I agree!!

[@elizabethtatum-soprano]

Thank you always being an advocate for wildlife and doing what's right. ❤

[@bamse4732]

Excellent presentation Here’s hoping for more signatures

[@krissyj2369]

Just so horrific, so cruel. I hope this awful practice ends now. Are you listening governments who do this? 😢💔

[@franpie2264]

Govern men t don't care. ☹☹☹

[@cq9882]

Luke and Sam this is excellent. Thank You both so much. Such amazing facts and dispelling myths. We must all commit to making this change happen. There is no other option. We must never give up. 🐕🆘🇦🇺😡 Please share the petition with as many of your family, friends and credible social media as you can. 🐕🙏

[@margaretthompson7787]

It's beyond horrible the effect that they are having on the Dingos and their population. A reasonable agreement can be found by all. After all we are the humans w/ the brain that can reason 🤔 It's 0200 hrs here in Central Texas, where I'm located, so I can not vote. I'm drinking my coffee and feeling very sad over this predicament.

[@CateB25]

Thanks for the further petition update Sam and Luke. 😘 I sent my email in the 1st time you made us aware a couple of weeks ago. It's so sad what's happening to these poor dingoes, it's inhumane and something truly has to be done to stop it. Cruiser is so beautiful and it breaks my heart to hear what other dingoes are having to endure. 💔 Thanks and much love to all the Evans pack, 4 legged and 2 legged. ❤ xx

[@user-ji6ez1yv5j]

That was probably one of the best short introductions to the plight of dingoes I have ever watched. Well done.

[@annemarieallaire6564]

Cruiser is a great Ambassador, along with The Farm Advocating for all Dingos!! Please share this video to help support this cause. Thank you Luke & Sam for bringing this issue to the world!!!❤

[@rachelolson5488]

A magnificent animal!

[@Linda-it6ci]

Thank you darling........

[@musingwithreba9667]

Very well done PSA! Stuff like this happens the world over, and humans just need to get over themselves and let Nature be Nature. We're ruining everything. Ourselves included. I don't understand why people don't get that? I do hope that you can get the government to remove this horrific poison from use in Australia.

[@gregwilliams4803]

Done

[@JustFiJo]

I couldn’t sign the petition so all I could do was like video so others can see it. I really hope the petition works. Fellow animal lover from the UK. ❤❤

[@jeanetteblowen8315]

Fabulous job, Luke. Thank you. So important. 😊

[@tammyjames3999]

Signed thanks Luke for highlighting this so compassionately ❤

[@bosvigos9165]

I hope you are publishing this vid far and wide through your media? It’s brilliant. Thank you for everything you are doing to raise awareness.

[@Dragonkaz1]

Signed. 💜 This is a disgraceful act using poison.😪

[@nolawilliams3249]

This video should be sent to the TV networks so they can do a segment on it to get more attention to this cruelty.

[@manypawsmanytales]

YES!!! 🎉

[@BarbelGoodman-pe3vn]

Thank you, Luke, for sharing this important message. I hope this poison will be banned soon. I live in the USA and can't sign the petition, but I sent an email to the House of Representatives.

[@bibicahill7823]

Well done Luke and Cruiser! Your voice should be heard loud and wide through The Farm family.

[@gavdownes100]

I hope people who aren't aware of how extraordinary these creatures are, see this video

[@tripdudette]

From little ol’ Luxembourg I’ve shared with my Aussie friends hoping they’ll sign any / all petitions & then share with their mates too 💪🇦🇺

[@sassyboofle6983]

My comments on how people treat dingoes is …… makes me cry so much , when will we humans learn .

[@mmperrier50]

Done! Signature count 4290!

[@gaylepowers3981]

Thanks again for fighting to protect these beautiful animals. I can hardly wait until Cruiser finds a companion and can live at least a captive life with as much freedom as possible. Thanks for all you do for all your rescues. Love you all and God Bless. 🤟

[@janeyoung2838]

Signed ✅

[@alchemy-oi8xf]

Thank you, Luke, for your truly wonderful job as narrator. Though I'm American, I've e-mail the House of Representatives, as Sam instructed us. Let's hope and pray for the best.

[@TheHildegard01]

❤️

[@heleneentwistle8050]

Absolutely striking thumbnail picture and a powerful heart rendering video, spoken with such passion by Luke. I hope and pray for a positive outcome for these beautiful dogs, they deserve the best life has to offer. Thank you, petition signed. Love and prayers from Hx❣️❣️🙏🙏

[@hanyhash2218]

Signed.

[@paulasmith2684]

Way to go Luke ❤.. thanks for Dingo education ! Now let’s save them ❤

[@violimo]

Thanks, Luke and Cruiser. Signed.

[@karenpodrasky8804]

I live in the U.S. and cannot sign. Great job for getting the word out Luke.

[@user-bj2qh4qu7s]

This makes me so sad because they find themselves in the spot where our wolves in the US find themselves too often. Education and understanding are crucial to their survival. Thank you for sharing their impact on the maintaining a stable environment. I hope for the benefit of your country’s dingoes and the environment that educated minds prevail.

[@margaretjackson8774]

Good on you Luke and Sam I thoroughly support what you are doing .Petition signed !!

[@lhmcd5538]

I agree with what you have said and I hope you find a friend for Cruiser. Australia needs to pull its head in and protect our wildlife or we won’t have any left. 1080 poison is a cruel way to kill a Dingo. I don’t know how anyone can put these baits down. I’ve signed the potion as I think it’s very important to do so. Thank you Luke. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

[@saraseale2364]

Incredibly well-done video, Sam and Luke. Sam, you're a film maker extraordinaire. And Luke is an amazing spokesman and narrator. Love from Ottawa.💚

[@MyDrummermom]

I wanted to sign your petition but because I don't live in Australia I could not. I prayer your petition passes , what is happening to the Dingo is horrible and makes me cry.

[@pmlm1571]

Thank you Luke and Sam for helping the dingo and all who are poisoned so cruelly. Kindness to Animals is a virtue. I already sent an email last time (from California). God bless you and the dingos and Australia.

[@sheryl5252]

💜

[@sheryl5252]

what a great thumbnail for this! looks like a painting. whoever took that pic (or photoshopped it) knew what they were doing! lol

[@sonsaraeronnow4404]

Who better to Champion the Dingos than Luke Evans and Cruiser,. I hope this message reaches those hearts in Australia that cherish your beautiful special wildlife. Thank you, Luke and Cruiser!

[@colie563]

I would sign if allowed. Good luck with the petition and reform!

[@newnece09]

So sad 😭 please stop 1080

[@clabarkyable]

Those poor dingo's. It breaks my heart what they are doing to them. I really hope they dtop. They don't hurt anyone. Look at cruzer and how amazing he is and how well hes doing. ❤

[@user-dj4ep6kt2k]

I too wish I could sign the petition, but I I live in Canada . The plight of the Dingo is heartbreaking!

[@jnel715]

This is great, you should do a Ted talk on this coexistence and ecosystem stuff for Dingoes.

[@katrose5572]

If we aren't Australian will our signature count?

[@joannebayron1509]

Great question? Also like to know if signatures count coming from USA 🇺🇸

[@pvdogs2]

In the last dingo video Sam provided an e-mail address for non Australian residents to use in place of signing the petition.

[@jules58au]

Signed. Thanks Luke and Sam.

[@user-km2bk8zb4m]

Great explanation from Luke. You can see how ill judged intervention has made matters worse in other countries time and time again, and has had knock on effects on other native animals. We need to protect indigenous species, not obliterate. The cruelty against dingoes is appaling. It would be great to be able to sign this petition... I live in Ireland.

[@davidbock1226]

America found this out with our grey wolves. We in America hope Australia will follow. ❤Debra

[@carronalee]

OMG…that was tough to watch. Signed immediately. 😢

[@olga138]

I shared on FB and urged my Australian friends to watch and then sign the petition.

[@patriciagriffin1505]

Thank you Luke for educating us to the value of these necessary animals… I’m glad the Farm is in this fight to keep these animals safe

[@deannstanglenny9431]

Thank you Luke and as hard as it was to watch , it is so important for this to stop. We have both signed and shared with Sam’s original post. 😞🙏🏻❤️🐾🐾

[@karentarleton8522]

Thank you for all you are doing. It amazes me that mankind does this. The decisions of some people changes what our future generation will be able to be a part of.

[@stephaniehollis2816]

Well done Luke & Sam, great evidence-based argument for dingos and very well presented👍🐾 I didn’t know about the beneficial impact on the environment when dingos are present naturally and when farmers let them exist alongside their livestock, that is fascinating!🌳🌳🌳

[@user-vm3vx1iy7w]

К сожалению, в России также были примеры как бездумного уничтожения животных разных видов, так и привоз животных, которые стали инвазивными. Сейчас используется научный, более практичный подход в отношении живой природы. Динго очень жалко - их жизнь и без того трудна. А ещё и массовое уничтожение... Будем благоразумны! Татьяна, Москва, Россия 🇷🇺

[@deafdog]

What my Dingo, Ernie, reckons. "Australia needs an insurance fund for Dingo predation. Where by, if you can prove a Dingo did it, you are compensated for the loss. As the pack structure will take at least 5 years to reform. Takes five years to be a fully mature alpha Dingo. I am 3 and a half years old and am still learning. While young Dingoes are maturing into pack leaders, there will be excessive predation. One has to deal with the fact that Apex predators are killers and opportunist. An easy kill is an easy kill and will be repeated. Unguarded sheep are an easy kill and you can't hold the predators responsible. The responsible party is the livestock owner. In parts of the world where there are wolves, Guardian animals and Shepard's are part of the management. Dingoes are Australia's wolves and as proven in re wilding of the environment every one benefits in the long run. Australia is not good with long term thinking. It only took a couple hundred years to ruin the land that First Nation people managed for 60,000 years. Once pack structure and territory are settled and alpha males and females are running the show, excessive predation will dissipate. It is the interim period that will be difficult. The propaganda spread by farmers will take time to prove wrong. Calling Dingoes wild dogs for starters needs to change. Dingoes are not dogs they are a genus of their own, Canus Dingo. They are a native Australian species and should be protected as such. The Dingo Predation Compensation Fund will assist farmers in the transition period. Farm practice needs to change as mentioned in the video. Guardian dogs or donkeys can be used as well as fencing and electrified systems. The big whinge from the farming lobby is the cost of Dingo predation and the costs associated with dealing with it. Access to Compensation should alleviate those issues. Make no mistake, if you stop killing Dingoes and protect them but don't change farming practice, there will be predation increases. Initially, the costs will be high but should be regarded as an investment in the future. What I want as a Dingo is : Recognition of Native Animal status. Protection from hunters Banning of 1080 baiting. My parents were murdered by 1080. I was lucky to be rescued. Properly fenced sheep and patrolled paddocks to discourage younger Dingoes from discovering how easy it is to kill sheep. Guardian animals mandatory for grazing enterprise. For that, Dingoes will : Eliminate, Foxes, Rabbits, Goats and Cats from Australia. Manage the Flora and Fauna back to pre invasion status. Come on Australia we can do it " 🐾Regards Ernie

[@faroutflorida2059]

Thank you for speaking for these beautiful animals and working to rid Australia of 1080 poison. As education continues may those who are misinformed about the Dingo learn that they are necessary and actually beneficial to their farm life.

[@dyan2]

Signed. Really concise, interesting, easy to follow & compelling piece Luke. Hope it is shared widely. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@glynisroberts5029]

Dingos are one of God's creatures ❤

[@lindawilnewic8690]

The plight of the dingos brought tears to my eyes. They are such beautiful animals and important to the ecosystem.If I lived in Australia I would sign the petition and urge my neighbors to do the same. I hope your lawmakers wake up to this horrible destruction of these important animals.

[@cjcap9918]

Heart wrenching😢😢😢 ❤. Sorry I can't sign the petition, since I don't live in Australia.

[@sharonmckellar3680]

Fantastic video Luke. Wish we could sign the petition again but will share again & get the friends I missed last time.

[@curlysue7906]

This is just a brilliant video. I hope everyone sees it!

[@sallydouze]

No, Australia can't exist without your dingos ❤

[@user-cl1ew9ki5i]

Really great video. Let's hope it makes an impact on getting this brutal practice of poisoning dingoes to end. ❤ from Brisbane Australia. My family have cattle on 2 separate properties on Sunshine Coast and out past Gympie. Wild dog packs can be a problem when calves are born and while they are still quite small. My family never use baits but rely on shotguns to reduce stock loss and move the packs along. I'm told that these packs are mostly mixed breeds of dogs that have formed packs. Rather than pure dingo small family packs.

[@alexbell1801]

Signed!