Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution

At Petmania, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you're playing, please do so within your means and for enjoyment.

Age Verification

Online pokies in Australia are strictly for players aged 18 years and over. By accessing our site, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement. We take age verification seriously to protect young people from gambling harm.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do any of these apply to you? Please seek help if you recognize yourself:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
• Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Neglecting work, study, relationships, or responsibilities due to gambling
• Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling

Self-Help Tools & Limit-Setting

Most reputable online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose in a set period
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions about time and money spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
• Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period

Use these tools proactively—they're designed to help you maintain control and enjoy gaming safely.

Help & Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, professional help is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counseling and support
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7)

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free support and self-help resources
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Health education and support
  www.bzga.de

Need Help Right Now?

If you're struggling with gambling, please reach out today. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Counselors are trained, confidential, and available to support you.

Remember: You don't have to face this alone. Help is just a phone call or click away.