Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Canberra Dachshunds, we believe that casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
If you find yourself struggling with your gambling habits, support is available.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take age verification seriously. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, groceries)
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or school due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Unable to stop or reduce gambling despite wanting to
- Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed when not gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing our services
- Time Limits: Set maximum session durations to manage your gaming time
If you wish to use any of these tools, please contact our support team or access your account settings.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
International Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom) — Support and advice
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) — National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) — Evidence-based resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) — Helpline and treatment referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Please don't struggle alone. If you or someone you care about is experiencing problems with gambling, reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. Help is confidential, free, and available right now.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.