Events
Million Paws Walk (May)
The Million Paws Walk is the RSPCA's major national fundraiser. Every year over 60,000 people and 25,000 pets hit the pavement to raise much needed funds for the RSPCA. The next Million Paws Walk will be on 16 May 2010, with registrations opening on 15 February 2010.
Cupcake Day (August)
Thank you to everyone who participated in Cupcake Day for the RSPCA 2009! Whether you were an RSPCA Cupcake Cook or simply an RSPCA Cupcake eater - you have supported the thousands of animals we care for everyday. If you would like to be notified about Cupcake Day 2010 please visit the Cupcake Day website.
Happy Tails Day (October)
Throughout September and October the RSPCA's exclusive Happy Tails Day merchandise will hit the shops in preparation for Happy Tails Day on 8 October 2010. Stay tuned for all the details and how you can get involved and show you care for animals while supporting the important work of the RSPCA.
RSPCA Awareness Week (October)
There is always lots happening during RSPCA Awareness Week, which runs during the first week of October every year. The week is an opportunity for the RSPCA to raise awareness about our work to care for and protect animals. Contact your local RSPCA to find out about activities in your state.
Pawfect Match (February 13&14)
Find the love of your life at the RSPCA and be part of the Pawfect Match adoptathon starting Valentine's weekend. The RSPCA is aiming to find loving new homes for 50,000 dogs and cats in 2010.
Scientific Seminar (February)
Held on Tuesday 23 February 2010 at the CSIRO Discovery Centre, Canberra, on the topic of Convergence or conflict: Animal welfare in wildlife management and conservation.
Million Purrs (February - May)
Million Purrs is the RSPCA's newest fundraiser, especially for cats! Million Purrs is the feline version of the Million Paws Walk but to join in the fun your cat doesn't have to leave the house. Million Purrs is a virtual world where you can create a cat avatar, upload a photo of your feline friend and start raising money for the RSPCA. Registrations will open again on 15 February 2010.