Policies and Science
Policies
All RSPCA Policies can be found within our Knowledge Base, covering the following categories:
- A - Companion animals
- B - Farm animals
- C - Animals used for sport, entertainment, recreation and work
- D - Research animals
- E - Wildlife
- F - Transportation of animals
- G - Humane killing
- H - Miscellaneous
Science
The science of animal welfare is dynamic and evolving, and underpins RSPCA policy, opinion and philosophy.
Scientific Seminar
The annual RSPCA Australia Scientific Seminar brings industry experts together to explore the latest developments in animal welfare.
Groups and Committees
To make a difference to animal welfare the RSPCA needs to be at the table when big policy decisions are being made. The RSPCA takes this responsbility seriously and prides itself on being one of the few animal welfare groups to have the ear of Government and industry.
Scholarships
RSPCA Australia scholarships are intended to encourage students to take an active interest in animal welfare issues. View our Past Scholarship Recipients.
Essay Prizes
RSPCA Australia has established two perpetual prizes for the best essays on poultry and pig welfare science for students studying veterinary science or animal and veterinary bioscience at the University of Sydney.