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RSPCA commends action from airlines to address air travel risks for flat-faced pets

Friday, 21st February 2020

RSPCA Australia has welcomed this week’s announcements from both Qantas and Virgin Australia, introducing new measures to protect flat-faced dog and cat breeds from the high risks they face

Bulldog breeders must act now to improve the welfare of dogs: RSPCA

Thursday, 16th November 2017

British Bulldogs bred in Australia have been suffering under an extreme breed standard that could have been changed 30 years ago, and breeders of all extreme-featured dogs must act now to i

RSPCA helping pug and bulldog owners find out if their dog is at risk

Wednesday, 9th August 2017

Before you chuckle at that video of a snoring pug or sleepy French bulldog sitting upright on the sofa, you might need to ask if that animal is actually suffering from just trying to breath

Record-breaking temperatures a particular danger to flat-faced Pugs and Bulldogs

Friday, 10th February 2017

As Australia swelters through some of the hottest weather on record, the RSPCA and Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) are warning owners that the summer can take a particular toll on dogs with

Love is blind when it comes to some puppies

Wednesday, 21st December 2016

Australia is a nation of dog lovers, but some of our most popular breeds – including French Bulldogs, Pugs, British Bulldogs, Dachshunds and Shar Peis – are suffering serious health issues