Our role

The state and territory member Societies provide services to animals in need through their shelters and inspectorates. In the national office, RSPCA Australia works to influence animal welfare policy, practice and legislation across the country
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Key issues

The RSPCA advocates for the welfare of animals across a number of industries, issues and platforms. Help from our supporters is important to progress change. Working together is key.
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News

Here you'll find the latest news relating to the RSPCA's vital work, press releases on national events, education on animal welfare issues, animal welfare science updates and our very own podcast covering a range of current topics.
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RSPCA welcomes inclusion of mandatory video surveillance in updated Animal Welfare Certification System
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About

The RSPCA is an independent, community-based charity providing animal care and protection services across the country.
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Adopt

By choosing adoption, you’ll not only have the chance to make a friend for life, but you’ll be giving an animal a second chance and helping support the RSPCA.
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Protect your pets during NYE fireworks
RSPCA Australia 31 December 2012
31 December 2012 The RSPCA is warning South Australians to ensure their pets are safe on New Year’s Eve, as it braces as one of its busiest nights of the year. RSPCA (SA) Chief Inspector Simon Richards said animals find fireworks particular…
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Petbarn donation helping senior pets — like 11-year-old Mr Po — find their home
RSPCA Australia 25 October 2021
Mr Po is a gorgeous 11-year-old cat who, after being brought into the Coffs Harbour RSPCA, is now looking for his forever home . It’s senior pets like him that will benefit thanks to a generous donation from the Petbarn Foundation. The valu…
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Making it easier for Australian businesses to do the right thing for animal welfare
RSPCA Australia 4 May 2021
When it comes to sourcing animal-based products for food and clothing responsibly, there’s a lot that individual businesses can do.   For a long time – and often behind the scenes - the RSPCA has helped businesses improve animal welfare thr…
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RSPCA and Bendigo Bank have $3 million reasons to celebrate
RSPCA Australia 17 October 2017
RSPCA and Bendigo Bank are this week celebrating the milestone of $3 million in support of the Adoptapet program – all thanks to Bendigo Bank customers.  Adoptapet is a national website that allows prospective pet owners to view animals wai…
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RSPCA launches Million Paws Walk: Walk This May
RSPCA Australia 20 March 2020
The RSPCA has adapted their much-loved national dog walking event by launching Million Paws Walk: Walk This May . In response to ongoing developments of COVID-19, the RSPCA will no longer be able hold the usual public event on Sunday 17 May…
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Greyhounds as pets: Three things about greyhounds that might surprise you
RSPCA Australia 14 March 2017
Cruelty and overbreeding in the greyhound industry have been in the spotlight lately. This increased attention means we’ve seen lots of awful things, but one of the positive outcomes has been that more and more people are opening their hear…
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Experts ask: ‘Are we treating our dogs properly?’
RSPCA Australia 24 November 2016
With greyhound racing and puppy farming among the hottest topics in the media this year, ‘we love our dogs’ has become the catch cry of breeders, trainers and owners alike. But is loving your dog really enough? The RSPCA’s annual Animal Wel…
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Essential tips to care for backyard chickens
RSPCA Australia 8 November 2023
Keeping backyard chickens is becoming increasingly popular in Australia. Chickens are social and inquisitive animals and it’s important to know when making the decision to keep chickens that they require a great deal of care to ensure they…
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Here's how to care for your puppy
RSPCA Australia 23 March 2017
With their oversized paws, waggy tails and little pink tummies, there’s no denying that these little creatures are just plain adorable.  According to a Japanese study from 2012, looking at puppy pictures can improve your mood and boost your…
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RSPCA Million Paws Walk — 30 years of walking and wagging for animals in need
RSPCA Australia 26 May 2024
Today, thousands of people and their canine companions will join forces and walk together in the fight against animal cruelty, with the RSPCA’s Million Paws Walk celebrating its 30th year. Continuing the theme of being a superhero for anima…
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