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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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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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The RSPCA is an independent, community-based charity providing animal care and protection services across the country.
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Animal welfare science RSPCA Australia uses peer-reviewed scientific research to inform our policies, positions and campaigns. Caring for animals RSPCA member Societies work hard to care for animals through rehoming animals, educating the p…
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RSPCA ACT is in Training for its Annual Million Paws Walk
RSPCA Australia 5 May 2014
With only a few weeks left before the biggest pet event in Canberra each year, RSPCA ACT is in training mode in preparation for the Million Paws Walk.  Sunday 18 May at Commonwealth Park, RSPCA ACT will attempt to break all previous attenda…
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Record number of dogs needing new homes
RSPCA Australia 6 February 2013
6 February 2013 A busy festive season combined with the temporary suspension of dog adoptions last month has placed further pressure on the RSPCA, with a record number of dogs now needing new homes. RSPCA (SA) Executive Manager of Animal Op…
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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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Desexing your cat is more important than you may think
RSPCA Australia 19 May 2026
… individual cats. Blog RSPCA Australia 9 July 2021 Do the right thing by your cat and the community desexing pre-pubertal desexing pet care cats
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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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