Does the RSPCA promote veganism or vegetarianism? When some people become aware of the realities of large-scale animal farming, they choose to become vegetarian or vegan. The...
Who do I contact to report an animal welfare issue with farm animals? RSPCA Inspectors employed by RSPCA ACT, RSPCA New South Wales, RSPCA South Australia, RSPCA Tasmania and RSPCA Western Australia have...
Why is it important to declare mulesing status on the National Wool Declaration? What is the National Wool Declaration? In 2008, the Australian Wool Exchange (through which around 90% of Australian wool is...
What role does the RSPCA play in Australian agriculture and livestock production? As Australia’s largest and most trusted animal welfare organisation, the RSPCA is committed to improving and promoting better welfare for...
What happens to breeding and dairy cattle exported overseas? Each year, Australia exports tens of thousands of dairy cattle and breeding animals to countries all over the world to...
How can climate change affect animal welfare? RSPCA Australia acknowledges that there is scientific consensus that climate change is caused by greenhouse gas emissions from human activities...
What does ethical investment mean when it comes to farm animal welfare? If you are a consumer who cares about the welfare of farm animals, you will probably be purchasing higher welfare...
How does farm animal welfare fit into corporate social responsibility (CSR)? What is corporate social responsibility? The concept of corporate social responsibility (CSR) arose in the 1970s in western societies because...
Why is good handling and management so important for farm animal welfare? The attitude, behaviour, skills and knowledge of the people who manage and handle farm animals is known as stockpersonship. Knowledgeable,...
At what stage of development do animals become sentient? Animal sentience is the capacity of an animal to experience different feelings such as suffering or pleasure. The onset of...
What are the effects of drones on wildlife and domestic pets? Drones, which are remote controlled aircraft, can be used to monitor animals for research or for their welfare. So, whilst...
How can I minimise the impact of bushfire smoke on my animals? Bushfires can lead to persistent smoke and related air pollution and this can cause serious negative effects and health problems...
What are the animal welfare concerns with transporting farm animals during hot weather? Most farm animals will be transported at some point in their life. For example, animals may be transported to other...