What should I do if suspect my pet has eaten a poison bait?
If you suspect or know that your dog or cat has eaten a poison bait, you must contact your nearest...
Wild Animals
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Can wild-domestic cat or dog hybrids be kept as pets in Australia?
A wild-domestic hybrid is the result of breeding a wild species of animal with a similar domesticated animal species, most... -
How can I help protect my pets from snakes?
Snakes are attracted to potential food and water sources and safe, quiet places to hide. To reduce the risk of... -
Why do some recreational hunters use a bow and arrow and is this type of hunting humane?
Some hunters use a bow and arrow to hunt animals because they consider it to be an ‘art’ or challenge... -
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... -
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... -
How can habitat loss affect animal welfare?
Habitat loss and fragmentation are significant threats to the welfare of individual animals, biodiversity and species survival. RSPCA Australia recognises... -
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... -
Is mange in wombats a serious welfare issue?
Mange is a parasitic skin infestation which, if left untreated, can cause crusting, bleeding and intense irritation. In wombats and... -
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 (and environmental) issues with the production of palm oil?
Palm oil is a cheap, versatile and very popular vegetable oil. However, its large-scale production has caused a devastating impact... -
What is the RSPCA’s view on crocodile farming?
The way in which crocodiles are farmed for skins and meat results in a number of welfare concerns including confinement,...