Is there a link between domestic violence and animal abuse?
Numerous studies have confirmed that in households with companion animals experiencing domestic violence and abuse, there is also a high...
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Why do some dogs still have docked tails?
Tail docking is the surgical removal (amputation) of a dog’s tail for cosmetic purposes. Tail docking has been illegal in... -
What is a puppy farm?
A puppy farm (also known as a puppy factory or puppy mill) is an intensive dog breeding facility, operating under inadequate... -
How do I avoid supporting puppy farms?
A puppy farm (also known as a puppy factory or puppy mill) is an intensive dog breeding facility operating under inadequate... -
Do laws protect animals used in rodeos?
There is increasing public concern regarding the welfare of horses and cattle used in rodeos due to the potential risks... -
Is hunting feral pigs with dogs legal in Australia?
Unfortunately, hunting of pigs with dogs is a legal activity in some parts of Australia, with laws varying between states... -
Do fish feel pain?
The answer is yes. Scientific evidence that fish are sentient animals capable of experiencing pain and suffering has been building... -
What is the RSPCA doing to improve animal welfare at the international (OIE) level?
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) is first and foremost an international reference point for matters relating to animal... -
What does ‘RSPCA’ stand for?
‘RSPCA’ stands for the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This name is registered in each State... -
How are RSPCA Inspectors accountable under law?
The RSPCA is recognised as Australia’s leading authority on animal care and protection. This is largely due to its role... -
What laws are necessary to stop puppy farming?
Puppy farming is considered to be a major animal welfare issue in Australia. The RSPCA has dedicated considerable time and... -
Do padded whips cause pain to horses?
Since 2009, all jockeys in Thoroughbred racing in Australia have been required to use a whip which is padded at... -
What happens during duck and quail shooting and where does this occur?
Duck and quail shooting using a shotgun causes inevitable pain and suffering as not every bird is killed outright. For... -
What is the RSPCA’s view on duck hunting?
The RSPCA opposes the recreational hunting of ducks because of the inherent and inevitable pain and suffering caused. Every year,... -
How are dogs used for hunting?
The use of dogs in hunting can pose welfare risks to both the animal being hunted and the dog. The... -
What happens when dogs are used to hunt feral pigs?
The use of dogs in pig hunting poses significant welfare risks to both the pig being hunted and the dogs... -
Are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hunters exempt from animal cruelty laws?
No, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hunters must comply with the laws relating to animal cruelty in all states and... -
What is ‘One Welfare’?
‘One Welfare’ is the concept that animal welfare depends on and influences human welfare and environmental sustainability [1]. This... -
What is animal hoarding and why is it harmful to animals?
Animal hoarding, although recognised by human and animal services, is generally poorly understood in terms of its prevalence, causes, influencing... -
Is ear cropping of dogs legal in Australia?
The RSPCA is opposed to ear cropping because it is painful, inhumane, and unnecessary. Ear cropping is illegal in all...