Articles tagged with 'Legal protection'
Is the use of electronic dog collars legal?
The RSPCA is opposed to the use of any electronically activated devices which deliver electric shocks (e. g. , anti-barking collars, invisible boundaries) or other aversive stimuli (e. g. , high-pitched sounds, citronella). Such devices involve punishment, and inflict pain, fear and discomfort. State/Territory Legal?
Is dehorning of cattle legal in Australia?
State/Territory Legal? Name of Relevant Act / Special Conditions and Requirements Australian Capital Territory Yes No expressed prohibition of dehorning cattle in ACT legislation including the Animal Welfare Act 1992 (ACT) and the Animal Welfare Regulation 2001 (ACT).
Is religious slaughter legal in Australia?
Religious slaughter, also known as ritual slaughter, is the slaughter of livestock according to specific religious principles. There are two types of religious slaughter carried out in Australia: halal slaughter (under Islam) and kosher slaughter (under Judaism). State/Territory Legal?
What are Ag-gag laws and how would they affect transparency and trust in animal production?
An “Ag-gag” law is the name given to legislation designed to curb the rise in animal activist monitoring and investigative activities within the livestock sector. Proposals to introduce such legislation first arose in the United States in the late 1990s.
How can our animal welfare laws be improved?
Animal welfare laws in Australia are governed at the state and territory level. As such, there are eight separate animal welfare statutes, all of which seek to prohibit animal cruelty and promote animal welfare within their respective jurisdictions.
Can native animals be kept as pets?
RSPCA believes that wild animals, even if they are captive-bred, should not be kept as pets unless there is clear evidence that they will have a good quality of life, their needs can be met, accurate care information is available, a suitably experienced veterinarian is utilised as needed, and the…
Is hot iron branding of cattle legal in Australia?
The use of hot iron branding of livestock including cattle, horses and other animals is legal in all States and Territories of Australia, with some conditions as specified in the table below. State/Territory Legal?
How are national farm animal welfare standards developed?
Animal welfare laws in Australia are governed at the state and territory level and every jurisdiction has its own animal welfare Act.
Is microchipping mandatory for cats and dogs?
A microchip is a small rice-grain sized chip that is placed just below the skin in the back of the neck of dogs and cats.
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 resources to investigating and developing strategies, in conjunction with key stakeholders, for how this practice may be brought to an end.