RSPCA Policy F7 Transportation of companion animals
(adopted 21/05/2023)
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RSPCA Policy F8 Transportation of animals by air or sea
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(adopted 21/05/2023)
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Why does the RSPCA oppose the export of racing greyhounds?
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RSPCA Australia opposes the export of Australian racing greyhounds because it puts them at significant risk of poor animal welfare outcomes. The risks include stress and injuries associated with long-distance transport, lack of animal welfare legal protection in importing countries, and the potential to enter the dog meat trade. The…
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What is the impact on animal welfare of depriving farm animals of water during transport?
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Livestock transported in Australia are routinely deprived of water for variable periods including curfew (prior to transport), during transport and in saleyards and depots. Under the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines for the Land Transport of Livestock, the maximum time off water is 48 hours for cattle and goats over…
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RSPCA Policy G1 Humane killing
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(adopted 28/03/2018) See also Position Paper G3 Welfare of animals at abattoirs
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RSPCA Policy C11 Angling
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Note: Bluewater fishing is a form of fishing for sport or recreation generally using a rod and reel from a motorboat where caught fish may be ‘played’ for extended periods before finally being landed. Large fish such as tuna and marlin are usually targeted. (adopted 30/3/2016)
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RSPCA Policy D1 General principles
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(adopted 5/12/2020)
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RSPCA Policy D6 Genetic manipulation and xenotransplantation
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(adopted 5/12/2020)
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RSPCA Policy D7 Toxicology research and testing
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(adopted 5/12/2020)
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RSPCA Policy D8 Animals in teaching
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(adopted 5/12/2020)