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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 probability of animal abuse.
Are there laws that require companion animal breeders to meet certain standards of care?
Laws relating to the welfare of animals vary in different states. In some states, companion animal breeders have to be registered, which may also require meeting certain standards of care but in other states, breeder registration and/or standards may not exist (see table below).
Is the use of cat or dog fur legal in Australia?
Under regulation 4W of the Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations 1956 (Cth), the importation into Australia of cat or dog fur is prohibited unless the importer is authorised by the Minister for Immigration and Border Protection. However, the use of cat or dog fur is not expressly banned within Australia.
Should Australia have a national body to oversee animal welfare?
Given that animals play an important role in the lives of all Australians, the RSPCA strongly believes that we need a national government body to provide advice, governance and leadership on animal welfare issues.
How do I contact the Minister for Agriculture to ask for improvements in animal welfare?
Most farm animal welfare issues are the responsibility of State and Territory governments.
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 I lobby government to improve animal welfare?
Most animal welfare issues are the responsibility of State and Territory governments.
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.