Animals/ Pets

Animal Welfare Wrap-up: Volume #11

Here is our weekly roundup of the latest news in animal welfare. Click through and read the latest animal welfare news. This week, we have news about brachycephalic dogs (bulldogs, pugs, and French bulldogs) and greyhounds. We also give Prof. Paul…

June is Workplace Giving Month!

Did you know June is Workplace Giving Month? We want to thank all the thousands of Australians who support the RSPCA by contributing directly from their salaries. We would also like to express our gratitude to the companies and organizations…

Animal Welfare Wrap-up: Volume #12

We are pleased to bring you our Animal Welfare Wrap-up. Click through and read the latest animal welfare news. ACT bans greyhound racing Last week, the ACT Government announced that greyhound races will be banned in the capital city by the…

Animal Welfare Wrap Up: Volume #14

RSPCA Queensland’s animal hospital at Wacol used vodka as an antidote to save the kitten’s life. The kitten was close to death when it was discovered after it had consumed toxic antifreeze. It has been named Tipsy. ABC reported that “Vodka was…

Five ways to keep hens happy

You’ll be familiar with their social nature if you’ve spent time around chickens. Like all animals, chickens are happiest when able to express their natural behaviors. How can farmers make sure that these birds live their best lives? Morry Wroby, from…