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Paws hit the pavement to raise funds for RSPCA ACT

Raising funds for animals in need RSPCA ACT hosts the Million Paws Walk at Patrick White Lawns, Sunday 28 May.

RSPCA ACT tells us how to look out for pets during summer

With summer here, it’s important that pet owners take the time to ensure our furriest family members will be comfortable in changing conditions. RSPCA ACT CEO Michelle Robertson says because animals can’t take off layers if they start to get a bit toasty or simply jump in a pool, humans have to provide solutions for them.

Pets as presents? Not the best idea, says RSPCA ACT

Are you thinking that an adorable ball of fur would make the perfect present under the tree this year? The RSPCA ACT says gifting yourself a fluffy, feathered, or scaley friend can be okay if you are ready for a new family member but strongly advise against choosing one for friends and relatives.

Australians predicted to spend big this Catmas

Santa Claws is making his list and checking it twice, checking to see what cats have been naughty or nice. A new study has shown that our feline family members are expected to get at least two presents under the tree this Christmas year. While Australians are predicted to spend a whopping 71 million dollars on presents for their cats.

RSPCA ACT concerned for Canberra’s dogs

RSPCA ACT is appealing to pet owners and those in the community to reach out for help when help is needed after noticing a disturbing trend in recent months. The organisation’s inspectors say they are seriously concerned for the welfare of animals in our region after an increase in reports of emaciated dogs.

Post-pandemic economy slows RSPCA ACT fundraising efforts

What happens when fundraising isn’t making as much as it used to? Even though the team at the RSPCA ACT has been able to be in surplus in the last couple of years, they are aware their fundraisers aren’t generating as much as they once did.

Partners dollar match donations to RSPCA ACT today

Donations made to RSPCA ACT’s Give to Get Them Home campaign today will be dollar matched by generous national and local partners.

RSPCA ACT seeking cat-loving foster carers  

After a seemingly endless kitten season, RSPCA ACT is in need of more foster carers to open their arms and homes to kittens and cats.

Tasty recipes for RSPCA Cupcake Day

Grab your apron and preheat those ovens – RSPCA Cupcake Day is upon us and can be any day that suits you in August. Whether you’re whipping up sweet treats to show...

5 purrfect ways to keep your cat happy at home

As Canberrans continue to adjust to the cat containment laws that came into effect last month, RSPCA ACT has released their top tips for keeping cats happy and healthy at home.

RSPCA shares 5 top tips to protect your pets this winter

To help keep both you and your pets warm, RSPCA NSW Chief Veterinarian Dr Liz Arnott shares her five top tips to help care for your pets for this winter.

Walk the dog to help RSPCA ACT prevent animal cruelty

The annual Million Paws Walk is back up and dog-walking in the ACT on Sunday 29 May, and the local RSPCA are paw-ssionately aiming to raise $100,000 to support their critical work.

RSPCA ACT warns Easter treats can be lethal to pets

While Easter is every chocolate lovers’ favourite time of the year, RSPCA ACT is reminding humans that chocolate can be poisonous and life threatening to animals.

Pialligo the ‘pawfect’ new place for RSPCA ACT

After many years of patiently waiting, RSPCA ACT announced today that it will relocate to a new purpose-built facility in Pialligo.

Leave festive food to non-furry friends and family

With Christmas only days away, RSPCA ACT is reminding Canberran pet owners about the dangers of festive foods for animals, with some common Christmas treats being very harmful for pets to consume.

Pets are for life, not just Christmas Day

This holiday season, RSPCA ACT want to stress the importance to Canberrans that pets are for life, not just a gift on Christmas Day.

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