Organisation: Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Purpose: To prevent cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection.
About: RSPCA Australia is an independent, non-government community-based charity providing animal care and protection services. It describes itself as a “federated organisation made up of the eight independent state and territory RSPCA Societies.” The RSPCA runs 40 shelters and employs around 1,000 staff.
RSPCA works to enforce animal cruelty laws and prompt new legislation where required. The RSPCA also operates animal care and adoption facilities, and seeks to raise community awareness regarding the humane treatment of animals. In addition, the RSPCA works with government and industry to establish standards for animal care.
Current campaigns and programs:
Makeover the world
Live Export
Layer Hens
Puppy farms
Whips in racing
Pedigree Dogs
Website: http://www.rspca.org.au/
Source(s):
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RSPCA_Australia
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