RSPCA Kingaroy

10/03/2025

It’s Fair Go for Animals day!
The 10th March is a new national day of action to raise awareness about the need to build a fairer and more independent animal welfare system.

Join us in building a system that respects animal sentience and ensures animals are treated with respect and compassion 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/blog/animal-welfare/independent-queensland-animal-welfare-authority

08/03/2025

08/03/2025

It's International Women’s Day 🙍‍♀️❤️
Over the past week all the incredible, strong, talented and dedicated women at RSPCA QLD have and are continuing to work together to keep our animals and Teams safe - we can't thank you enough for everything you do.

Did you know WOMEN make up 80% of our volunteers and staff at RSPCA QLD? 🙌🎉

From our rescue officers, inspectors, retail team and foster carers to our leadership team, emergency hotline operators and veterinary team (and everyone in between), we are so proud to work with each and every one of you!

All our team do an amazing job caring for animals across the state. We wouldn’t be able to help as many lives as we do without their help. Thank you ❤️

06/03/2025

🐾 Fun Fact Friday: Milk is NOT Good for Cats! 🥛🚫

Despite the classic image of a cat happily lapping up a bowl of milk, most adult cats are actually lactose intolerant!

Kittens produce an enzyme called lactase, which helps them digest their mother’s milk. However, once they are weaned, their bodies stop producing this enzyme because milk is no longer a natural part of their diet. Without lactase, cats can’t properly break down lactose (the sugar in milk), leading to digestive issues like gas, bloating, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea.

If you want to treat your feline friend, stick to cat-friendly alternatives like water or special lactose-free cat milk! 💙🐱

05/03/2025

Happy Tail: Travis’ New Beginning

Formerly known as Kingston, Travis is now thriving in his forever home, and his tail just won’t stop wagging! 🐾😊 He’s embracing every moment with enthusiasm and a heart full of joy.

Dinner time is his absolute favorite—every bite brings a sparkle to his eyes 🍽️😍, and he makes sure his humans know it’s time to chow down. His mornings are equally delightful, with refreshing walks that let him explore the world one sniff at a time 🌞🐕‍🦺, filling his day with adventure and excitement.

Travis has also had a blast at daycare with his new brother, making lots of furry friends and sharing endless playtime fun 🎉🐶💖. It’s all about wagging tails, belly rubs, and endless smiles in his new life!

Here’s to many more adventures, warm cuddles, and joyful moments ahead! 🥰🎈🐾

05/03/2025

🚨 CYCLONE ALFRED UPDATE 🚨
Cyclone Alfred is forecast to make landfall between late Friday and early Saturday, bringing severe wind, heavy rain and flooding.

🐾 Access your RSPCA QLD and Get Ready Queensland pet emergency plan 👉 ow.ly/GANp50QeRFV
🙍‍♀️ Prepare the whole family, visit: getready.qld.gov.au
⁉️ Cyclone advice, visit: bit.ly/3QJXMVf
⚠️ For alerts in your area: bit.ly/3l27DpI
📍 For RSPCA location closures, visit: bit.ly/4hbjHzk

PET FRIENDLY EVACUATION CENTRES
Have a plan in place with your friends and family if you do need to evacuate. If you can't find safe accommodation with your pets, the following centres are accepting animals. Please refer to the council dashboard for up-to-date information.

🏢Gold Coast residents
📍 Burleigh Waters Community Centre
📍 Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre

🏢Sunshine Coast residents
📍 Nambour Showground

ENSURE YOUR PET HAS IDENTIFICATION
If your pet becomes lost in severe weather, having appropriate ID can help them be reunited safely. Is your pet microchipped and has a collar with ID?

ℹ️ Find out what the closure of Microchip Registry HomeSafe ID means for pet owners 👉 bit.ly/3QEJqWn

TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR PETS ARE SAFE
🏡 Create a safe and secure space for all of your animals
🐴 Watch out for debris, incoming waters and unsafe damage to surrounding properties
🐶 Don’t tether pets if outside - they may do themselves more harm trying to break free.
💧 Provide access to water and food in heavy bowls if outdoors.
🐱 Keep your pets (including cats) indoors.
📝 Take time to prepare a Disaster Pet Preparedness Plan for you and your pet if you need to evacuate👉 bit.ly/3wntFIE
🐮 Move livestock to higher ground
🍃 Ensure objects in your yard are tied down.

ANIMAL WELFARE AND SICK OR INJURED PETS
‼️ For animal welfare reports, please lodge online - bit.ly/3Den22X
👩‍⚕️ For sick or injured pets, contact your local vet or nearest emergency vet

WATCH FOR WILDLIFE
🐨 Injured & sick wildlife can be brought directly to our Wacol Wildlife Hospital (if safe to do so) if you're in Brisbane. Otherwise Australia Zoo on the Sunshine Coast. Please call our RSPCA Emergency Hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (264 625) or email [email protected] if the phone lines are down, 7am to 7pm for advice, or your local wildlife group. Please be aware that our services are limited during severe weather.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU LOSE OR FIND A PET
🐱 Contact your local Council
🐶 Lodge a report with RSPCA Queensland Lost & Found – bit.ly/3WrqQlr

ℹ️ More information and tips can be found on our website 👉 bit.ly/3WB3JHZ

Remember if it's flooded, forget it.
For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500, or in a life-threatening emergency call 000.

04/03/2025

🐾 Wellness Wednesday: What to Do If You Lose Your Pet 🐾

Losing a beloved pet can be heartbreaking, but acting quickly can increase your chances of being reunited. At RSPCA Qld, we help reunite hundreds of lost pets with their families every year, and we want to help you too! 💙

Here’s what to do if your pet goes missing:

✅ Notify Your Neighbours – Let them know your pet is missing and share a description. Create a flyer with clear details and contact info, then do a letterbox drop or post it on local noticeboards.

✅ Search Your Home & Yard – Check every possible hiding spot, including small spaces, under furniture, sheds, or even storm drains. Cats, in particular, may climb trees or hide in unexpected places.

✅ Walk Your Neighbourhood – Call your pet’s name and use familiar sounds, like shaking their food container. If they recently visited a dog park or a friend’s house, check those areas too.

✅ Keep Searching – Many lost pets are found weeks or even months later. Don’t lose hope!

✅ Register Your Lost Pet – Visit https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/what-we-do/lost-animals and check out our dedicated Lost & Found page to see if someone has spotted your furry friend.

By staying proactive and spreading the word, you’ll improve your chances of bringing your pet home. 🏡🐶🐱 If you’ve lost a pet, don’t wait—start searching today!

RSPCA QLD, the state's oldest, largest and leading animal welfare charity is dedicated to improving the lives of domestic, farmed and native animals.

04/03/2025

🐾 PAWSATIVE TRAINING TUESDAY 🐾

Who Let the Barks Out? Understanding & Managing Excessive Barking 🐕

All dogs bark – it’s a normal way for them to communicate! Dogs use different barks depending on the situation, which is super helpful in figuring out why they might be barking excessively. If your dog (or your neighbour’s dog 🐶) is barking a lot, here’s what you can do:

• Work out Why – Dogs mainly bark to express what they’re feeling, like excitement, boredom, frustration, or fear. They might also bark out of anxiety or even learn to bark if they hear a neighbouring dog. Pay attention to where, when, and what your dog is barking at, and look for other signs like digging or pacing. 📊

• Start a Journal 📓 – If possible, keep a journal of the barking. Write down details like how long it lasts, where it happens (e.g. near the front gate), and what’s causing it (e.g. people passing by). A journal can help uncover the reason behind the barking and help you fix it! ✍️

• Be a Good Neighbour – If it’s your neighbour’s dog, it might help to kindly let them know their dog is barking when they’re not home. They may not even realise! Being patient with them as they work to resolve the issue can make a huge difference, though it could take some time. 🏡🗣️

• Control the Environment – If your dog barks at people walking past your property, try to block their view with things like shade cloths or extra fencing. Giving your dog a “safe space” (like a den or quiet spot) to go to when they feel overwhelmed can help reduce anxiety. 🏠🌳

• Provide Exercise – Sometimes dogs bark excessively simply because they’re bored. Regular walks, runs, or playtime can help, but don’t forget mental stimulation too! Use toys like Kongs, training sessions, or puzzles to keep their minds active. 🐾🎾

• Training – Focus on teaching your dog what you would like them to do when they’d normally bark. For example, instead of barking at the mailman, show your dog how to grab a toy and play with you! 🎯

• No Punishment 🚫 – Avoid using things like bark collars or punishment-based methods, as these can make your dog fearful or aggressive. Positive reinforcement is always the way to go. ❤️

• HELP – If barking is a welfare concern (e.g. the dog doesn’t have food, water, or shelter), contact the RSPCA. Otherwise, excessive barking concerns are usually managed by local councils. 👮‍♂️

Remember, dogs only bark to communicate, so if we ignore the cause, it might show up in other behaviours like digging! 🌱

You can find some additional support ⬇️

https://kb.rspca.org.au
https://www.rspcaschoolforpets.com.au

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04/03/2025

“What an amazing week of adoptions! 🎉🐾 Vegemite, Polly Waffle, Aria, and Ozzie have all found their forever homes, and we couldn’t be happier! 💕 Wishing them all the love, cuddles, and adventures in their new families. 🏡✨ Thank you to everyone who opened their hearts to these sweet souls! 🐶🐱 ”

03/03/2025

“🐾 Meet Amalia! 🐾 This super cute tabby kitten is as sweet as can be! With her playful spirit and adorable little face, she’s ready to bring endless love and joy to her forever home. 💕 Don’t miss out on the chance to make Amalia a part of your family—she’s waiting to meet you! 🏡🐱 ”

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=995221

03/03/2025

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03/03/2025

🚨 CYCLONE ALERT: Does your pet have an emergency plan? 🚨
Cyclone Alfred is forecast to make landfall on Thursday, bring severe wind, heavy rain and flooding.

🐾 Prepare your pets: Access your RSPCA QLD and Get Ready Queensland pet emergency plan 👉 ow.ly/GANp50QeRFV
🙍‍♀️ Are you prepared? Visit: getready.qld.gov.au
⚠️ For alerts in your area: bit.ly/3l27DpI

ENSURE YOUR PET HAS IDENTIFICATION
If your pet becomes lost in severe weather, having appropriate ID can help them be reunited safely. Is your pet microchipped and has a collar with ID?

ℹ️ Find out what the closure of Microchip Registry HomeSafe ID means for pet owners 👉 bit.ly/3QEJqWn

TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR PETS ARE SAFE
🏡 Create a safe and secure space for all of your animals
🐴 Watch out for debris, incoming waters and unsafe damage to surrounding properties
🐶 Don’t tether pets if outside - they may do themselves more harm trying to break free.
💧 Provide access to water and food in heavy bowls if outdoors.
🐱 Keep your pets (including cats) indoors.
📝 Take time to prepare a Disaster Pet Preparedness Plan for you and your pet if you need to evacuate👉 bit.ly/3wntFIE
🍃 Ensure objects in your yard are tied down.

WATCH FOR WILDLIFE
🐨 If you find wildlife in need of assistance call the RSPCA Emergency Hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (264 625) 7am to 7pm, or your local wildlife group, to report any orphaned, stranded, sick or injured animals.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU LOSE OR FIND A PET
🐶 Contact our RSPCA Queensland Lost & Found on 1300 363 736, 7am to 7pm – bit.ly/3WrqQlr
🐱 Contact your local Council

ℹ️ More information and tips can be found on our website 👉 bit.ly/3WB3JHZ

Remember if it's flooded, forget it.

For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500, or in a life-threatening emergency call 000.

03/03/2025

Nosing about leads to a sore nose 🦔💔
He wasn't under arrest, but this Short Beaked Echidna came into our Wildlife Hospital under the watchful eye of a Police Constable.

Sadly, he had been found with an injured beak and a few abrasions to his face and body after what was most likely a run in with a car while sniffing out his dinner.

With some delicate stitches our Wildlife Vet Team stitched up his nose and monitored him closely to ensure he could once again rely on his sensitive snout to sniff out food.

After just over two weeks in hospital, he was ready to start the next stage of his rehabilitation with one of our amazing wildlife carers, and will soon be able to be released back into the wild ❤️

With March 3rd, being World Wildlife Day 🐨 it’s a reminder of how important it is for us all to do our part in protecting our native wildlife. How can you help? 👇

‼️ Be alert while driving and aware of where wildlife are located – be extra careful when driving at dusk and dawn as these are the times wildlife are most active.

🚮 Cleaning up and disposing of rubbish appropriately – if you spot any rubbish while out on a walk or in waterways, please place it in a bin to avoid wildlife becoming entangled with it or eating it.

🚗 Sadly, there may be times when you cannot avoid an animal when driving. When it’s safe to do so, stop, pull over and check your vehicle, as sometimes animals can get caught in car grills and engine bays. Call1300 ANIMAL (264 625) or your local wildlife rescue group for assistance.

🦘 Pouch checks can save lives – if you come across an injured animal, if they have a pouch please check for any young.

ℹ️ For our top tips on keeping our wildlife safe, visit 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/blog/wildlife-conservation/wildlife-road-rescue-advice

☎️ If you are ever unsure what to do, call the RSPCA Emergency Hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625) 7am to 7pm for all animal emergencies.

03/03/2025

“✨ Meet Grace! ✨ This sweet and gentle girl is looking for a loving home. With her soft white fur and beautiful green eyes, she’s ready to steal your heart. 💕 If you’re looking for a cuddly companion, Grace is the one for you! Adopt her today and give her the forever home she deserves. 🏡🐾💖 ”

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=997663

03/03/2025

Sally’s Adoption Update 🐾

“Sally is settling in so well and getting more comfortable every day! She’s found her favorite spots, including her own bed and a little den under the coffee table. 🛏️🐶 She was quite timid at first, but she’s slowly gaining confidence—she even let out her first little bark yesterday after hearing another dog nearby! 🐕🔊

She had a nice walk around the block on lead and did great, happily greeting a couple of dogs along the way. 🚶‍♀️🐾 Plus, she’s incredibly gentle and patient with my 16-month-old grandson. 🥰 She’s such a special girl! ❤️”

A huge thank you to Sally’s family for giving her the loving home she deserves! 🏡💕

02/03/2025

We all should be prepared for severe weather at any time. But, when there is talk of a cyclone in our waters, it’s a good reminder to take steps now to Get Ready.

✅ Secure loose items around the home.
✅ Know where and how to turn off the main supply for water, power, gas, and solar panels and batteries in case you need to.
✅ Fuel up your car in case you need to evacuate.
✅ Secure caravans and boats.
✅ Identify the safest room in your home where you can shelter if needed.
✅ Make arrangements to keep pets and/or livestock safe.

To find out how to prepare your home for cyclones, head to 👉 https://www.getready.qld.gov.au/getting-ready/protect-your-home

02/03/2025

“🌹 Meet Rose! 🌹 We can’t believe this sweet girl still hasn’t found her forever home. Sadly, she’s growing up in care, and no puppy should have to. Rose is full of love, joy, and playful energy—she just needs a family to share it with! 🐶💖 If you’re looking for a loyal, fun-loving best friend, Rose is waiting for you. Don’t let her spend another day without a family! 🏡🐾 ”

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=995743

02/03/2025

We Need YOU! 🫵
Ever wondered if you have the power to change lives? We're here to tell you, you do! Your unique skills, compassion, and dedication can make a lasting impact to animals in need! 🐱🐶

If you're 16+, sign up to volunteer today! See our available positions below 👇

💗 URGENT ROLES
📌 Op Shop Assistant (Ashmore, Brassall, Cairns, Mackay, Moorooka, Stones Corner, Tamborine, Underwood, Wacol) - bit.ly/3EYDpMP
📌 Rescue Unit Drivers (Wacol, Rockhampton, Toowoomba) - bit.ly/3DcgTOB
📌 Animal Care Assistant (Bundaberg, Cairns, Dakabin, Kingaroy, Mackay, Toowoomba, Wacol) - bit.ly/3BLiDBr
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See positions available at our locations:
🐾Brisbane, Wacol: bit.ly/3eTjK8H
🐾Bundaberg: bit.ly/2W9UZeS
🐾Cairns: bit.ly/3AUteGq
🐾Dakabin: bit.ly/43N4uyU
🐾Eumundi: bit.ly/3D1T39f
🐾Gympie: bit.ly/3N6lo4h
🐾Kingaroy: bit.ly/3NgyiNk
🐾Mackay: bit.ly/3z6ehjW
🐾Noosa: bit.ly/3ui9z0S
🐾Rockhampton: bit.ly/2Wiyq8l
🐾Toowoomba: bit.ly/43VnDhw
🐾Townsville: bit.ly/30NuVIS

02/03/2025

“✨ Meet Gretchen, the queen of coziness! 🖤 This soft, fluffy beauty loves nothing more than snuggles 🤗 and spending her days gazing out the window 🌿🐦, dreaming of her forever home. Could that be with you? 🏡💕 ”

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=997658

02/03/2025

“Meet Eve, the queen of chatter and cuddles! This sweet torti has a lot to say and even more love to give. Will you be the one to listen to her adorable stories? 🐾❤️ ”

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=997634

01/03/2025

An up-to-date microchip leads to a happy reunion 🐱❤️
What started off as a normal day at school quickly changed when lessons were interrupted after a cat was found stuck down a drain!

Staff at the school sprung into action, quickly rescuing a very thin and shaken from her adventure cat, and brining her to RSPCA.

Luckily, when the RSPCA Team scanned her for a microchip, not only did they find her name to be Nancy but her owner's contact details were up to date!

Our Lost and Found Team had the pleasure of reuniting Nancy with her family, who were shocked and overjoyed to receive the call she had been found. Having gone missing over a month ago, Nancy's family had searched high and low fearing the worst had happened to their beloved pet.

And as it turns out, the drain was on the same street Nancy went missing and she might have been stuck down there unable to get out for several days. Thankfully with the return of kids to school, she was found in time!

Nancy's family couldn't wait to have her back home safe and sound, quickly jumping in the car to pick her up from our Animal Care Centre where many a happy tear was shed when the family reunited ❤️

Speaking of microchips... is your pet's microchip updated? 🤔 With the closure of HomeSafeID, it's the perfect time to check your pet's microchip is up-to-date to maximise your chances of being quickly reunited should they go missing.

ℹ️ Learn more on the closure of microchipping registry HomeSafeID and the next steps to ensure your pet is registered 👉 bit.ly/4hZfXCi

01/03/2025

✨✨UPDATE: These 2 cuties have now been adopted and are going to thier new home together!✨✨

Vegemite & Pollywaffle – Double the Fun! 🐾🎉

These two adorable fluffballs are as funny as their names! 😻 Vegemite is a curious little adventurer, always exploring and finding new things to pounce on, while Pollywaffle is a playful goofball who never says no to a game of chase! 🎾💨

They love zooming around, wrestling, and getting into all kinds of kitten mischief—but they also have the sweetest cuddly side. 💕 While they make the perfect pair, they’re happy to go to separate homes where they can bring their playful energy and snuggles to a lucky family! 🏡🐾

Who’s ready for some kitten love? 🥰

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search?AnimalType=15&Shelter=16

28/02/2025

“Meet Karma – the sweetest girl with a heart of gold! 💛 She may be a little misunderstood, but once you get to know her, you’ll see just how loving, playful, and full of joy she truly is. 🐾 Whether she’s splashing in the water 💦, playing fetch 🎾, or just soaking up the sunshine ☀️, she’s always ready for an adventure. Give her a chance, and she’ll show you that she’s nothing but pure love wrapped in a spotted coat! 🖤🤍 ”

28/02/2025

❤️ Rescue is our favourite breed and these guys are no exception! ❤️
Some haven’t yet found their forever families while others have only recently arrived, but these dashing dogs and cute-as-pie cats are all ready to start their Tail of Honour! 🐱🐶

Rescue a rescue today, visit 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt

27/02/2025

Caught with no way to escape 💔
Brought into our Eumundi Rehabilitation Centre, this poor squirrel glider had been found caught in barbed wire and unable to escape.

The barbed wire had damaged the skin between his front and back legs that helps him glide, so a little TLC was needed to get him back in the air. Thankfully, our team were able to fix up the minor injuries that were sustained from his ordeal.

Now named Latte, his wounds soon healed it was off to the RSPCA Aviary. A flight assessment showed while he could move fast, his right arm was a little restricted. So, our dedicated Wildlife Team worked with him every day to help him regain the movement he needed.

After almost 50 days in care, Latte the Squirrel Glider was back to full flying form and was ready to be released back into the wild in Bundaberg.

🚑 Our RSPCA teams are rescuing 27,000 animals, just like Latte, every year in Queensland. To continue to save lives, we need to improve our capacity to care.

❤️ You can help protect the future of wildlife by helping build a Centre that can support proactive wildlife care through education, training and research, as well as emergency care. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4hMYblL

26/02/2025

Say hello to Smudge 👋
Super photogenic and ready to pose for a photo at a moment's notice, super smiley Smudge is on the hunt for her forever family 🐶🥰

Fun loving and active, there is never a dull moment with Smudge around! Her absolute favourite things to do are going on walks and adventures. Her dream is to have a big backyard and a family who enjoys the great outdoors just as much as her 🐾❤️

Smudge adores people, and when she isn't on the go, she loves nothing more than spending time with you soaking up all the cuddles and love she can ❤️🤗

Not one for sharing the love, Smuge is looking for a home where she can be the only doggo superstar 🌟 Being the centre of attention is all Smudge really wants in life; to be your one-and-only, the apple of your eye.

If Smudge sounds like the perfect fit for you, see her profile online 👉 https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=996131 and begin your Tails of Honour today! 🏡

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RSPCA Gympie

25/02/2025

Meet Hugo 👋
Don't let his grumpy face fool you, Hugo can be quite the affectionate (on his own terms!) little soul! 😻

This 6-year-old independent gentleman is searching for a loving furever family. And on his wish list is a low-key indoor home with lots of comfy sleeping spot where he lounge and watch the world go by (one of his favourite things to do) 🌞🪟

Hugo is currently sporting a not so great haircut, after making his way into our care as a stray in desperate need of a very big grooming session. But don't worry, his luscious locks are growing fast and he'll have his fluffy furry coat back soon. To keep this distinguished gentleman looking stunning, regular grooming is a must 🪮❤️

His dislikes include 🎉 loud noises (they're scary!), and 🙌 people who don't respect boundaries - cuddles are great, but too much handling can be overwhelming!

If you're looking for a fluffy companion who appreciates peace and quite, Hugo might be your purrfect match 👉 https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=995091

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RSPCA Noosa

24/02/2025

Is your pet disaster ready? 🐶🐱

Make sure every member of your family is protected.

Pack these pet essentials in your emergency kit ✅

For a full checklist, visit getready.qld.gov.au/pets

RSPCA QLD

23/02/2025

A very lucky escape 🦎❤️
In summer as the temperature rises, our wildlife can be found trying to cool off in the closest water source they can find – even pools!

But our pools are a hazard for wildlife...

A recent patient at our RSPCA Wildlife Hospital served as a timely reminder of the importance of giving our wildlife a helping hand when it comes to water safety, including checking around your pool.

This Eastern Water Dragon found himself in a spot of bother when looking to cool down and found himself stuck under a pool filter. Luckily, he was spotted by a member of public who gave us a call for help. Our RSPCA Rescue Team jumped into action, and with a bit of maneuvering and some lubrication he slipped free!

A trip was in order to our RSPCA Wildlife Hospital for a check-over. Thankfully, he was excellent health and was able to be released back to the wild ❤️

ℹ️ It’s important for us to make sure our pools are safe, not just for us but for them as well. Provide a lifeline by draping something over the pool’s edge, like a heavy duty rope, that animals can grab onto to help them out. Pool steps can also be too high for some animals to exit the pool easily. By placing bricks or large rocks alongside the steps will give them that extra boost they need to climb out. And it's always best to make it a routine to check your pool for wildlife.

❤️ You can help protect the future of wildlife by helping build a Centre that can support proactive wildlife care through education, training and research, as well as emergency care. Find out more 👉 bit.ly/434EUHQ

22/02/2025

They’re ready to start their Tail of Honour! 🐱🐶
From playful pups and curious kittens to gentle giants and golden oldies, they’re all ready to fill your life with love and companionship 🥰

Are you ready to find your new best friend? See their profiles and apply to adopt today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt

21/02/2025

🚨 CALL FOR INFORMATION 🚨
RSPCA QLD is calling for anyone with information about a peacock shot with an arrow that was found in The Panorama, Tallai area to come forward.

RSPCA officers attended a property in The Panorama, Tallai on Thursday 13 February 2025 regarding a peacock that had been impaled with an arrow. Upon arrival, the peacock was located and transported for immediate veterinary treatment for its injuries.

Sadly, the peacock was unable to be saved and was euthanised on humane grounds due to the severity of its injuries.

RSPCA Inspectors are continuing their investigations into the matter.

☎️ If you have firsthand information on this incident, please contact the RSPCA on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 624) or lodge a report on our website 👉 https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/what-we-do/save-animals/inspectorate/report-cruelty

20/02/2025

📢 BARKING NEWS: The FINAL EVER Million Paws Walk takes place this May! 🎉
For 30 years, animal lovers and their furry sidekicks have been coming together and pounding the pavements to fight animal cruelty 🐶❤️

It's time for one last lap and it will be the ultimate walkies, so round up your dog squad and join us for the fun!

📅 Sunday, May 25
📌 8 locations across Queensland
🐾 Live entertainment, stalls, food, and activities for you and your pooch

Find an event near you and sign up today to get 60% off your tickets!

Registrations OPEN NOW 👉 bit.ly/3D1PiFL

With our sponsors Royal Canin, Australia Post, Bravecto Australia and Dulux Australia by our side, can you join in the fun?

19/02/2025

*UPDATE: Phones and website are back online*
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📢 ALERT! Due to a planned electrical upgrade at our Wacol, Brisbane Campus, our 1300 ANIMAL Hotline and website will be down from 7pm. At this stage the exact length of the outage is unknown.

👮‍♀️ For urgent Animal Welfare Complaints please email us at [email protected].

🐨 To report sick or injured wildlife please email [email protected] with a subject line “Wildlife Assistance Needed” and please include your name, phone number, address of animal needing help, type of animal and condition of the animal. You can also use Google Maps to send a screenshot of the exact location.

‼️ If it is a life threatening situation, please call Emergency Services on 000 immediately.

Thanks for your patience and understanding ❤️

18/02/2025

If you’re looking for a new companion, look no feather! 🦜✨
We want to shine a light on the RSPCA birds still waiting for their forever homes ❤️

From Cockatiels to Lorikeets to Budgies to Quails, these guys aren’t here to ruffle feathers. They are looking to fly the coop into families of their own 🥰

🏡 If you think you could provide the perfect home for any of these feathered friends, see their profiles online 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt and apply to adopt today!