RSPCA Victoria

13/01/2025

Meet Winston, the sweet and clever American Staffordshire Terrier, who is part of our New Year, New Home campaign, meaning you can take him home with zero adoption fees!

This boy is ready to fill your home with his quirky charm and is looking for a family that can provide a loving environment with plenty of adventures and playtime.

Winston knows the basic commands and is eager to show off his skills in return for a treat or two. He is a squeaky toy expert, loves a game of fetch or a good chew session and wants your full attention, so a home where he is the only furry friend is ideal.

If you can provide regular walks, mental stimulation and plenty of love, this clever boy could be the dog you’ve been looking for – check out his adoption page at: https://bit.ly/3DRtDAh

$0 adoption fee
6 years old. RSPCA Burwood.
Microchip: 956000016558571
Source code: BR100934

13/01/2025

📝 Are you working on your 2025 goals? Make a real impact by running for animals in need at Run Melbourne!

Every step you take will help us rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals, right across the state 💙

Don't wait! Kickstart your year & sign up today for EARLY BIRD SAVINGS | https://bit.ly/493RQ1H

10/01/2025

Sit, Ubu, sit! Good dog!

A sweet and affectionate senior, Ubu is in the running for Happiest Dog We've Ever Seen trophy, and also a lead contender for Just Look At That Face, I Love You award.

Kelpie fans unite, Ubu is a classic example of the adorable breed; active, loyal and eager to get out and about on adventures with you.

She's looking for a committed home who can provide ongoing training and attention to continue building her confidence and independence.

Thanks to our friends at Petbarn, all senior dogs like Ubu have no adoption fee to give them the best chance at finding their perfect new homes 🐾

Ubu: https://bit.ly/3DJpxdw
10 years old. RSPCA Burwood.
Microchip: 953010000170990
Source code: BR100934

09/01/2025

Our Peninsula shelter team recently had a fun 'paint and pizza' end of year celebration, putting brush to canvas to paint portraits of some of our cats available for adoption.

We're blown away by the talent and love put into each one - and so is Tyrion the cat who looks truly amazed by his likeness!

Join us in giving our Peninsula team a round of applause! And if you'd like to adopt a mini masterpiece of your own, Tyrion and Bonnie (and their portraits!) are still available and looking for forever families.

Click each image to learn more!

09/01/2025

Meet Pumpkin, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier with a lot of love to give, who is part of our New Year, New Home campaign, meaning you can take her home with zero adoption fees!

This girl is a whole lotta dog and is looking for someone who will understand what she needs, which includes being the only dog in the home, a large yard so she can express her energy and some indoor time with you.

Pumpkin is an active girl looking for an active home and wants a companion that knows that even though she is a bit of a project and will need ongoing training, she will reward you with lots of love.

If you have the time and patience to give Pumpkin the life she needs to thrive, check out her adoption page at: https://bit.ly/48rpRsm

$0 adoption fee
2 years old. RSPCA Burwood.
Microchip: 956000017483608
Source code: BR100934

08/01/2025

🚨 HELP COVER RICE’S SURGERY & CARE | https://bit.ly/3DTTfMG 🚨

Poor Rice was surrendered to RSPCA Victoria with a severe break in her left back leg. Our vets noted that she was unable to walk, and her leg appeared visually unstable, likely causing significant pain. The sweet but timid pup was also described as “shut down” – a heartbreaking term for an animal who is withdrawn or depressed.

Rice required urgent surgery to repair her broken leg and ease her pain.

She spent 27 days recovering in our clinic and receiving the best possible care; however, nothing compares to a loving home. She is currently continuing her recovery in a volunteer foster home, where she will stay for 6-10 weeks. During this time, Rice will undergo intensive physiotherapy and strict cage rest with gentle walks to ensure her leg heals properly.

WE EXPECT HER SURGERY AND AFTER-CARE COSTS TO EXCEED $4000

As more than 90% of our funding comes from the generous support of the Victorian community, we can’t shoulder this cost on our own. Please help us give lovely Rice the second chance at life she deserves 💙

DONATE NOW AT https://bit.ly/3DTTfMG 🐶

07/01/2025

Good morning, Elsa!

Looking a little dishevelled after we disturbed her nap to take this photo (sorry, Elsa!), she's searching for a home where the snoozes and playtime are plentiful, and the handling and affection is minimal. Elsa is definitely a more play than pats kinda gal!

Likes:
- Naps
- Wet food
- Playing with feather wand and mice toys
- Partaking in some occasional catnip
- Short and gentle pats on her terms

Dislikes:
- Being woken from naps
- Dogs
- Loud and playful children
- Intense affection

Elsa: https://bit.ly/40aggCR
7 years old. RSPCA Peninsula.
Microchip: 956000013324228
Source code: BR100934

06/01/2025

Meet Prince, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier X looking for his dream home, who is part of our New Year, New Home campaign, meaning you can take him home with zero adoption fees!

Prince is an active family's dream dog and will be more than happy to join you on any adventure; a new running buddy perhaps? A secure yard, full of toys and puzzles, will help keep this energetic boy busy.

While Prince is best suited to a mature household with no children, he is happy to share the house with a canine companion – although, if he gets the humans all to himself, he won’t mind!

If you can take his royal highness on walks, keep up his training and include him in your adventures, Prince might be the dog for you – check out his adoption profile at: https://bit.ly/3N1wJmx

$0 adoption fee
2 year old. RSPCA Peninsula.
Microchip: 956000016216195
Source code: BR100934

06/01/2025

🏃💨 Join Team RSPCA at Run Melbourne 2025 and help us save animal lives, one step at a time!

Whether you're a seasoned runner or ticking a fun run off your 2025 bucket list, your paw-ticipation will have a HUGE impact on the animals in our care, like Renae, Archie and Adeline! PLUS, you'll unlock exclusive RSPCA Vic rewards along the way, to show off your support in style 😍

Will you step up to the challenge? SIGN UP NOW FOR EARLY BIRD SAVINGS | https://bit.ly/493RQ1H

05/01/2025

Our animals have been keeping cool with ice cubes and fun under the hose this weekend!

If you’d like your own cool pet, view adoptable animals here: rspcavic.org/adopt-a-pet

Or foster buddies needing temporary homes here: rspcavic.org/foster-care-program

05/01/2025

Is your child interested in a career with animals? Become an Animal Attendant for a day at the RSPCA!

Experience some of the work undertaken by animal care professionals, learn what their role involves and the pathway that led them to RSPCA Victoria.

Delivered by our qualified Education team, Animal Attendant for a Day participants will also tour our adoptions centre, build enrichment items for animals, and meet one of our friendly education dogs.

Animal Attendant for a Day for ages 13-17
Tuesday 21, January
Book now: https://bit.ly/4ggYS6d

04/01/2025

Meet Ivy, the Heeler mix with a heart full of adventure, who is part of our New Year, New Home campaign, meaning you can take her home with zero adoption fees!

This beautiful girl is full of enthusiasm, has a playful spirit and has been waiting for her new home for too long.

Those who love Heelers know that they are eager to stay active and will happily run around all day, so a secure space where Ivy can explore would be ideal.

Ivy will need her energy channelled in constructive ways, so she will need a patient home that is able to continue her training, provide puzzles and enrichment to keep her engaged and give her plenty of TLC.

If you want an active companion with a heart of gold, Ivy might be the dog for you! Check out her adoption page at: https://bit.ly/47YdUKJ

$0 adoption fee
1 year old. RSPCA Peninsula.
Microchip: 956000016345368
Source code: BR100934

03/01/2025

Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at RSPCA Victoria's FIRST EVER Drag Bingo, hosted by gorgeous gal pals Millie Anne Problems and Eliza Lot 🎉💖

Join us at Welcome To Thornbury for an evening of laughter, live auctions and lip-syncing - all to support the animals in our care 🐾 PLUS, you'll have the chance to win amazing prizes!

✨ WHERE: Welcome to Thornbury, 520 High St Northcote
👑 WHEN: 6:30PM, Friday 7th February 2025
🎟️ Sn**ch up your tickets NOW at https://bit.ly/3PmGUmV

Come for the entertainment, stay for the cause, and help make a difference for animals who need it most.

02/01/2025

Upcoming low-cost pet clinics!

We're excited to be offering cat vaccinations again! Thank you for your patience while cat vaccine stock was low last year. Please check the individual event when booking to see if cats or dogs are being accommodated at that event.

Our next community clinics will be held in:
• Carrum Downs - Wed 8 & Thu 9 Jan
• Roxburgh Park - Wed 29 Jan
• Heidelberg - Wed 5 Feb
• Clyde - Thu 6 Feb
• Mulgrave - Wed 12 Feb
• Pearcedale - Thu 13 Feb (for cats)
• Bentleigh - Wed 19 Feb
• Pakenham - Thu 20 Feb

For only $59 (+booking fee), get your pet vaccinated, have them health checked and receive expert advice from our friendly and experienced veterinarians.

View all our upcoming clinics and reserve your spot now: rspcavic.org/petclinics

01/01/2025

Did you and your pet meet our Community Outreach team last year?

Our Outreach team delivers programs all over the state to help raise awareness of good animal welfare, provide support and education, and make veterinary care more accessible for everyone in the community.

These programs include discounted desexing and microchipping, low-cost vaccinations, free health checks and pet resources, as well as pet food donations via local foodbanks.

The team helped so many people and pets throughout 2024, including:
- Running 78 low-cost vaccination clinics
- Administering almost 2000 vaccinations
- Desexing 263 cats
- Microchipping 208 cats
- Running ten Healthy Pet Days supporting 365 pets
- Feeding almost 1800 pets through our foodbank

This is an incredible achievement, and we are so proud of everything they've accomplished!

To learn more about our Community Outreach programs, visit: rspcavic.org/current-projects

30/12/2024

New Year's Day can be one of the busiest times for our shelters, caring for many lost and terrified pets that have run away during the frightening sound of fireworks.

Dogs are especially sensitive as they can hear 10 times better than humans, but it's important to keep all our pets in mind tonight:
✨ Make sure microchip details are up to date
✨ Create a secure and comfortable 'safe place' inside for your pet
✨ Leave the TV or music on to mask the noise outside
✨ Rabbits, guinea pigs and other small animals should be housed safely inside
✨ Horses are also vulnerable to fireworks and should be securely stabled
✨ Wildlife may end up on roads trying to escape the noise, if you find injured wildlife please visit: https://bit.ly/3Sd4qDy

Read more info on managing pet stress this New Years’ Eve here: https://bit.ly/48gNgfh

We wish you and your family a happy and safe New Year! 💖🥳😊

30/12/2024

We remain very concerned for the safety and wellbeing of the people and animals affected by the Grampians National Park bushfires. As the situation remains hazardous and is still unfolding, RSPCA Victoria is awaiting direction from Agriculture Victoria as it determines the animal welfare impacts and best response approach.

Find out more about planning for emergencies when you have pets: https://bit.ly/3DM7WkT

Having a well rehearsed emergency plan can mean the difference between life & death. Be ready for the unexpected so your pets remain safe in an emergency.