Companion Animals
Results 11-20 of 73, sorted by relevance
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Body Modifications
SPCA opposes all body modifications of companion animals carried out for non-therapeutic reasons.
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Breed Specific Legislation (BSL)
SPCA advocates for the removal of Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) that prohibits or significantly limits the possession of dogs based solely upon their breed or type.
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Breeding Companion Animals
SPCA advocates for improved legislative tools to address the ongoing welfare harms experienced by animals resulting from un-regulated breeding.
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Captive Bolt Guns, Firearms, and Carbon Monoxide or Carbon Dioxide Gas used for the Routine Euthanasia of Companion Animals in Pounds or Shelters
SPCA advocates that when an animal is euthanised, the method adopted must minimise fear and distress for the animal and must result in rapid loss of consciousness followed by death.
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Cat Cafés
SPCA is concerned about the welfare of cats housed in cat cafés and the increasing prevalence and lack of regulation of cat cafés.
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Cats in Harnesses and on Leashes
SPCA supports the walking of cats in harness provided the equipment used is appropriate, well-fitted, and secure, the cat’s physical, health, and behavioural needs are met, and the activity is stopped if the cat shows signs of stress.
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Companion Animal Dentistry
SPCA advocates for regular dental check-ups for companion animals by a veterinarian or board-certified veterinary dentist
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Companion Animal Nutrition
SPCA advocates that animals are provided with appropriate diet in a manner which provides a Good Life where they experience positive welfare and their physical, health and behavioural needs are met.
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Companion Animals (General)
SPCA advocates that all animals kept for companionship are provided with suitable shelter, exercise, companionship (where appropriate), veterinary treatment, and food and water to provide a Good Life with positive experiences and meet their physical, health and behavioural needs.
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Companion Birds
SPCA advocates that birds must only be kept as companions when a person has the knowledge, ability, and means to provide them with a Good Life where they experience positive welfare and their physical, health and behavioural needs are met.
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