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RSPCA Peninsula located in Pearcedale joined the RSPCA in 1982 after operating as an independent shelter for 20 years. The original aims of the shelter were very much aligned with the aims of the RSPCA and led to the union of the shelter with our organisation. Since 1982 the shelter has seen an increase in the need for their services and has invested in infrastructure to improve the welfare of animals in the area.

In 1984, the Doris Burns Campbell veterinary clinic was opened to provide veterinary services to animals within the shelter. In 1989 the veterinary clinic opened to the community to service privately owned pets, with all proceeds directed to the stray and abandoned animals offered refuge at the facility.

In 1993, the first prevention of cruelty to animals inspector commenced at the Peninsula shelter. In 1998, with ever increasing numbers of dogs in need of shelter and re-homing, the dog adoptions area was completed.  In January 1999 the RSPCA Peninsula’s new veterinary clinic was officially opened by our Honorary President Dr. Hugh Wirth AM KSJ.

May 2004 saw the completion of the new cat quarantine building. The new building was a vast improvement on the previous three buildings that cat quarantine had occupied. With the new building better welfare outcomes have been achieved with a decrease in the spread of cat flu due to the inclusion of a cat isolation room, used to isolate sick cats from the healthy population of cats in quarantine. 

In the past year, RSPCA Peninsula has provided care to more than 7,184 stray and abandoned animals from the Mornington Peninsula region. 

At RSPCA Peninsula, one full-time inspector continues to investigate cruelty in the Mornington Peninsula region.   The  RSPCA Inspectors receives more than 14,400 cruelty complaints each year across Victoria.

Animal adoptions

If you are looking for a new pet, RSPCA Peninsula have lots of dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits needing loving new homes.  View the RSPCA Peninsula adoption animals and you might just find your new best friend!

Animal shelter

RSPCA Peninsula services the Mornington Peninsula community, working collaboratively with the City of Casey.  In the past year, RSPCA Peninsula cared for more than 7,184 animals, including 3,507 dogs and 3,111 cats.

RSPCA Peninsula also has a cat boarding service for privately owned cats. Contact us for more information and to confirm availability.

Are your cupboards due for a clean out?  RSPCA shelter animals would be very grateful for any old blankets or towels you could spare.  Please bring in any towels of blankets you can spare directly to our shelter.

RSPCA Peninsula would like to recognise the valuable contribution of K&S Environmental Services who have provided heavily discounted services which will see RSPCA Peninsula save thousands of dollars over the coming years. It is the support of such organisations, and the Mornington Peninsula community who help us continue our critical animal welfare work.
 

Veterinary clinic

The RSPCA Peninsula veterinary clinic provides services for shelter and privately owned animals. These services range from routine consultations and surgery through to pathology and x-ray services. While still providing all shelter animals with exceptional veterinary care.

Education services

RSPCA Education is all about exciting hands-on learning. It brings students and animals together in enjoyable experiences that fulfil curriculum requirements while developing responsible and caring behaviour. We also run a school holiday program to ensure that our future leaders are well educated in the need for animal welfare in Australia.

Volunteering

The RSPCA relies on the support of volunteers to provide local animal welfare services and fundraising activities.  We have an extensive volunteering program in the Peninsula area and welcome the local community to get involved.  Learn more about volunteering at RSPCA Peninsula.

Are you a tertiary or secondary student who is interested in working in animal welfare? Read more about our student work experience program at RSPCA Peninsula.

Retail shop

Visit the RSPCA Peninsula shop for all your pet care needs. We stock everything from pet accessories, pets health products to pet food including Hill's Pet Nutrition. We also have qualified vet nurses available to help you with your purchases. The money raised is used to support the local animal welfare services. Visit our shops at Mornington and Frankston.

Op shop

The RSPCA has an op shop in Mornington where all funds raised help to support the local shelter and animal welfare services within the local community.  Learn more about donating your time and goods to an RSPCA op shop.
 

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