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RSPCA Policy

Animal Welfare Policy
RSPCA policies are a collection of philosophical statements developed to improve the welfare of animals in Australia. These policies are agreed on and amended by an unanimous vote of the RSPCA National Board, following consultation with each state RSPCA. View our policies on:

    Following release of an RSPCA policy, position papers, guidelines and codes of practice are often issued by the RSPCA to offer additional information. If available, these documents should always be reviewed in conjunction with any RSPCA policy. For more information on RSPCA policy, please visit the RSPCA Australia Knowledgebase.

    Privacy Policy

    The RSPCA respects the privacy of all our supporters.  View  our collection statement or privacy policy.

    Freedom of Information

    The Victorian Freedom of Information (FOI) Act 1982 allows access to a selection of documents held by RSPCA Victoria. All requests for access to documents under the Act must be made in writing. Please download and complete our FOI application form and return to:

    Freedom of Information Officer
    RSPCA Victoria
    3 Burwood Highway
    Burwood East VIC 3151

    Please ensure your request is accompanied by the prescribed application fee of $28.90 (as stipulated in the FOI Act). If you are paying by cheque or money order, please make payable to the RSPCA.  For more information, please phone our Freedom of Information Officer on 03 9224 2222 or e-mail foi@rspcavic.org.au.