RSPCA Dakabin

11/11/2026

🌹 Today we remember them. To the fallen men and women who died in the line of duty, we remember you. To the animals whose lives were lost by their sides, we remember you.

RSPCA does not promote nor glorify the suffering of animals in war. We recognise and solemnly honour their sacrifice, and today we remember all sacrifices of all animals in all wars. We also think of animals serving in current conflicts around the world.

Pictured: Jack Simpson Kirkpatrick and his donkey. Posthumously awarded the Purple Cross established by RSPCA Australia in 1993 to recognise the courage shown by the pack of donkeys who risked their lives in World War I.

10/11/2026

📢 Help shape a better future for Australia's animals!
We welcome the Australian Government's commitment to re-establishing the Australian Animal Welfare Strategy (AAWS), and we're encouraging you to have your say before the final consultation closes on 13 November.

From pets and wildlife to farm animals and animals used in research, teaching, sport and recreation, the strategy is an important opportunity to improve the lives of animals nationwide.

We welcome several important inclusions in the draft strategy, including:
🐾 An agreed definition of animal welfare.
🐾 Recognition that animals are sentient.
🐾 A shift towards achieving positive animal welfare outcomes, rather than simply preventing cruelty.
🐾 A commitment to science, evidence and collaboration.

While these are important steps forward, there's still more work to do to ensure the strategy delivers real, lasting improvements for animals.

Now is your chance to support these important changes and call for stronger animal welfare protections across Australia.

🙋‍♀️ Have your say: bit.ly/484M40e

⏰ Submissions close at 5pm AEDT, Friday 13 November.

Don't miss your chance turn stronger animal welfare protections into reality!

07/11/2026

Look who’s finally come out of their shells! 🥚🦎
These two tiny Lace Monitors have had quite the journey before even taking their first steps.

Their eggs were rescued from a large-scale development site at Monarch Glen and brought to our RSPCA Wildlife Hospital, where they were safely tucked into an incubator.

With the temperature and humidity carefully monitored each day, all there was left to do was wait as the little lives inside continued to grow.

Then came the moment we’d been waiting for… two tiny heads emerged!

The hatchlings have now headed into the care of one of our amazing wildlife carers, where they’ll spend some time growing bigger and stronger before they’re ready for life in the wild.

With nearby habitat also destined for development, finding a safe and suitable place for their eventual release will be the next important step in their journey.

For now though, these two have some growing to do - and we think they’re off to a pretty cracking start! 🥚🦎❤️

06/11/2026

❤️ 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/find-a-pet

04/11/2026

📺 Catch us on TV tomorrow! 🐶🐱❤️
From 7 abandoned puppies to a shy cat needing urgent surgery on his tail, the new season of For the Love of Pets is kicking off with a bang! 🐾

👀 Here's a sneak peek at the incredible stories coming your way!

Security cameras capture an unexpected sight - 7 puppies abandoned the grounds of our Brisbane Animal Care Campus overnight! But before they can find their forever families, our team must tackle a highly contagious skin condition.

Meanwhile, a shy stray arrives with a badly infected tail, requiring delicate surgery and plenty of TLC from our team to get him back on his paws.

Go behind the scenes with our incredible staff and volunteers as they give animals in need a second chance

Don't miss the first episode:
📅 Friday, 6 November
⏰ 7:30pm
📺 Channel 9 and 9Now

Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/4kAeiat

04/11/2026

Meet Mikey 👋
Once a worried little chap, Mikey has discovered that life is pretty great, and he's officially appointed himself Director of Fun! 🎉

This clever, cheeky boy is all ears if you have treats training plan or even just a vague suggestion that something interesting might happen 🐶

Speaking of ears… we're fairly certain his satellite dishes have a personality of their own!

Mikey has mastered office life, happily snoozing beside his human while they work, but his productivity may vary when snacks are involved 💤😂

Mikey has one small area of ongoing professional development: visitor management. He can get a little carried away with his enthusiastic welcome committee, so he'll need a family who can continue his training and help him learn that not every hello requires a full red carpet reception!

He's a lovely walking companion who enjoys getting out and about, and he's looking for fun-loving humans who appreciate a dog with plenty of personality, enthusiasm and a whole lot of heart ❤️

Mikey has come such a long way, and now he's ready for his next adventure, preferably with someone with a pocket full of treats and loves a good laugh! Check out his profile online and apply to adopt today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet/details/a2jMp00000DmRXuIAN/a1490518

AID: A1490518
RSPCA Brisbane, Wacol

04/11/2026

📺 For the Love of Pets is BACK! 🎉🐶🐱
A brand-new season is coming to your screens this Friday, 6 November at 7.30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now!

Here's a little behind the scenes sneak peek! 👀📸

Tune in weekly, and see first-hand as incredible adoption stories unfold, starting from the moment their paws step inside our shelter to finding their new fur-ever families ❤️

Who's tuning into For the Love of Pets this Friday? 🙋‍♀️

02/11/2026

Calling all horse lovers!🐴❤️
Limoncello, Hamilton and Burr need your help!

Are you able to give one of our four-hooved friends their forever paddock and new lease on life? Each one of our horses will make a wonderful companion ❤️

Find their profiles online 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet and begin your tails of honour today! 🏡

02/11/2026

105 days and counting for Earl 💔
Some friendships are worth taking one paw-step at a time! 😺

Earl is a gentle boy with a lovely personality just waiting to shine 🌟😻

He's already making wonderful progress and growing more confident every day, and we know there's so much more of his personality still to come.

Earl's dream is for a calm and cosy home where he can settle in at his own pace. Think comfy hideaways, scratching posts, high-up lookout spots and plenty of time to explore when curiosity strikes!

He's still figuring out his feelings about other furry friends, but with slow, careful introductions, he may be able to share his home with a friendly cat or a calm, social dog.

Could you help this sweet boy blossom into the happy, confident cat he's meant to be? Check out his profile and apply to adopt today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet/details/a2jMp00000DhvQ9IAJ/a1483371

AID: A1483371
In foster care near RSPCA Brisbane, Wacol

31/10/2026

🔵 𝐀 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀 𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐎𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐖𝐈𝐒𝐓! 🎃

No tricks, just the sweetest treat for our beautiful black cat Void: a family of his own!

Found in a local park, this two-year-old boy came into the pound as a stray on 22nd October. By Halloween, he was heading home with his delighted adopter Canditta from Currumbin Waters.

His name might be Void, but there’s nothing empty about this fluffy sweetheart. He’s full of affection, loves a cuddle and always has plenty to say. We suspect Canditta has signed up for a lifetime of loving company and very chatty conversations!

The happy pair celebrated with a photo in front of our gorgeous new photo wall at 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍. What a lovely way to capture the start of their life together.

Thank you for choosing adoption, Canditta. Wishing you and Void a wonderful future filled with cuddles, conversations and all the love he deserves. 💕

31/10/2026

🔵 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 — 𝐌𝐔𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐍 — 𝐒𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐒𝐄! 🐾

Actually, several of them … and choosing between them seems to be her biggest dilemma!

Three-year-old Mastiff X Muffin arrived at the pound as a stray on 14th September. On 4th October, Scott and Leonie from Maryborough welcomed her into their home, where she’s now very much part of the family.

This sweet girl always adored being close to her people, so seeing her relaxed and comfortable in her new home makes us very happy. And with a wingback Chesterfield leather reading chair among her snoozing spots, she’s clearly a lady of excellent taste!

Scott and Leonie tell us Muffin has settled in beautifully. She’s already following basic instructions and her house training has earned a perfect report. When nature calls, she simply heads to the back door and waits, sometimes poking her head around the doorway to make sure someone has noticed.

They’ve given her time to settle before starting further training and socialising, and describe her as smart with a lovely nature.

They also shared these kind words with our team:

“Thank you for the work and help you gave her while she waited for a new home. It really shows how you all cared for her.”

Thank you, Scott and Leonie, for giving Muffin such a loving home and sharing her happy new chapter with us.

Enjoy your life of comfort, Muffin. We’ll leave you to that very important seat selection! 💕

31/10/2026

🎃👻 It’s spooky season, so that means it’s time to show some EXTRA appreciation for these black-as-night cats! 🐈‍⬛🖤
Did you know due to superstitions black cats wait the longest for their forever home? 🤔

This Halloween we're celebrating 15 of our 'spookiest' residents looking for their fur-ever families. Trust us, they’re fun, friendly and ready cross your path (in a good way) 😻

Adopt your own mini panther today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet! 🖤🐈‍⬛

30/10/2026

Found a baby bird? Here's what to check 👇
⚠️ First, check from a safe distance. If the bird appears sick or is dead, avoid contact and follow the H5 bird flu advice below.

🐣 Feathers: Does it have developing flight feathers?
📢 Calling: Is it making a noise?
👀 Alert: Bright and responsive?
👉 Perching: Can it perch on its own?
🪽 Wings: Does it appear to be using both wings normally?
🌳 Safety: Is it in safe area?

✅ All YESES? The baby bird can possibly be reunited with its parents.

❌ Any NOS? It may need help from a vet, experienced wildlife carer or our RSPCA Wildlife Hospital.

☎️ Need help? Call our RSPCA Hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625) 7am - 7pm, 365 days a year.

‼️ H5 bird flu has been detected in Queensland.
If you see a sick or dead bird or other wildlife, avoid contact, record what you see and report it to the 24-hour Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

29/10/2026

Meet Sasha 👋
Long legs, a curious nose and a whole lot of love to give!

This graceful girl is ready to find her person to share life's adventures with, one step at a time.

There's always something new to discover when Sasha's around! 🐶

A social girl, Sasha loves getting out and about, taking relaxed walks, sniffing out new adventures and making furry friends along the way 🐕❤️

This clever girl is also keen to keep learning, so she's looking for a patient family who'll make training fun, offer gentle guidance and help her grow in confidence.

Sasha's happiest when she knows what her day looks like, so she'd love a home with a consistent routine and humans who aren't away for too long.

In return, you'll get a loyal companion with a gentle presence, a curious mind and a heart ready to grow alongside yours.

If you're looking for a graceful girl to join you on daily walks, meet new friends and make every day a little brighter, Sasha could be your perfect match! Check out her profile online and apply to adopt today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet/details/a2jMp00000DhA7tIAF/a1482521

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In foster care near RSPCA Cairns

29/10/2026

🔵 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 — 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐎. 𝐇𝐄'𝐒 𝐌𝐀𝐃𝐄 𝐇𝐈𝐌𝐒𝐄𝐋𝐅 𝐀𝐓 𝐇𝐎𝐌𝐄! 🐾

Theo had his own ideas about settling into his forever home. A quiet bathroom to start with? Thanks, but he’d rather inspect the whole apartment and be sleeping at the foot of Darcie’s bed by bedtime!

Surrendered to 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍 in August, this gentle, affectionate boy found his fresh start with Darcie from Brisbane in early September. At seven years and three months old, Theo had plenty of love to give and wasted no time sharing it.

Six weeks later, Darcie tells us they’ve already formed a wonderful bond, with playtime and cuddles part of every day.

There’s lovely progress on his weight loss journey too. With Darcie carefully managing his diet, Theo is becoming noticeably more nimble, active and playful.

“I want to say a heartfelt thank you to the 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍 team for taking care of Theo until he found his forever home and for helping me get my perfect little buddy!”

Theo was much loved during his stay with us, so hearing how confidently he’s embraced his new life means so much to our team.

Thank you, Darcie, for giving this beautiful boy a loving home and helping him feel his best. It sounds like Theo’s found his perfect buddy too! 💕

27/10/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐄𝐋𝐒, 𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐒! 🐾

There was plenty of excitement at 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍 this morning as we welcomed our brand new 𝐇𝐲𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐢 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐋𝐨𝐚𝐝 rescue vehicle!

Matt, Asset Planner from 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐖𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐥, delivered the keys to a very happy team. Our faithful old van has clocked up hundreds of thousands of kilometres across South East Queensland, transporting thousands of animals for treatment, surgery and care.

Our van is an essential part of shelter life. From Community Outreach assistance days and donation collections to taking cats and kittens to our 𝐏𝐞𝐭𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐧 adoption partners, those wheels help us make a difference every day.

Nobody is happier about the upgrade than our wonderful 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬!

Our primary driver, 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐥, couldn’t attend today’s handover, but deserves a special mention. After many years behind the wheel for Dakabin, she was instrumental in keeping the call for a replacement vehicle firmly on the agenda. Fellow volunteer driver 𝐊𝐚𝐲𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐞 proudly represented the driving team today.

And because a milestone like this deserves cake, Shelter Manager 𝐃𝐞𝐞 arranged a special Oprah-inspired celebration, complete with the message: “YOU GET A NEW CAR!”

A new van, a chocolate cake and many more kilometres of kindness ahead.

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬, who help get animals to the care and fresh starts they deserve!

26/10/2026

🔵 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 — 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑 — 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐇𝐔𝐆𝐒 … 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝟒𝐀𝐌 𝐖𝐀𝐊𝐄-𝐔𝐏 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐒! 🐾

After spending 18 hours in a cat trap, four-year-old Reacher was frightened, hissing and unsure who to trust.

With time, patience and kindness from the team at 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍, a very different boy began to emerge. Underneath that fear was an affectionate chatterbox with a big appetite for food, pats and company!

On 12th September, Reacher went home with Joel and Abbey from Tingalpa. Their family of two became three and this once-fearful fellow wasted no time making himself comfortable.

“He’s been a cuddly joy,” Joel tells us. “You guys weren’t wrong about him being a social butterfly, always wanting pats from whoever visits.”

Reacher has decided that outdoor adventures are less appealing than a comfy couch, a snooze and watching the world go by. He’s discovering the fun of toys too, although joining every household conversation remains a priority. This boy has opinions and everyone needs to hear them!

At bedtime, he’s either spooned up beside Abbey or tucked between his two favourite people. Occasionally, he announces that 4am is the perfect time for everyone to get up and play.

For first-time pet owners Joel and Abbey, he’s been everything they hoped for.

“He loves us very much, and we love him just as much.”

From a scared boy who needed time to trust to a much-loved family member who confidently runs the household. What a beautiful Happy Tail.

Thank you, Joel and Abbey, for giving Reacher such a loving home and sharing his story.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥. A frightened first impression can hide a wonderful companion just waiting to feel safe.

25/10/2026

𝐍𝐎 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐒, 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐒! 🎃

Halloween came early for the doggos at 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍, with muddy paws, wagging tails and a very special cake on the menu!

Our volunteer Alicia won a cake voucher from Laurina of The Pooch Patisserie at our Cupcake Day. She put her prize to wonderfully generous use, with Laurina creating this fabulous Halloween cake especially for the dogs.

After muddy walks and yard time, Bambi, Kalu, Piper, Archie, Matilda, Logan, Chandler, Owen and Bungee each enjoyed a slice. Being this adorable is hungry work!

A huge thank you to 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚, 𝐖𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐲, 𝐓𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐞𝐲 for making the day special and to 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚 for the spectacular doggy cake.

As Alicia put it, “Full bellies and fuller hearts were definitely on the menu today.”

Of course, the greatest treat of all would be 𝐚 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧.

Meet the dogs available for adoption across 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐐𝐥𝐝 and see who might cast a spell on your heart:
https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet?type=dog

25/10/2026

𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐃𝐎𝐆𝐒 — 𝐎𝐍𝐄 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐍𝐎𝐍-𝐍𝐄𝐆𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄. 🐾

A new home? Yes, please.
Without each other? Absolutely not.

Meet 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞, two Miniature Dachshunds whose next chapter needs room for both of them.

Pippa is seven and Archie is three years and seven months. Surrendered to 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍 on 25th August through no fault of their own, they’ve faced a big change in their little lives. Now they need somewhere to belong, with their most familiar comfort still beside them.

𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐘 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐀 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐘 𝐁𝐄 𝐀𝐃𝐎𝐏𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎𝐆𝐄𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑!

Their first meeting might be more cautious hello than instant party. Give them time, gentle encouragement and a chance to feel secure, and there are playful little personalities waiting to emerge. Earning their trust will be part of the joy of knowing them.

Their wish list is wonderfully simple: a patient family, a place indoors with their people and secure fencing with no tempting gaps underneath.

Older children would be the best fit, although a family with younger children may be considered following a suitable meet and greet. First-time dog owners are welcome too, with a little homework on Dachshund habits and needs encouraged.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐢𝐬 $𝟏,𝟓𝟎𝟎 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫.

Some things in life belong together. We’re looking for the family who’ll make sure these two always do.

Read more and lodge an expression of interest:

Archie: https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet/details/a2jMp00000Dn8szIAB/a1491436

Pippa: https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/find-a-pet/details/a2jMp00000Dn8t0IAB/a1491437

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧? Apply today, or share this post to help their future family find them.

25/10/2026

❤️🐓 Romeo is still waiting for his Juliet! 🐓❤️
This sweet little Silkie rooster has been waiting patiently for his forever home, but his love story is still waiting to begin! 🥹 Romeo is a gentle, friendly boy who loves company and will happily chat away while you spend time with him. He's full of charm and has plenty of love to give to his very own flock. ❤️
Can you help Romeo find his happily ever after? Share this post to help this handsome boy find his perfect match! 🐓💕

21/10/2026

🔵 𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐋 — 𝐌𝐎𝐂𝐇𝐈 — 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐒𝐇𝐘 𝐀𝐒𝐇 𝐓𝐎 𝐌𝐎𝐂𝐇𝐈 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐔𝐑𝐑-𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐄! 🩷

A little patience, a loving home and a few tasty treats can make a world of difference.

When Ash arrived at the pound as a stray on 10th September, his journey towards a fresh start began. Later coming into the care of 𝐑𝐒𝐏𝐂𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐍, this shy boy needed someone who would give him time to feel safe and let his affectionate nature shine.

On 1st October, he found that someone in Morgan from Griffin.

Now named 𝐌𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐢 because he’s always kneading, he’s showing Morgan just what a loving companion he can be. Our team knew that beneath his cautious exterior was an absolute purr-machine who loved food and being close to his people. It sounds like Morgan has discovered both!

Mochi loves a chat, a good nap and plenty of affection. Although Morgan jokes that he would happily trade her for a few treats!

Living on a fairly busy street meant the traffic noise took some getting used to but his confidence has grown as he’s settled into his home and learnt the daily routine.

He’s also made one adjustment to the household schedule: 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝟓𝐚𝐦! Morgan doubts he’s ever been fed breakfast that early, but Mochi clearly thinks it’s worth asking.

Thank you, Morgan, for giving Mochi the time and understanding he needed to blossom, and for sharing this lovely update. 💕

21/10/2026