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RSPCA Mackay is a non-government, community-based charity dedicated to the protection of animals.

Contact Us:
*Please note, the RSPCA Mackay page is not monitored 24hrs a day, therefore if you have an animal emergency, please phone our 24hr hotline below. Animal Emergencies - phone 1300 852 188 or 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625). RSPCA Mackay Adoption Centre: Strickland Road, Mackay Harbour, Opposite mount basset cemetery. Email [email protected]

Cruelty Complaints – please ca

ll our emergency hotline above; DPI call centre - 3239 3111; or call your local police station. E-mail [email protected] (non-urgent complaints)

Adopt a Pet visit www.rspcaqld.org.au

Lost and Found Animals – phone 1300 363 736 or visit http://www.rspcaqld.org.au/what-we-do/lost-animals or E-mail [email protected]

Shelters – for a list of RSPCA Shelters throughout Queensland visit here:
http://www.rspcaqld.org.au/locations

Vet Advice – The Society is not in a position to provide veterinary advice for privately owned pets. For all queries relating to your pet’s health, please seek the advice of your local vet. General Enquiries - If you have a non-urgent enquiry, please contact us using one of the following methods. E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: 07 3426 9999 – RSPCA Qld Call Centre
Fax: 07 3848 1178 – RSPCA Qld state headquarters
Post: RSPCA Qld Inc, Locked Bag 3000, Sumner Park BC QLD 4074

Donation Enquiries - phone 1300 RSPCA1 (1300 777221) or visit https://donate.rspcaqld.org.au/ or E-mail [email protected]

Volunteering Enquiries - Visit http://www.rspcaqld.org.au/volunteer or phone (07) 3426 9999

Employment Opportunities – Visit http://www.rspcaqld.org.au/who-we-are/careers

07/11/2025

Ever wondered what's in an RSPCA Inspector's toolkit? 👮‍♀️
Our Inspectors have come a long way since the very first Inspector hit the road 100 years ago with little more than a notebook and a whole lot of determination.

Today? They're equipped for anything.

Technology and training mean they're better equipped than ever to respond to animal welfare concerns and work safely in the community. It's no longer just a trusty notebook - now they have body cams, distress alarms, rescue gear, and so much more.

RSPCA Inspector Ben gives us a peek of the essential tools that help him protect animals and himself.

How many of these tools did you know inspectors carried? 🙋‍♀️

06/11/2025

3,766 days in care 💔
That's the combined total of how long these furry friends have spent with us.

Not through any fault of their own, but because life doesn't always go the way it should - for pets or for people 😢

Some came from tough beginnings. Others just haven't had their chance to shine. But every single one of them has so much love left to give 🥰

Meet some of our long-termer cats, dogs, horses and snakes who are more than ready for their new forever homes! 🏡

See their profiles online and apply to adopt today 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt

05/11/2025

👮‍♀️⚖️100 years ago, the first RSPCA Inspector had no more power than an ordinary citizen - just determination to protect animals who couldn’t protect themselves.

That changed with the Animals Protection Act 1925, giving Inspectors the legal authority to act, powers that grew even stronger under today’s Animal Care and Protection Act 2001.

So, what does an RSPCA Inspector actually do now, beyond responding to cruelty reports? Watch our Inspectors explain what their job really involves 👀

04/11/2025

100 years of protecting animals 🐾❤️
This year marks a century since the Animals Protection Act 1925 - the law that first gave RSPCA Inspectors the power to protect animals from cruelty across Queensland ⚖️

A hundred years on, that mission remains as vital as ever. Just ask Aussie and Matilda 🐶💔

You might remember these 2 puppies from our call for information earlier this year. Deep in dense bushland, they were found abandoned, their mouths cruelly duct taped shut. It’s heartbreaking to imagine, but their story now has a beautiful ending.

When a caring member of the public raised the alarm, Inspector Chantel rushed to help. She was able to gently capture Aussie, the little boy, but his sister Matilda was too frightened to come close.

What happened next is something you won’t want to miss.

Watch the emotional moment Matilda finally trusts Chantel, and the incredible relief and joy of seeing these two siblings safely reunited.

Despite everything they endured, Aussie and Matilda were full of love, charming everyone they met. And the best part? They’ve both now found their forever homes 🏡❤️

03/11/2025

From fragile to full of life 🐴❤️
When ex-racehorses and paddock mates, 8-year-old Big Red and 18-year-old senior lady Gidget, came to RSPCA they were severely underweight and Gidget was also suffering from a painful hoof and an old leg injury.

After vet care, lots of good feeds and plenty of love from their amazing foster carer, these two are now unrecognisable.

Gidget’s gentle soul shines brighter than ever, while Big Red’s playful side has truly galloped free - his post-bath zoomies around the paddock are a sight to behold!

❤️ Watch Big Red and Gidget’s heartwarming journey.

We’re thrilled that Gidget has found her forever home, now it’s Big Red’s turn. Could you give this lovable larrikin his happy ending? 🏡

🐴 Meet Big Red 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=977176 and start your Tails of Honour today 🏡

03/11/2025

119 flying foxes admitted to RSPCA Wildlife Hospital 🦇💔
Following severe weather and hail over the weekend, 119 flying foxes came into our care for treatment, many with critical injuries.

Our RSPCA Teams, alongside our amazing wildlife carers and rescue groups, are working around the clock to treat and care for our shadows of the night sky, and with storms continuing we expect to see even more in need of help.

🦇 Found an injured or sick flying fox?

☎️ Contact RSPCA on 1300 ANIMAL (264 625) or Bat Conservation & Rescue QLD for assistance.

‼️ Never attempt to handle a bat yourself as they can carry Australian Bat Lyssavirus, which if transmitted to humans, is deadly. Expert wildlife rescuers can assist in getting injured and sick flying foxes veterinary treatment as they are vaccinated and trained to appropriately handle our nocturnal pollinators 👉 bit.ly/4oKN0wT

ℹ️ For more information on Lyssavirus visit the Qld Government website 👉 bit.ly/4qX1USX

02/11/2025

The tiniest of patients ❤️
When Grape, a feathertail glider weighing in at barely 12 grams, arrived at RSPCA’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre at Eumundi, he was fragile, frightened, and badly injured - a tiny life hanging in the balance.

A suspected cat attack had left a painful wound on his back that needed careful cleaning and suturing 💔

Sadly, stories like Grape’s are heartbreakingly common, and without help, so many of our tiny native animals don’t survive.

Thanks to our dedicated wildlife vets and carers, little Grape has now recovered. And after some time spent in rehabilitation practicing his gliding and climbing with one of our incredible wildlife carers, he's now soaring back in the bush where he belongs ❤️

🚑 Grape is just one of over 27,000 native animals we see every year... and why we need your support.

Our dedicated wildlife and rescue teams work around the clock to save vulnerable and endangered animals. Their crucial work to save our precious wildlife is only possible thanks to community support and generous donations.

ℹ️ Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4oFCTcS

02/11/2025

So many happy tails lately! 🐶🐱💚
Even our long-term legends have found their forever homes ! 🏡✨Our team couldn’t be happier seeing those kennels empty and those hearts full 🫶🏻

01/11/2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Cheeseburger is melting hearts on live TV! ❤️📺
This handsome boy hit the big screen on 7 News, but what he really wants is a comfy couch and a forever family 🏡
Apply online and Come meet your new best mate he’s even cuter in person! 🍔

ADOPTED 🫶🏻

01/11/2025

We're back up and running!
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📢 ALERT! Our 1300 ANIMAL hotline is down due to a network outage at our Wacol, Brisbane Campus, please be patient with our call centre.

👮‍♀️ For urgent Animal Welfare Complaints please report online at https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/what-we-do/save-animals/inspectorate/report-cruelty

🐨 To report sick or injured wildlife please email [email protected] with a subject line “Wildlife Assistance Needed” and please include your name, phone number, address of animal needing help, type of animal and condition of the animal. You can also use Google Maps to send a screenshot of the exact location.

‼️ If it is a life threatening situation, please call Emergency Services on 000 immediately.

Thank you for your patience and understanding ❤️

01/11/2025

Hi, I'm Nyx!
I'm a sweet such a sweet girl, who loves to get her cuddle time in and my birdwatching! Since being at the shelter, I've made soo many cat friends, and I love hanging out with them; so, if you have another cat at home, I wouldn't mind them! I must admit, I do have a food allergy, so as much as I tell you that I love chicken, I can't have any, but I do still LOVE my tuna. So, I'll need a special diet to help keep my allergies under control. If you're looking for a loving companion who's great with other cats and has a lot of love to give, I'm your perfect match!
My adoption price includes:
FREE 2kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $185
Female 3yrs

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1012852

01/11/2025

Hi there!
My name is Wishbone, and I am the sweetest tom cat you will meet! I am a little shy a first but it just takes a couple loving pets and I am all over you! I love people so much I cannot get close enough and am often trying to crawl into your arms for a cuddle. So handsome face, CHECK. Loving personality, CHECK. I do like to lick and groom my people, and sometimes that includes a little love nibble as well, so a home with older kids would be preferred. I haven't been at the shelter long so staff aren't sure on my cat social status, but would recommend I am your one and only given how needy I am, I probably don't want to share. I am a hefty boy who was living on the streets before coming to the shelter, so I cannot wait to have an indoor only home where I can gobble up your the food I see!
Come and meet me today!
My adoption price includes:
FREE 2kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $185
Male 4yrs
https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1023297

01/11/2025

Howdy I am Joe Exotic the Tiger King!
Nothing like my name's sake, I am a sweet and friendly soul with a touch of nerves. I have come in from the pound, and I'm a little unsure of my new surroundings here. I love attention and am a big snuggle bug! I love being around people, I am still learning to communicate with other dogs as I come off a little tense when first meeting but I'm just excited so if you have another dog, I need to meet them first to make sure we can be good friends. I love to voice my opinion and let you know how I feel. I have big golden eyes that you will fall in love with instantly and cool tiger pattern fur! If you're looking for a friend who's eager to share love and maybe needs a little reassurance now and then, I'm your guy. Adopt me and let's start our journey of friendship and support together!

My adoption price includes:
A FREE 4kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $450
Male Staffy mix 3yrs

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1018528

31/10/2025

🎃👻 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 13 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/adopt! 🖤🐈‍⬛

31/10/2025

🚨 WEATHER WARNING - Look out for animals and wildlife! 🚨
We're expected to receive severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, large hail and heavy rainfall in parts of Queensland over the next few days.

ℹ️ Keep up to date with weather warnings in your area on the Bureau of Meteorology website👉 bom.gov.au

🐾 Prepare your pets: Access your RSPCA QLD and Get Ready Queensland pet emergency plan 👉 ow.ly/GANp50QeRFV
🙍‍♀️ Are you prepared? Visit: getready.qld.gov.au
⚠️ For alerts in your area: bit.ly/3l27DpI

ENSURE YOUR PET HAS IDENTIFICATION
If your pet becomes lost in severe weather, having appropriate ID can help them be reunited safely. Is your pet microchipped and has a collar with ID?

TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR PETS ARE SAFE
🏡 Create a safe and secure space for all of your animals
🐴 Watch out for debris, incoming waters and unsafe damage to surrounding properties
🐶 Don’t tether pets if outside - they may do themselves more harm trying to break free.
💧 Provide access to water and food in heavy bowls if outdoors.
🐱 Keep your pets (including cats) indoors.
📝 Take time to prepare a Disaster Pet Preparedness Plan for you and your pet if you need to evacuate👉 bit.ly/3wntFIE
🍃 Ensure objects in your yard are tied down.

WATCH FOR WILDLIFE
🐨 If you find wildlife in need of assistance call the RSPCA Emergency Hotline on 1300 ANIMAL (264 625) 7am to 7pm, or your local wildlife group, to report any orphaned, stranded, sick or injured animals.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU LOSE OR FIND A PET
🐶 Contact our RSPCA Queensland Lost & Found on 1300 363 736, 7am to 7pm – bit.ly/3WrqQlr
🐱 Contact your local Council

ℹ️ More information and tips can be found on our website 👉 bit.ly/3WB3JHZ

Remember if it's flooded, forget it.

For emergency assistance contact the SES on 132 500, or in a life-threatening emergency call 000.

30/10/2025

Meet Blue 👋
This super sweet 3-year-old is more than ready to meet his forever family 🐶🥰

We think Blue ticks all the right boxes 👇
✅ Super social
✅ Lots of love to give
✅ Loves toys, car rides and zoomies
✅ One smart cookie

Could Blue be the one you're searching for? See his profile online 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1016016 and begin your Honourable Tail today! 🏡

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RSPCA Gympie

29/10/2025

Meet Mishka 👋
Sweet and snuggly, this older gentleman is looking to invest in his retirement plan, and on his list is a warm lap to call his very own 🐱❤️

While he may be a golden oldie at 10-years-old Mishka still has a spring in his step. And if you have a delicious treat, you'll soon be best friends - he is most certainly a foodie at heart!

Mishka is excellent company, happy to curl up next to you to binge your favourite Netflix show. And while he loves being close to you he is just as happy napping in a sunbeam, soaking up the rays 📺☀️😻

If Mishka sounds like the perfect addition to your family see his profile online 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1015342 and begin your honourable tail today!🏡

AID: 1512443
RSPCA Mackay

27/10/2025

1-year-old happy-go-lucky Amira is just popping in to let you know she is officially available for adoption and would love the chance to meet you and show what a sweetie she is 🐶🥰

Could Amira be the perfect addition to your family? See her profile 👉 rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1021123 and start your honourable tail today! 🏡

AID: 1519747
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RSPCA Dakabin

25/10/2025

👻 Boo!
Howl-o-ween's almost here, but let’s keep the scares fake and the animals safe 🐾🎃

Here’s how to make your spooky celebrations wildlife-friendly and pet-approved 👇

🕸️ Skip the spider webs: Those fake webs might look spooky, but they’re bad news for birds and bats who may ingest the synthetic fibres, become entangled or try lining their nests with them. Keep it indoors or skip it altogether to protect our native friends.

🦴 Decorate with care: Little plastic props or tinsel bits can be tempting chew toys (and dangerous choking hazards). Keep them out of paw’s reach!

🍫 No tricks, no treats: Chocolate and lollies are toxic to pets. Keep the tempting treat bowl from being sniffed out and clean up any stray wrappers.

🎭 Keep costumes comfy: If your pet’s dressing up, make sure they can move freely, stay cool and are supervised. Keep outfits short-lived and fun, never forced. If they look stressed, skip the outfit.

Let’s make this Halloween fun while avoiding those real-life scares for pets and wildlife 👻🎃

23/10/2025

GOOSIES BOWLS CLUB JOINS RSPCA’S GROWING RECYCLING MISSION ON 1ST ANNIVERSARY👏🏻🎉

“GOOSIES AND PAWS UNITE”
In a heartwarming collaboration the RSPCA and Gooseponds Sport and Recreation Club are joining forces to raise vital funds for animal care and welfare in the region. A couple of months ago club officials were approached with a proposal by Rob Hobbs, RSPCA volunteer and advocate for Recycling and Containers for Change to pledge future refundable containers to the RSPCA 🐾

After thoughtful consideration, the Board officially approved the proposal. Notifying Rob of that decision during last Friday's bowls. Michael Newton, the newly appointed club manager, expressed full support for the initiative.
“The club and the team members are right behind the initiative and look forward to working with the RSPCA. It's a great way for us to give back to both the community and the environment”.

Nestled alongside the serene Gooseponds in north Mackay, Goosies is known not just for its sport but for its community spirit. This new initiative reflects the club’s ongoing commitment to giving back - both to the members and the community. “Goosies, as it’s affectionately known, offers an impressive range of facilities”. Including two undercover bowls greens (for all weather playing), gaming room, private function rooms, bingo and trivia nights, live music and fantastic meals. The club now has a pick-up and drop- off service with their new courtesy bus allowing guests to totally relax and not worry about driving.
So when looking for your next entertainment hub for a meal or cool drink head on down to goosies 🪿

Let’s support those who support the animals and the RSPCA and remember the club is taking bookings for your Christmas parties now too 🎄🎅🏻

23/10/2025

Adopted 🫶🏻🐾
From shelter snuggles to couch cuddles — their new lives start now!
Thank you to everyone who helps make adoption possible 👏🏻

21/10/2025

Hi there!
I'm Josie, a young, sweet soul who loves to play and show my limitless amounts of energy. I'm a super friendly girl, and I love making new friends here at the shelter, however I can be a bit shy around other dogs at first, but once I warm up, we're the best of friends. I would love for my new home to be an active family, who can take me on lots of adventures! I wouldn't mind sharing the love at the house if you have another dog! We just need to meet to make sure we're a match! Because of my high energy, I would be best suited to a family with older children. If you're looking for a loyal companion, I'm your girl! Let's make beautiful memories together! Come down and meet me at the shelter!
My adoption price includes:
FREE 4kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $450
Female wolfhound mix 2yrs 4mth

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1020722

21/10/2025

Hi! I'm Cheeseburger!
I'm still a young guy whose got plenty of energy to spare! I love going for my walks, I can be a bit silly and pull a bit but I'm slowly learning so I'll need someone who can continue my training so I can be the best boy around! I love to tell everyone about my life like a typical husky, so you'll have to be prepared for me to talk your ear off! I'm still learning my manners around other dogs so I'd either be a great solo dog or if you have a tolerant female dog that can show me the ropes then I'd love to meet her first! Because of my adorable silly nature, I might be too much for little kids, so id need to go to a home with older ones please! I can get a bit stressed when I'm left by myself so I would prefer a home where my people are around a lot! So, if you have the patience to keep teaching me to be a good boy and the energy to keep up with me then come meet me today!

My adoption price includes:
FREE 4kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $450
Male 2yrs Siberian husky mix

https://www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search/animaldetails?AnimalId=1020623

18/10/2025

Hi! I'm Bandit,
a bundle of energy and curiosity packed into one friendly furball. I am always on the lookout for a new adventure or a friendly face to greet. I'm eager to learn and even though I need a bit of training and someone to be the stern person I need to understand my needs, I promise to be the most devoted student. I dream of finding a person who matches my enthusiasm and spirit, someone who loves exploring as much as I do. older kids are ideal that are responsible if there is another dog in the home, I would like to meet them female is preferred. If you're looking for a loyal companion to add excitement and joy to your life, I'm your guy!

My adoption price includes:
A FREE 4kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $450
Male Alaskan husky mix 5yrs

18/10/2025

Hey there my name is Kai,
I am a sweet gentle natured guy, who is just a big ol' sook! I love all the lady dogs I meet and am very polite and calm, and if the boy dog isn't too full on and rude I am fine with them too. A home with kids 8+ might be best as I am a larger boy and may accidently knock little ones over. I am known to be a drama king when I am alone sometimes, so a home where someone is there more often than not may be preferable. I could go to a home with or without a doggy companion but if you have a dog a meet and greet is essential. If you choose me I will be your most loyal sooky baby boy, so all you need to do is come and meet me!

My adoption price includes:
FREE 4kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $450
Male 2yrs 8mth Staffy mix

18/10/2025

Hello, My name is Mishka!
I am an elderly gentleman looking for my retirement home. I am a very sweet and affectionate man, but the love has to be on my own terms. Because of this I would not be suitable for a home with young children. I haven't been reactive to other cats at the shelter, and my previous home had another cat so staff believe with proper introductions I can go to a home with a kitty pal for me. I am a very low maintenance kind of guy, I would love a home that has a warm lap I can curl up on at night while you watch TV and maybe snuggle in bed with you, and a sun beam to sleep in during the day. Food is the way to my heart, if you have a good treat, I will be your best friend!
Come and meet me soon!

My adoption price includes:
FREE 2kg bag of ROYAL CANIN dry food
My desexing, microchip and vaccinations
Adoption Price: $95
Male 10yrs 5mths

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