Where Pets Are Found

12/04/2026

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Heartbreakingly, Gold Dancer and Get On George lost their lives at the Grand National Festival this week, bringing the total number since 2016 to 26.

Sadly, this is just the tip of the iceberg - 44 racehorses have died across Britain’s 59 racetracks this year alone, with the Grand National Festival comprising only 21 races out of thousands each year. Animals shouldn’t die in the name of entertainment, and should only be used in sport if a good quality of life can be assured.

We have spoken to the British Horseracing Authority daily during the racing festival, to discuss each fatality in detail - the specific cause, the contributing factors and opportunities for prevention. We have received welcome assurances that a comprehensive fatality review process will be conducted, to minimise risks in future. Our pragmatic engagement with the racing industry has contributed to positive changes in racehorse welfare, and we continue to advocate for welfare improvements, from the start of their training right through their lives and careers.

11/04/2026

It seems everyone in Canberra is looking for the missing Great Dane cross.

08/04/2026

RAWSON PARK,
1pm on Weds, 8 April 2026.

Herbicide spraying in progress. beware.

19/03/2026

Crossbreed show more behavioural problems than pure breeds, study suggests.

Research finds cockapoo, cavapoo and labradoodle dogs display more undesirable behaviours than breeds they derive from

18/03/2026

GREAT NEWS! Wales has passed a bill to ban greyhound racing!

Last year, the Welsh government announced it’s plan to prohibit racing after receiving a petition with 35,000 signatures. Now the Senedd (Parliament) has voted in the legislation 39 to 10, with the ban coming into force as early as 2027.

Speaking to the Senedd, Regional Member Jane Dodds said “by passing this bill, we will be saying as a nation that forseeable and unavoidable harm to animals cannot be justified in the name of sport or in the service of gambling revenues.”

Wales is on track to become the first country in the United Kingdom to formerly ban greyhound racing, and last year the Scottish government also gave its backing to a bill that would ban racing there too.

This great news signifies a growing global movement away from using gentle dogs as commodities, as public sentiment continues to turn against greyhound racing due to entrenched animal cruelty issues. From injuries, doping, overbreeding and mass killing — all for the sake of gambling money — caring people have had enough.

Our deepest gratitude to the coalition of advocates who have fought long and hard on behalf of Wales' greyhounds: Blue Cross UK, RSPCA (England & Wales) Hope Rescue , Dogs Trust, Greyhound Rescue Wales, and everyone who has signed petitions, adopted & fostered greyhounds, and spoken out on behalf of the victims of greyhound racing.

This step takes us closer to a world where greyhounds are treated with the kindness and dignity they deserve. 🧡🐾

18/03/2026

Poor Grace stumbled into the river at a beauty spot in Cornwall and her distraught owner now wants everyone to target one place in search. 'I will not be resting until she’s found. Grace is so dearly loved not just me but everyone she knows.'

17/03/2026

The rising cost of veterinary care is not a veterinary industry problem.
It’s a social and systemic one.

There’s been a lot of public conversation lately about veterinary care being “unaffordable,” and often the blame is directed at veterinary clinics.

But the reality is far more complex.
Veterinary medicine is not subsidised like human healthcare.
There is no Medicare for animals. No public hospital system. No government safety net.
Yet every day, veterinary teams quietly carry the burden of a social system that hasn’t caught up with the reality that pets are family.

Veterinary clinics already contribute enormous amounts of unpaid and under-recognised care:
• Treating injured wildlife
• Caring for stray and lost animals
• Supporting rescue groups and charities
• Discounting treatment for people in crisis
• Writing off bad debts when payment plans fail
Many clinics have tried payment plans in the past, only to be left carrying significant financial losses.
At the same time, veterinary professionals face one of the highest su***de rates of any profession, often driven by moral stress, compassion fatigue and the impossible position of balancing animal welfare with financial realities. And unlike their human patients, animals cannot tell vets what is wrong, making diagnosis and treatment even more complex.

So when people say veterinary care is expensive, we should ask a deeper question:
Why do we expect individual veterinary clinics to solve what is actually a societal issue?
If we truly recognise the human–animal bond and the role pets play in mental health, family stability and community wellbeing, then we need systemic solutions, such as:
• Community veterinary funds
• Partnerships between social services and vet clinics
• Preventative care programs
• Subsidised veterinary access for vulnerable people
• Integrated human–animal welfare approaches

This is exactly why organisations like Safe Pets Safe Families exist, to bridge the gap between social services and veterinary care, so that people in crisis are not forced to choose between their safety and the animals they love.
Because the truth is simple:
When we support pets, we support people too.

And that’s not just an animal welfare issue.

It’s a public health issue.

Talk to us for solutions we have 10 years plus industry experience

Sophie's Legacy Nat Cook MP Anthony Albanese Tanya Plibersek Animal Justice Party South Australia Lucy Hood MP Paws & Pals - homeless support SPSF Community Vet Van

17/03/2026

Living with companion animals contributes positively to everyday life ❤️

Research shows pets can reduce stress and anxiety, support healthy routines, ease loneliness, and improve mental and physical wellbeing 🥰

When people want a pet and can provide a safe, healthy home, they should be able to welcome one into the family. New laws about renting with pets in NSW now make it easier to live with a pet 🏡

RSPCA NSW is committed to keeping people and pets together through a range of support services. We aim to help families navigate challenges and stay connected, especially during times of change or crisis.

If you’re looking for advice on living with pets, visit our website for information, resources, and support: https://www.rspcansw.org.au/information-and-advice/living-with-pets/pets-are-family/