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Animal Welfare Complaints in Queensland

Reporting Animal Cruelty and Neglect

If you witness animal cruelty, including neglect or abandonment, it is your duty to report it. You can do this by phone or online. Urgent cases require immediate attention. If an animal is seriously injured, ill, or trapped, please report it immediately.

Animal Welfare Standards

Animal welfare laws in Queensland, outlined in the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001, aim to protect animals from cruelty, duty of care violations, and abandonment. These laws apply to all animals, including livestock.

Reporting Concerns

If you suspect animal cruelty or neglect, or if you believe animals are not being cared for properly, you should report it. You can do this by:

• Phone: Call the RSPCA Queensland on 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625)
• Online: Visit the RSPCA Queensland website to submit an online report

Reporting to the Police

If you have information about animal cruelty or neglect that may involve criminal activity, you can contact the police by providing information using the online Policelink service.

Consequences of Animal Cruelty

Animal cruelty is a serious offence. Penalties can include fines, imprisonment, and animal forfeiture. By reporting animal welfare concerns, you are helping to protect animals and hold those responsible accountable.