RSPCA WA will be visiting Baldivis on Tuesday, July 30 offering free supplies and advice to pet owners in need.
The Community Action Day will take place at Baldivis Sports Complex (under the verandah on the oval side), 531 Eighty Road from 1:00pm to 3:00pm.
RSPCA WA staff and volunteers will be on hand to perform health checks and microchipping for dogs, give out flea and worming treatments for cats and dogs, and hand out free cat and dog food.
Pet owners are also encouraged to chat to our friendly staff about dog training tips and other queries.
RSPCA WA Executive Manager Animal and Enforcement Operations Hannah Dreaver said more and more pet owners were asking for help amidst the cost-of-living and housing crises.
“The City of Rockingham remains one of the highest local government areas for animal cruelty with latest figures showing the city ranks fourth in Perth metro LGAs,” she said.
“Nearly a third of requests from people looking to surrender their animals this year have related to cost-ofliving and housing issues.
“It’s hoped this support will ease some pressure on family budgets and help stop small health problems for pets from becoming big and expensive ones.
“We want to keep much-loved pets together with their owners wherever possible. If you could benefit from a little help with your animals, please come along and take advantage of this free support.”
People are welcome to bring social, vaccinated dogs and puppies along to the event on leash.
If your puppy has not had all its vaccinations yet, you will need to carry the puppy at all times.
Due to welfare concerns, cats are not able to attend.
RSPCA WA inspectors and an RSPCA WA dog trainer will be on hand to answer questions.
The health checks will be conducted by vet staff and students from South Metropolitan TAFE and Vetwest Rockingham.
Pet owners who would like to attend are asked to register here.
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