Animals also need to be protected from harm. Animal cruelty isn’t restricted to physical harm – it also includes neglect and abandonment. RSPCA inspectors have the power to investigate animal cruelty offences and in serious cases can seize animals, issue fines and prosecute offenders.
To report animal cruelty, contact RSPCA ACT on 02 6287 8100 or make an online report at https://www.rspca-act.org.au/contact/report_animal_cruelty