The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment successfully passed the NSW Parliament recently and will take effect from 1 March 2023.

“RSPCA NSW is pleased to see progressive changes being made to POCTAA, which aligns with community expectations and further protects the welfare of animals. Pet ownership is a privilege and not a right and we will continue to carry out our mission of preventing animal cruelty across the state and advocating for all creatures great and small.”