Inspectorate Update – 37 animals seized from Upper Hunter Region

On Friday 24 November, a team of inspectors attended a property in the Upper Hunter Region after receiving intel that a person subject to a prohibition order (now referred to as a Disqualification Order) had animals in their care.

Numerous animals were located in varying conditions including guinea pigs, dogs, fish, bearded dragons, a rabbit and a cat. A total of 37 animals were seized, including a deceased fish.

All animals were admitted into our care, where they are undergoing veterinary assessments and receiving treatment as needed.

If you have animal welfare concerns, please call RSPCA NSW to investigate on 1300 CRUELTY (1300 278 358) or make a report online at: www.rspcansw.org.au/report-a-cruelty-case.