Inspectorate Update – 59 dogs and cats taken into RSPCA NSW custody from a breeder in the New England Region

Yesterday, Thursday, 28 December 2023, a team of RSPCA NSW Inspectors and an RSPCA NSW veterinarian attended a property in the New England region along with local Council Rangers. A total of 45 dogs, including 25 puppies, were seized for urgent veterinary assessment and treatment after allegedly being found in varying states of poor health and condition. A further 14 cats and kittens were surrendered to RSPCA NSW during the operation.

All 59 animals have been 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.