RSPCA Orange Supporter Group

11/06/2026

Good welfare (or wellbeing) means your pet is living a good life where they have

• Enough good food and clean water
• A safe, kind home where they feel secure
• Good health (free from pain, injury, or illness)
• Positive, gentle interactions with people and other animals
• Opportunities to do the things that are important to their species

As caregivers, our role is to understand what our pets need to feel safe, settled and supported. Remembering every animal is an individual with their own likes and dislikes

No matter where you live, there are practical ways to support your pet’s wellbeing at home

01/06/2026

WINTER IS HERE ❄️🥶

Don’t let their fur coats fool you, pets get cold, too! To help keep them warm, happy, and healthy this season, keep these essential winter safety tips in mind:

• Make sure their shelter is Warm (plenty of blankets or dry straw), Waterproof (elevated and dry), and Windproof (secure from cold drafts) 🏡

• Too cold for a walk? Try indoor hide-and-seek, trick training, or food-dispensing toys to keep them active and engaged! 🎾

• Cold weather can make conditions like osteoarthritis worse. If your senior pet seems stiff or is hiding more than usual, it might be time for a vet visit 🩺

• Always keep your pet and their bedding at least one metre away from heaters and fireplaces to prevent burns 🔥

• Keep toxic winter chemicals well out of reach, and never leave your pet in a cold car (it acts just like a refrigerator!) 🚗

• Stray and outdoor cats love to hide under car hoods for warmth. Always give your hood a quick tap before starting the engine! 🐈

And as always, for any health issues or concerns, visit your local vet ❤️

29/04/2026

Movie Night Reminder - This Friday May 1 @ 7.30pm

We have some yummy lucky door prizes up for grabs from Lindt 🍫

Tickets can be purchased at Collins Booksellers Orange or at the door (cash only).

Don’t miss out on a great night and all money raised goes to supporting people and pets here in Orange 💛

15/04/2026

Join us for a movie fundraiser at Odeon Cinema on 1st May at 7.30pm. Tickets can be purchased at Collins Booksellers Orange or at the door (cash only). 🎥🍿🎬

15/04/2026

Join us for a movie night fundraiser on Friday, 1st May at 7:30pm at Odeon Cinema. Tickets may be purchased at Collins Booksellers Orange or at the door (cash only). 🎟️🎬🎥🍿

15/04/2026

Supporting people to provide safe, healthy homes for their pets delivers social and economic benefits for animals, their caregivers, the housing sector and the wider community.

When families have access to the right information, early support, and practical assistance, issues can be addressed before they escalate and ultimately strengthen outcomes for people and pets.

Explore practical resources to support safe, healthy pet ownership via:
https://www.rspcansw.org.au/information-and-advice/living-with-pets/pets-are-family/

29/03/2026

Easter is a joyful time filled with family, food, and fun 🐰

For our furry friends, it can be unexpectedly dangerous time. So as tempting as it may be to include your pets in the hunt for Easter eggs, please keep chocolate eggs and other hazards well out of reach 👋

For more information on how you can keep your pets safe this Easter, visit our blog via the link below:

https://www.rspcansw.org.au/news-and-updates/keep-pets-safe-from-chocolate-and-other-unfriendly-easter-food/

25/03/2026

Low-cost desexing for cats and dogs through Orange City Council 👇

🐾 Low‑cost desexing for cats and dogs 🐶🐱

Orange City Council is offering a subsidised desexing program to help reduce unwanted litters in our community. Under the 2026 program, eligible residents will be able to access low‑cost desexing for both cats and dogs, with fees set at $70 per cat and $80 per dog.

The subsidised program is open to Orange LGA residents who hold a current pension or concession card.

✅ Bookings for the program will open from Monday 30 March 2026, with places limited and allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

👉 For more details:
https://www.orange.nsw.gov.au/news/council-to-deliver-low-cost-desexing-program-for-cats-and-dogs/

12/02/2026

Great to have a chat with Josh from RSPCA NSW this morning. Our community really appreciates your support!

RSPCA Orange Supporter Group
FoodCare Orange
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05/01/2026

Enrichment supports an animal’s wellbeing by allowing them to express natural behaviours while staying mentally and physically stimulated. This can include cognitive, dietary, physical, sensory and social enrichment, and mixing things up is important.

When enrichment is limited or repetitive, it can lead to boredom and behaviour challenges such as anxiety, aggression, depression, excessive vocalisation, loss of appetite and isolation.

For more enrichment ideas and DIY guides, visit our cat resources section on our website below 👇

https://www.rspcansw.org.au/information-and-advice/caring-for-animals/cats-and-kittens/keeping-cats-safe-at-home/cat-resources/