Wildlife & Animal Welfare Forms
13 formsAnimal Cruelty
Report animal cruelty, neglect or abuse to the RSPCA in your state. Animal cruelty is a criminal offence in all...
Report illegal wildlife trade, smuggling, or possession of protected species to the Australian federal authorities.
Report livestock cruelty, neglect or welfare concerns on farms or in transit through state agriculture departments and...
Companion Animals & Council
Report a stray animal, nuisance barking, roaming livestock, or dangerous dog to your local council ranger.
Appeal a dangerous or menacing dog declaration made by your local council, or understand your obligations if your dog...
Wildlife Permits & Licences
Apply for a permit to rehabilitate injured or orphaned native wildlife. Required in all states before you can legally...
Apply for a CITES permit to legally import or export protected wildlife species or wildlife products (leather,...
Apply for a licence to legally keep native Australian animals as pets or for educational/display purposes.
Refer a proposed development or action to the federal government for assessment if it may have a significant impact on...
Wildlife Rescue
Report an injured, sick or orphaned native animal in NSW through WIRES for rescue and rehabilitation.
Report an injured or orphaned native animal in Victoria through Wildlife Victoria for rescue and care.
Find the correct wildlife rescue contact for your state or territory — every state has a different organisation.
Report a stranded, injured or dead whale, dolphin, seal or other marine animal to the correct authority in your state.