Cruelty to Animals

In Tasmania, the Animal Welfare Act 1993 deals with cruelty to animals.

There are several offences that all pet owners should be aware of. They include:

• Abandoning a cat
• Conveying a cat in circumstances causing unjustifiable pain or suffering
• Failure to provide drink, food or shelter, ill-treating, injuring, tormenting or torturing a cat
• Killing a cat in a cruel manner, unlawfully or maliciously

If you suspect cruelty to an animal, you can inform:

• RSPCA Ph. 1300 139 947
• Police Ph. (03) 6230 2111
• Crime Stoppers Ph. 1800 005 555