Companion animals represented by our committee
Who is ACA?
ACA is a national incorporated association representing the interests of all animal hobbyists. Led by a strong committee composed of representatives for each major animal group – as pictured and outlined above. To find out more about how ACA is representing your favourite animals simply follow the links above.
You can have a voice – ACA has established Animal Advisory Groups for each main species. Individual members and member organisations can request to be included in these groups, so join ACA today and help by having your say!
Why ACA
ACA was established as an independant animal welfare organisation, by uniting experienced animal keepers, carers and breeders. Extreme animal rights and animal liberationist ideologies have been influencing government legislation, regulation and policy development & implementation, without proper consultation, at the expense of you and your animals. We are here to provide a trustworthy, balanced voice – protecting you and your animals.
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ACA supports cat containment on the owners property ![]()
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Being in the best interests of animal welfare, Animal Care Australia supports the need for cat containment, including curfews, and education on how it actually benefits the cats.![]()
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Cat containment does not equal keeping your cat indoors 24/7 — it means keeping your cat within the boundaries of your property — whatever that may be. It also includes taking your cat for walks on a leash. In other words it means the limiting of ‘free-roaming’ cats.![]()
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You can achieve this safely through an outdoor escape-proof cat enclosure, a specialised escape-proof fence or supervised access in the yard. ![]()
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Animal Care Australia supports cats being permitted to enjoy their own neighbourhood while on a harness and lead with their owner, just like other pets are.![]()
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Cats that are not confined to your property risk:![]()
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Being hit by a car![]()
Being trapped or poisoned![]()
Becoming the victim of another animal (eg: dogs)![]()
Complaints & threats from neighbours![]()
Being stolen![]()
Being injured![]()
Killing native wildlife![]()
Confrontations with other territorial cats![]()
Catching transmissible diseases![]()
Infestations of fleas/ticks/parasites![]()
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Remember, walking with your cat outside of your property gives you the ability to protect them from all of the above risks, and the inevitable high veterinary expenses that come with the risks.![]()
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Join us today: www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/join/![]()
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You can donate to us here:![]()
www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/donate-to-aca/![]()
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Don't want to support puppy farmers?![]()
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Be a Responsible buyer. ![]()
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More information: www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/structure/responsible-buying-selling/![]()
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Join us today: www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/join/![]()
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You can donate to us here:![]()
www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/donate-to-aca/![]()
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#AnimalCareAustralia #EducateNotRegulate #AnimalWelfareIsAnimalCare #WelfareIsNotAboutNumbers #AnimalRightsIsNotAnimalWelfare #animalsmatter #PuttingAnimalsFirst #humananimalbond #petsarefamily #careforanimals #responsiblepetownership #ResponsiblePetBuyer
What will you do with your pets on days of high fire danger?![]()
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If you are leaving early with your pets, remember to prepare your pets as well.![]()
Always have bedding, food and water ready to go and make sure you can transport them – always put your own safety before the safety of your pets.![]()
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Know where you could house your pets if you decide to leave early. This may include boarding kennels, a relative/friend’s place or you may be able to keep them with you.![]()
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If you choose to keep your pets with you, confine them early. Pets are safest inside a secure room, on a lead or in carriers. Make sure they have plenty of water to drink.![]()
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Have towels and woollen blankets available to cover and protect your pets.![]()
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Make sure your pets can be identified easily. Microchip your animals and include your details such as your phone number on collars, on the backs of your horses & livestock.![]()
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Discuss with neighbours about protecting your pets if you are not at home during a bushfire. Keep in regular contact with your neighbours during the fire danger period to let them know your plans.![]()
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Keep your Bushfire Relocation Kit for pets within easy reach so you are ready to leave early.![]()
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Practice how you will move your pets if you leave. It takes longer than you think.![]()
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Animals do not cope with smoke. Keep them indoors if possible. ![]()
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Aviaries and outdoor enclosures can be covered with dampened towels or hessian bags to absorb smoke & keep the animals cooler.![]()
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If fire approaches follow any emergency services instructions. ![]()
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Avoid loading horses (or livestock) as fire is approaching. If staying, open all internal property gates, so animals can move away from immediate danger, but never open gates into roads or other vehicle access ways. ![]()
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With horses, remove halters and rugs. Ensure your mobile number is written on their backs (use auction crayon for this) so that you can be contacted should animals find themselves re-located away from home.![]()
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Check animals feet after fire passes through, as feet are often burned on hot ground. ![]()
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For more information: www.animalcareaustralia.org.au/pet-information/pets-in-natural-emergencies/![]()
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