There is always plenty of exciting things going on at RSPCA Tasmania, here are some highlights!

I am pleased to announce that we have just re-opened our vet clinic at Mornington.  With our new vet Joanne Lonergan joining the team in June, we can now keep on top of our shelter work as well as carrying out public work.

This service is aimed out low income earners, concession card and health care card holders.

The main services available are health checks and vaccinations, micro chipping and desexing.  As I pointed out in a recent media statement, it’s recommended that health checks and vaccinations take place prior to surgery if the animal has not been seen by a vet recently.

The reopening of the clinic should also relieve some of the pressure on the Hobart Community Veterinary Clinic at Lenah Valley.

We are currently advertising a new position, RSPCA Tasmania Manager – Community Engagement.  I see this as being a very important role in assisting us in delivering a wide range of educational programmes and activities to various community groups on a state wide basis, to promote and educate the public on responsible pet ownership and RSPCA activities including low cost desexing.

RSPCA awareness week is not far away and concludes with one of our major fundraisers ‘Happy Tails Day which is Friday October 7^th.  We are always looking for volunteers, so if you can assist us on this day please give us a call on 6244 3033.