Please become a Guardian Angel this Christmas and give the gift of a safe and loving home to animals in desperate need
This year the kindness and generosity of RSPCA supporters enabled us to bust a number of dog-fighting rings across Queensland as part of a special Taskforce investigation, rescuing around 100 dogs.There is not one positive word that could ever describe the harsh emotional and physical conditions experienced by dogs forced to participate in dog-fighting rings … for these unfortunate animals, Christmas is definitely not a time of happiness and joy.
When not fighting for the entertainment and financial gain of greedy humans, these dogs are tethered on heavy chains in the dirt – in close proximity but with chains just short enough so they cannot reach each other. Raised to be constantly on edge and resilient so they become stronger fighters, they have very minimal shelter from harsh weather conditions and no comfortable bedding.
Many of the dogs rescued from dog-fighting rings suffer extensive physical and emotional problems, requiring costly specialist surgical and medical support, extended rehabilitation time and special rehoming services. Add to this the expensive legal costs of prosecuting the organisers of the illegal fighting rings, and … it all adds up.
Can you please help? RSPCA Qld receives only 2% of the income we need from the Government. Yet, for each animal that needs our help and support it costs $25 per day to shelter, protect and care for them.
By donating to our Guardian Angel appeal this year you will join a group of incredibly special and most compassionate group of supporters – our Guardian Angels – and earn your Christmas halo by helping severely abused animals like Daisy, a beautiful five-year-old Staffy Cross.