Free flea treatments and dog health checks in Bunbury

5 November 2024

RSPCA WA will be in Bunbury on Friday, 15 November offering free advice, pet food and parasite control to pet owners who may be struggling with the costs of caring for their pets.

The Community Action Day will take place at Hay Park North Pavilion, off Socceroos Place, Withers from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

RSPCA WA staff and volunteers will be on hand to perform health checks and microchipping for dogs and give out flea and worming treatments for cats and dogs.

Pet owners are also encouraged to chat to our friendly staff about dog training tips and other queries.

RSPCA WA Executive Manager Animal and Enforcement Operations Hannah Dreaver said more and more pet owners were asking for help amidst the cost-of-living and housing crises.

“The City of Bunbury was in second spot for regional local government areas with the highest animal cruelty reports in the 2022-23 financial year,” she said.

“The LGA rose from fourth place the year prior and saw an eight per cent increase in reports.

“The City of Busselton and Shires of Capel, Harvey, and Collie all placed in the top ten regional hotspots last year.

“Nearly a third of requests from people looking to surrender their animals last year related to cost-of-living and housing issues.

“It is hoped this support will ease some pressure on family budgets and help stop small health problems for pets from becoming big and expensive ones.

“We want to keep much-loved pets together with their owners wherever possible. If you could benefit from a little help with your animals, please come along and take advantage of this free support.”

People are welcome to bring social, vaccinated dogs and puppies along to the event on leash. If your puppy has not had all its vaccinations yet, you will need to carry the puppy at all times. Due to welfare concerns, cats are not able to attend.

RSPCA WA inspectors and an RSPCA WA dog trainer will be on hand to answer questions.

The health checks will be conducted by vet staff from RSPCA WA and local volunteers. Pet owners who would like to attend are asked to register here.

RSPCA WA thanks the City of Bunbury, Rogz, Vetwest, Vasse Vets and Bunbury and Eaton Vet Clinics.

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