For every meowbox sold, meowbox donates a can of cat food, or monetary equivalent to a shelter or rescue. This month, we donated to the RSPCA in New South Wales, Australia.
Since July—the beginning of Australia’s worst bushfire season to date—over 50 million animals have been killed (including breeds that are already endangered) and at least 26 people. Thousands of human homes and whole ecosystems have tragically been destroyed in the flames.
People across the world are eagerly pitching in to help, collectively donating millions toward rescue efforts. The RSPCA in New South Wales is one of the local animal welfare organizations working tirelessly to guide displaced animals to safety, distribute food, and provide pet supplies to evacuated families. With the help of compassionate community members, they have launched an initiative to help animal owners find financial support for veterinary care, food and supplies. Once the fires have cleared, RSPCA inspectors and veterinarians will face the difficult task of assessing and treating affected animals.
Amid the fires, the RSPCA team continues to balance their many other roles, including (but not nearly limited to) caring for and rehoming shelter animals, combatting animal cruelty, and providing accessible services to low-income communities.
To learn more about the RSPCA in New South Wales, or to find out how you can support their rescue work, please visit their website at rspca.org.au.
