Australia’s Royal Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCAs) have expressed sadness following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Queen Elizabeth’s interest in animals was well noted, and she was a patron of the RSPCA in England and Wales.
The RSPCA was initially established in Australia in 1871 (in Victoria) and received the royal warrant in 1923, and at that time was known as the Royal Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
“Today we join the community, and our colleagues overseas, in sending our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and to the people of the United Kingdom,” an RSPCA spokesperson said.
CEO of RSPCA NSW, Steve Coleman, said The Queen displayed “love and kindness towards all creatures, great and small.”
“She had a passion for horses, and adored being the company of her beloved Corgis,” he said.
“We would like to thank Her Majesty for her commitment to animal welfare, and for showing the world how loyal and special the bond between animals and humans can be.
“May she rest in eternal peace.”
SAM WORRAD