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The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) was founded in 1824. It developed out of the first anti-cruelty bill, which was introduced by Richard Martin MP, who would later earn the nickname of 'Humanity Dick', leader of a group of twenty-two reformers. Also leading the group were William Wilberforce MP, who was already famous for his efforts to abolish slavery in the British Empire, and the Reverend Arthur Broome. The Act was passed in Parliament on 22 July 1822 and was against cruelty to farm animals, particularly cattle. The group assembled at the "Old Slaughters" Coffee House in London to create a society with the will and authority to enforce the new law. The SPCA, the first animal welfare society in any country was thus founded on 16 June 1824, and was subsequently granted its royal status by Queen Victoria in 1840.
Queen Victoria is credited with founding or at least giving the society Royal sponsorship. It is not quite clear if they are actually a Government agency like the Royal Mail or the Armed Forces. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals- ASPCA, was founded in l866 by one Henry Bergh. By the way by this time there were Animal welfare societies in Britain, then the US, and somewhat oddly- Czarist Russia! at one time Mr. Bergh was ambassador to Russia.
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When was RSPCA set?
The RSPCA was started in 1824.
When did they build the RSPCA?
They build RSPCA back in 1824.
How many buildins does the RSPCA have?
the rspca have 205 buildings
Do the RSPCA employ vets?
A veterinarian who works for the RSPCA.
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Who are the RSPCA acountable to?
RSPCA are a charity that help unwanted pets and animals.
Where does the RSPCA get their support?
RSPCA are supported by the general public through donations.
Does the RSPCA take in dogs?
RSPCA takes in all kinds of animals.
What are the main priorities of RSPCA?
The RSPCA are a volunteer group to help animals.
Is the RSPCA commuinity?
The RSPCA is a self funding, non-profit charity.
Who is invented?
Who is a pronoun that stands in place for a person. A person cannot be invented, so "Who" cannot be invented. A person can be inspired, but not invented. One person can help create another person's career, but not invented.
Where is the RSPCA Victoria adoption center?
The RSPCA Victoria is located in Australia. There are many different branches of the RSPCA in Victoria. Some cities that have a RSPCA Victoria office include Moe, Epping, Burwood East, and Portland.
