About SPCA Targeted Interventions
Early identification of child victimisation, family violence and co-existing animal cruelty
Over forty years of research recognises the common roots of violence towards humans and animals, and the close link between animal cruelty, family violence, and child abuse.
SPCA Targeted Interventions Portal is an online practice resource for practitioners, students, and scholars.
The Portal was developed in collaboration with New Zealand practitioners and academics to support the early identification of co-existing human victimisation and animal cruelty, and to address the enduring social and emotional impact of animal cruelty on children and adults.
Early identification of child victimisation, family violence and co-existing animal cruelty
“Socially unacceptable non-accidental behaviour that causes unnecessary pain, suffering, distress or death."
The Connection Between Family Violence and Animal Cruelty
Animal Cruelty Information For Practitioners