In Newfoundland and Labrador, control of animal welfare falls under the provincial Animal Health and Protection Act and associated regulations:
Under provincial law, the SPCA St. John’s is NOT authorized to investigate cases of animal cruelty, abuse or neglect. Please phone the RNC or RCMP to report animal abuse, or your municipal enforcement officer:
For farm animals, including horses, reports may be made to the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer by calling (709) 729-6879 or emailing animalwelfare@gov.nl.ca. Conservation Officers working in the Department of Natural Resources can then conduct a proper investigation.
For urgent matters, please contact your local RNC or RCMP detachment.
