Charlie’s story, part 1: Starving and injured, this old dog is seized from the brink of death
Imagine being so hungry that you can barely move. Weak and aching with every movement, pleading to those around you for help. This was Charlie’s existence.
Mistletoe scampers into playful new life after overcoming slim chances of ever walking again
As only a small pup, poor Mistletoe required weeks of complex surgery if she were ever going to walk again. Months later, she's loving her active lifestyle!
From skinny stray to shining gem: how this deaf kitten became a much-loved ‘foster fail’
As a kitten, Helen Keller had a series of life-threatening health problems. Her foster carer nursed her back to health – and then couldn't help but adopt!
Puppy with terrible case of mange is unrecognisable after months of treatment
Lulu's case is one of our most celebrated. Hers is a story of extreme suffering, intense treatment and recovery, and the healing power of love.
Magneto the tabby trooper finds life of love and iPad games after leg amputation
Hit by a car and likely left for days without treatment, Magneto sadly needed a leg amputation. But several weeks on, his life couldn't be happier!
‘Boss of the household’ Mo the ginger cat celebrates eight-year adoptaversary
PHOTO ESSAY: It's been eight years since Mo was found meowing in a roof as a tiny kitten. Follow her rescue story through our photographer Leigh's eyes.
A peaceful refuge for her final years after a life of horrific neglect: Kelly the kelpie’s legacy
VIDEO: Kelly was one of the worst cruelty cases our inspectors had ever seen. Incredibly, the eldery kelpie found a peaceful refuge for her final years of life.
Loyal Axel was neglected when he needed help the most…
Red heeler Axel was surprisingly affectionate when found by RSPCA Inspector Verity, even though he was in unbearable pain – because his tail had been ripped off.
Rescued from Pooraka creek, terrified Pierre regains trust thanks to kindest foster mum
VIDEO: "I fell in love with Pierre instantly and was overjoyed when he was brave enough to love me back."
Before and after: Woody the brave horse survived extreme neglect
Woody was in horrific condition when seized by RSPCA inspectors in June 2016. He's since has thrived with proper care – and is now available for adoption!
A loving home for eccentric Percy, the flightless cockatoo
All kinds of weird and wonderful animals have graced RSPCA South Australia's shelters before finding loving homes – including this eccentric cockatoo!