The Animal Welfare Union

The Animal Welfare Union first began in 2013 but was only officially established in 2023 to represent Australian animal lovers and professionals working in the animal care and welfare sector.

Advocacy | Accreditation | Education | Consultation | Research

AWU was established as an organisation led by experts in animal welfare work to advocate for real improvements in animal welfare across Australia. Not only do we support Australia’s animal loving public, but we provide real, on the ground support to those involved in various enterprises involving animals.

We provide real, on the ground support to those involved in various enterprises involving animals.

Not only do we support Australia’s animal-loving public, but we provide real, on the ground support to those involved in various enterprises involving animals.

  • Assistance
  • Therapy
  • Detection
  • Education
  • Acting

We provide expert advice and leadership through our four federation bodies governing Australia’s four areas of animal services:

Utlity Animals Federation

  • Agriculture
  • Research

Wild Animals Federation

  • Exotic
  • Endemic
Connect with Us
  • Grooming
  • Rescue
  • Breeding
  • Daycare
  • Sports