The state and territory governments are responsible for the regulation of animal welfare in Australia. Each state and territory has an Animal Welfare Act outlining their relevant animal welfare legislation.
| State | Legislation |
|---|---|
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | Animal Welfare Act 1992 |
| New South Wales (NSW) | Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979 |
| Northern Territory (NT) | Animal Protection Act 2018 |
| Queensland (QLD) | Animal Care and Protection Act 2001 |
| South Australia (SA) | Animal Welfare Act 1985 |
| Tasmania (TAS) | Animal Welfare Act 1993 |
| Victoria (VIC) | Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1986 |
| Western Australia (WA) | Animal Welfare Act 2002 |