The Tasmania Canine Defence League (TCDL) was first established in 1950. The TCDL is a non-profit organisation caring for Tasmania’s stray, lost and abandoned dogs. The first official Dogs’ Home opened at Derwent Park in 1957. The Devonport Dogs’ Home was established in 1969 and the Burnie Dogs’ Home in 1980. The current Hobart Dogs’ Home at Risdon Vale began operation in 1991.Approximately 5,000 lost, stray or abandoned dogs pass through the Dogs’ Homes each year. The majority are reclaimed or adopted out.
We Are Committed to:
- Providing the best possible care to all dogs who pass through the Dogs’ Homes
- Promoting the dual responsibilities of dog ownership – caring for your dog and caring for your community
- Promoting the desexing of dogs
- Delivering humane education programs to school and the wider community
Constitution, Philosophy, & Members’ Code of Ethics:
Click on the link below to download a copy of the Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc’s Constitution including it’s Philosophy & Member’s Code of Ethics in PDF format. Constitution, Philosophy, & Members’ Code of Ethics
Annual Reports:
Click on the links below to download a copy of the Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc’s Annual Reports in PDF format.
