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Happiness is a wet nose and a wagging tail.
Happy Bubbles â¨
Happiness is a wet nose and a wagging tail.
Happy Bubbles â¨
At Happy Bubbles, we believe every dog deserves love, comfort and a fresh start. Across Australia, there are countless rescue centres and not-for-profit organisations doing the hard yards rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs in need.
We're proud to stand beside these unsung heroes by giving them the spotlight they truly deserve. Through our platform, we're helping raise awareness, drive donations and connect more people with these incredible causes, so that more wagging tails can find the safe, happy homes they were born for.
Because when our community supports those who care most, everyone wins - especially the dogs.
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Iron Dog Rescue helps rehome Rottweilers by connecting owners and adopters, caring for surrendered or impounded dogs, and offering vet care, shelter and lifelong support for adopters.
Jades Rescue is run by a group of volunteers Jades rescue all kind of dogs from the young to the old we rescue dogs from pounds and dogs that have been surrounded through no fault of their own to saving dogs from free sites.
Second Chance is a not-for-profit, community-based animal shelter powered by dedicated veterinary and animal welfare professionals, animal-loving volunteers and compassionate foster carers.
Diamond in the Ruff Rescue is dedicated to rescuing and rehoming dogs in need. They provide a safe haven for abandoned and neglected dogs, offering them a second chance at life.
North Queensland Animal Rescue is a Cairns based registered charity and is run entirely by volunteers. We accept dogs in need of re-homing through private surrender and from council pounds throughout north Queensland.
The Lost Dogsâ Home is one of Australiaâs largest animal shelters, providing care, shelter, and rehoming services for thousands of lost and abandoned dogs and cats each year. They also run community programs, veterinary services and advocate for responsible pet ownership.
We are a not for profit organisation that helps dogs out of pounds or surrenders. We get all their vet work complete and then rehome them into lifelong loving homes.
GAWS is a not-for-profit animal welfare organisation providing best practice care, community education and re-homing programs. Established in 1956, our service offerings include an animal shelter and a veterinary clinic.
We are a Victorian based volunteer animal rescue group that takes private surrenders and we save animals from pounds who may otherwise be euthanised. We are a foster care rescue and all of our animals are in private foster homes throughout Victoria.
RSPCA Victoria is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to preventing cruelty to animals and promoting their care and protection. Each year they rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome thousands of animals through their shelters and veterinary clinics, while their Inspectorate investigates more than 10,000 reports of animal cruelty across the state.
We work closely with animal welfare groups, local councils and community members to provide a lifeline for animals in need. A big part of our work involves medical surrenders - animals surrendered to us with injuries or illnesses when their families canât afford treatment.
Our mission is simple - to give every dog the chance to live a safe, healthy and loved life, while creating stronger bonds between pups and the people who care for them. Based in Far North Queensland, we are a volunteer-driven rescue organisation that steps in where help is needed most.
Whitsunday based registered charity, aiming to save abandoned and abused dogs and cats. Very small, 100% volunteer run and donation funded. No physical shelter, we try to find foster homes and provide all food and vetting for our animals until adoption.
An animal rescue and welfare organisation with big ideas and big hearts. Our aim is to keep animals out of pounds and either in their own loving home or in a new one.
Lost and Found Pets Illawarra are a volunteer run registered charity reuniting and rescuing pets in the Illawarra region of NSW.
Greyhound rescue is dedicated to rehoming greyhounds from the racing industry and relies largely on fundraising and donations to meet the high costs of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming these special animals.
A foster-based animal rescue based in Melbourne & Surroundings VIC, dedicated to giving street cats, kittens, and at times dogs, a second chance at life. We focus on saving animals from pounds and vet clinics where they face euthanasia, providing them with vital veterinary care, rehabilitation, and the comfort of loving foster homes until they are ready for adoption.
We are a small not for profit rescue with a dedicated team of volunteers that perform around the clock care for puppies who are born with a cleft palate.
NRAS is a self-funded, not-for-profit charity run predominantly by volunteers to rehome the lost, surrendered, abandoned and abused companion animals of the Northern Rivers on the Far North Coast of NSW.
Maprescue shelter is run by volunteers 24/7. The Maprescue team is trying to save cats and dogs from unnecessary euthanasia, all animals are rehomed with all vet work done. We have been operating for 13Â years.
Weâre very small and would appreciate the support to helping us grow, we have saved over 400 lives in our four years, run a last litter program and are dedicated to supporting our community as much as we can.
A community-focused organisation dedicated to helping people and pets STAY together. At the heart of our work is the belief in the power of the human-animal bond, which offers emotional support, stability, and connection - especially for individuals experiencing hardship or crisis.
Community matters. Every dog matters. Every hooman matters. We believe change is born in small acts of compassion, and when a community comes together, those small acts turn into something unstoppable.
The Refuge is an independent, non-profit, charitable organisation with a regulated non-euthanasia policy. We also run education programmes for the community on responsible animal ownership.
We have been operating since 2008, caring for the unwanted pets from Bundaberg pound, and North Burnett pound. We are not breed specific, and don't shy away from the difficult jobs. We are entirely volunteer run, and rely solely on donations from the public.
We work to help keep vulnerable people and their pets together, by alleviating the burden of providing essential pet care during times of hardship. We provide both hope and practical support to people at risk or experiencing homelessness.
SFDR have helped rescue over 500 animals since 2012. We provide day-to-day care for 70-100 animals at our sanctuary and more through our foster care network and community outreach and assistance programs.
We are a new all animal inclusive not-for-profit rescue helping to rescue & rehabilitate animals and find their forever homes along with fundraiser events helping spread awareness and educate the community.
Weâre dedicated to giving every dog a second chance through rehabilitation, foster care and responsible rehoming. Our team is made up of passionate volunteers who pour their hearts into every dogâs journey - from the moment they arrive to the day they find their forever home.
Saving Animals Matters is a self-funded, not-for-profit animal rescue based in Perth, Western Australia. We're a registered charity that is 100%Â volunteer-operated.
We are DGR Endorsed Australian Charity and Not-For-Profit Organisation Focusing on the Rescue, Rehabilitation, Rehoming and Education of Dingoes and Dingo Hybrids in Western Australia.
We are a not-for-profit rescue group that uses a community-based foster care network to house needy animals, while they receive veterinary care and training, and they are then carefully placed into appropriate homes.
We are a volunteer-run, home-based haven inspired by Hoppy, a brave three-legged, deaf cat who proved that resilience can rewrite any story. Dedicated to animals with complex medical and behavioural needs, we work alongside fosters and vets to give every overlooked life not just a second chance, but the opportunity to truly thrive.
We are a no kill animal rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming sanctuary for cats, dingoes and dogs in the Clarence Valley in Northern NSW which provides adoption and re-homing services throughout Australia.
We are a small, non profit, volunteer organisation, dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and re homing of animals in need. We aim to provide quality care to each animal, regardless of age, disability or breed.
We're a charity dedicated to rescuing and rehoming stray cats, promoting responsible pet ownership, and supporting local community cat carers in Sydney.
We are a small, 100% volunteer-run organisation based in Victoria. Over the past 15 years we have been dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming brachycephalic (flat-faced) animals such as Persian cats, Pugs and French Bulldogs.
We are a small, self-funded rescue, relying on donations and my own savings to continue helping animals in need. Any support we receive means the world â it allows us to keep rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming the animals who need it most.
We are a cat rescue saving 1000s of sick, injured, and homeless street cats in one of the toughest areas. We provide, rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming for cats or kittens in the most dire circumstances.
We are a new animal welfare organisation and registered charity which I personally founded after many years working within the animal welfare/veterinary field. I recognised the desperate plight of homeless animals within my region so brought together a fabulous group of locals and former colleagues with the aim of rehoming as many homeless animals.
We have brought together a fabulous group of locals and former colleagues with the aim of rehoming as many homeless animals, whilst ensuring they are going to responsible homes BUT also wanting to grow and work with matching lonely & vulnerable, community members with pets in need of homes and providing ongoing pet-care support.
We are a 100% volunteer run, registered charity, We focus on proactive support and partnering with incredible organisations like yours is key to supporting animals.
We are a small family run rescue for 40 years, we save mostly cruelty cases ranging from domestic to livestock rehabilitating them & find good forever families if they donât find the loving family they stay with us for life & we help a little with wild life.
15 years working to save, advocate, rescue and record Australian wild horses known as Brumbies from inhumane culling practices. Offering life Sanctuary to any Brumbies that do not settle into domestic life, all horses rehomed are on a boomerang policy and return to care if the need arises.
We a compassionate network dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming homeless pets while promoting responsible pet ownership. Our philosophy is rooted in kindness, authenticity and transparency, always leading by example and striving to make a positive impact on both animals and people.
We are all about improving the lives of Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers and their crosses in need of help. We do this by providing rescue, foster care, education, training support, and adoption into safe and loving homes.
This rescue organisation has been developed to rescue German shepherd dogs of all ages from being euthanised in pounds located across Australia.
We are a fully foster-based rescue group in Perth, WA and run entirely by volunteers. We are committed to the rescue, rehabilitation, rehoming and responsible ownership of Staffordshire Bull Terriers and Bully Breed dogs, including cross breeds.
I help reunite escaped pets, generally new adoptions with their owners and I trap abandoned dumped and terrified animals whose humans have failed them.
We are a not-for-profit animal rescue, run entirely by a small group of volunteers and based in Perth, WA. We receive no government funding so rely on the generosity of the general public to continue to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals in need.
We receive between 30-40 desperate applications for help every week. PMC managers personally engage with every client to direct them to affordable veterinary care options, coordinate care and donate up to $1,000 per case to bring relief and smiles to pet parents, vets and our team every day.
Our rescue works primarily to safely rehome dogs and cats. We receive many requests to take in older dogs who usually need dentals as well as possible desex, vaccination and other surgeries before being put up for adoption.
We do not turn away animals based on age, breed, or condition. We save the most at-risk death row pets, abandoned animals and neglected cases from shelters, farms, and hoarding. Every rescue gets a second chance at life, no matter their past.
We are shifting the needle on pound and shelter intake and their animal management strategies, and encouraging moves away from enforcement and towards assistance, to help keep pets with loving owners.
We are a very small specialised dog rescue based in Perth. We deal predominantly with Chihuahua and Chihuahua cross breeds. These little, often misunderstood dogs require special handling and attention as they do not do well in a pound or kennel environment
We focus and specialise on rescuing, rehabbing and rehoming special needs puppies. Neonatal puppies born differently abled or with illness or injury. We are one of only 4 rescues in the country that specialise in this area of rescue.
We are specifically focused on working collaboratively with the community, community groups, businesses and local councils to reduce cat euthanasia rates, increase reclaiming rates and increase re-homing rates.
We a registered charity and animal rescue organisation in NSW and we save dogs at high risk of euthanasia from pounds and shelters. Our rescue is run by volunteers and relies on public donations to fund its operations.
We are a small rescue in South Australia whose mission is to save dogs with special needs from euthanasia. We specialise in dogs that are deaf and/or blind, but we can also help dogs with neurological issues.
It is our mission to end all unnecessary killings of our feline and canine friends. We provide a safe haven for all the animals surrendered to our Sydney shelter & we help find them a permanent loving, home.
We focus on rescuing abandoned and neglected cats, and those that are living on the streets. Through our network of supportive veterinarians, volunteer foster carers and volunteers, we rehabilitate, socialise and adopt those cats to their loving forever homes.
We work with remote Far North Queensland communities to improve animal and community wellbeing. Since 2022, weâve rescued and rehomed over 300 animals and built strong partnerships with councils and local leaders.
We are a small dog rescue group based in NSW, with over 20 years of on the ground experience behind us. We operate in a unique, family style with all carers, admin and volunteers working together to support our rescued dogs and their adopters.
We do the big surgical cases, the hard ones, the ones people give up on. We have so many animals needing surgery that people canât afford.
We are a small group with a lot to offer. We rescue dogs of all ages and sizes, from pounds and surrenders. We save pregnant dogs, puppies, adults and even seniors!
We are a 100% volunteer run animal sanctuary who not only rescues and rehomes domestic pets in need, but provide a forever home to those animals who most people consider unhomable due to age, health or behaviour
Hear No Evil Australian Deaf Dog Rescue is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming deaf and special needs dogs across Australia.
We are a small rescue group located on the Fraser Coast helping rehome all different sized dogs surrendered to us or abandoned around our area.
We are a small rescue and rely on donations to meet the needs of our dogs. We are breed specific for Dachshunds and Dachshund-cross breeds.
We are a pro-life animal shelter committed to giving cats, dogs, kittens and puppies a future they may not otherwise have. Since 1966, we have been dedicated to the health, wellbeing and happiness of pets in need.
We primarily save rural dogs from being euthanised. We take in over 1,600 dogs a year. We are a not for profit registered charity run solely by unpaid volunteers. We don't have and can't afford a shelter, and our dogs are in foster care all over Victoria.
We're a volunteer-driven organisation rescuing animals from pounds, often just days from euthanasia, and from owners who can no longer care for them. Every rescue goes into a loving foster home, receiving the medical care they need until they find their forever family.
We rescue and rehabilitate English Bull Terriers who come from a variety of circumstances. They are loved and cared for until they can find their forever homes, or in cases where theyâre elderly or have advanced medical needs, they are cared for by the organisation and their foster carer for the duration of their lives.
We focus on the dogs others can't reach: pound dogs days from euthanasia, animals in remote communities with no rescue options and those facing heartworm, illness or injury. The ones who need us most.
Our focus is on prevention rather than cure and we offer free desexing and vaccinations to our local communities in and around Thursday Island and the inner islands of the Torres Strait. We rescue, rehome and rehabilitate unwanted, stray and surrendered pets.
We are a fully endorsed DGR registered with ASIC and ACNC bird and cat rescue. We take in lost and injured birds, stray cats, get cats desexed and hopefully adopted out, and if not, they have a safe home with us.
Our goal is to find companion animals permanent homes. Weâre a foster-based rescue that puts animal welfare at the heart of everything we do. We focus on rehoming, de-sexing and community education.
We are passionate advocates for our feline friends. Our mission is simple yet profound: to provide a safe haven for cats in need, to advocate for their welfare and to find loving forever homes for each and every one.
We have recently had an influx of pounds reaching out to us to help them save animals! Just this past two weeks we have saved and put into foster homes 12 pups/dogs and 10 kittens/cats! We are always looking to work with other organisations to help us help others!
We are a volunteer-run animal rescue charity based in Mildura, Victoria (Sunraysia region). We are focused on improving the lives of lost, abandoned, surrendered and homeless dogs and cats in the local community.
We are a 100% volunteer-run organisation giving homeless cats and dogs across the Sunshine Coast a second chance at life. We put animal welfare first, rescuing and supporting the most vulnerable while promoting compassion and responsible pet ownership.
We are a volunteer-run, non-profit rescue dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming Arctic breed dogs. With incredible volunteers, including one couple caring for 16 dogs, we work tirelessly to give these beautiful souls the second chance they deserve.
We are a closed-intake rescue working alongside local pounds to reduce euthanasia and give cats a real second chance. Every cat is fully vet-prepared, never euthanised for time, and always has a lifelong safety net with us, no matter what.
We are a small, foster-based bird rescue founded in 2020, and since then weâve rehabilitated and rehomed around 800 birds. As the only dedicated bird rescue between Sydney and Brisbane, weâre constantly at capacity, caring for up to 60 birds at a time while advocating for proper care and a future where companion birds are treated as family, not profit.
We are Durong Dingo Sanctuary, founded when we stepped in to save five dingoes from a closing facility, and now a safe haven for dingoes, wildlife, and farm animals. Run by Simon Stretton with the support of volunteers and donors, we continue to protect and care for animals who have nowhere else to go.
We are a privately run, no-kill rescue operating in Cairns since 2012, having saved and rehomed over 2,000 dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens. Every animal is fully vet-prepared and placed in safe, responsible homes, with a lifetime return policy to ensure theyâre never left without a safety net. For those who canât be rehomed, our Sponsor a Pet program provides long-term foster care and love for life.
We are dedicated to rescuing dumped and abandoned animals, making sure theyâre healthy, desexed, vaccinated, and microchipped before finding them loving forever homes. As unpaid volunteers covering enormous costs ourselves, any support would truly mean the world to us at Animal Care Collection Illawarra.
We are a rescue that began in 2021 with one big leap of faith, selling everything to buy property and build a safe haven for dogs in need. Since then, our incredible team has saved over 500 dogs from death row, and weâre still going strong, giving more lives a second chance every day.
We are an animal rescue dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming vulnerable animals, providing urgent support, foster care, and medical treatment when itâs needed most. Through desexing, education, and accessible vet care, we step in with practical compassion to give every animal a real second chance.
We are a 100% volunteer-run rescue in NSW, saving dogs from pounds and private surrenders to give them a second chance at life. As we build our no-kill shelter in Fullerton Cove, weâre working to save even more lives and would be so grateful for the support to help us continue.
We are a SE Qld rescue saving death row dogs, running community desexing programs, and supporting the pets of people experiencing homelessness through our fortnightly soup kitchen visits. Weâre a team that stands up for the vulnerable, but we canât do it alone.
We are a rescue dedicated to giving desexed, vaccinated, and microchipped cats a true second chance at life. Since 2011, weâve rehomed over 4,000 cats and kittens, including rehabilitated strays, helping them find the safe, loving homes they deserve.
We are a vet-led team with over 30 years of experience, committed to making veterinary care affordable and accessible. After seeing too many pets surrendered and euthanised in Victoria, weâre working to support communities and reduce unwanted pet populations for better outcomes everywhere.
We are a rescue dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of injured and vulnerable birds on the Central Coast of NSW, giving them the chance to heal and return safely to the wild.
We are a registered, volunteer-run charity dedicated to saving unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats across the Southern Downs of Queensland and beyond. With no paid staff, we rely entirely on donations and fundraising to continue our work, and we are now raising funds to build our own shelter in Warwick so we can save even more lives.
We are a non-profit animal rescue based in Melbourneâs City of Whitehorse and Manningham, dedicated to giving cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies safety, quality care, and the loving homes they deserve.
We are a long-standing, volunteer-run cat shelter in regional Victoria that has been saving lives for decades. For over 40 years, Ingrid built this haven from the ground up with one simple promise, to never turn her back on a cat in need. We rescue, rehabilitate, and give abandoned and at-risk cats the chance to find loving forever homes, continuing Ingridâs legacy with a small but deeply dedicated team committed to putting the cats first.
We are a Melbourne-based, volunteer-run not-for-profit rescue providing loving foster homes for vulnerable cats while they wait for their forever families. We rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome each one with care, patience, and compassion.
We are a volunteer-run, no-kill rescue saving dogs who were just days away from euthanasia and giving them the second chance they deserve. We provide safety, vet care, and time to heal before finding them loving forever or foster homes, because every dog, no matter their past, is worthy of a beautiful life.
We are Kindly, a 350-acre sanctuary run by two women rescuing, rehabilitating, rehoming, and providing lifelong safety to animals of every kind, including over 55 Maremmas saved from death row. With more than 200 animals now calling Kindly home and thousands already saved, we pour our hearts into this work every day despite being tired, stretched, and short of funds.
We are Highlands Dingo Rescue Ltd, committed to giving orphaned dingo pups a safe, loving refuge after losing their parents to poisoning, trapping, and shooting. Many arrive weak, frightened, and fighting to survive, and we step in with urgent care, rehabilitation, and unwavering compassion so they can heal, grow, and finally know safety.
We are a volunteer-run Western Australian wildlife rescue, dedicated to the rescue, relocation, rehabilitation, and release of our native animals. As a voice for kangaroos, snakes, reptiles, possums, birds and more, we stand for every wild life that cannot speak for itself.
We are a new rescue doing everything we can to help animals in need, already caring for vulnerable kittens while we await our not-for-profit status. With open hearts and big hopes, weâre committed to finding each little life a safe, loving forever home.
We are HVAFARC, an animal rescue devoted to giving forgotten dogs and cats a fresh start, stepping in for emergency and large-scale rescues with vital medical care, rehabilitation, and the promise of a loving forever home, because every life matters and every animal deserves hope.
We are a dedicated team of animal lovers committed to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming furry friends, pouring heart, care, and second chances into every life we touch so they can find the safe, loving homes they deserve.
We are a small, breed-specific NFP volunteer group devoted to rehoming schnauzers and strengthening our community across SE Queensland, championing responsible ownership and working toward solutions that keep dogs safe, loved, and out of surrender.
We are an all-volunteer, ethical no-kill rescue dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs from surrenders, pounds, and shelters, giving over 600 dogs a fresh start since 2018. Powered entirely by community support, we also run assisted adoption, last litter, and outreach programs to keep more dogs safe, loved, and home.
We are The Yellow Door â Rescue and Rehoming, a Geelong-based, ACNC registered sanctuary offering safety to dogs and select cats, small mammals, and livestock, with a special passion for medical surrenders and neonatal care. With decades of combined experience, we handle complex cases with heart and skill, working toward our dream of a permanent sanctuary where even more vulnerable animals can find safety and a second chance.
We are Mackay Pet Rescue, a small volunteer team with big hearts, turning stories of fear and abandonment into hope, one wagging tail and confident purr at a time. With rising costs and more pets in crisis, community support helps us cover vital care and keep giving every furry soul the second chance they deserve.
We are a small non-profit making a big difference for Queenslandâs koalas, rescuing, treating, caring for, and releasing them back to the wild with dedicated continuity of care. From long-distance rescues to round-the-clock support, we do whatever it takes to give every koala a fighting chance.
We believe every life deserves a second chance. Since 2006, we've been placing rescued dogs and cats into loving foster homes, standing by them through thick and thin - even when they're too old or unwell to be rehomed. Our volunteer network is driven by one simple conviction: that rescue work should exist in a world where it's no longer necessary.
We are Express Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc, open 24/7 to rescue, rehabilitate, and release native wildlife, while educating and supporting a community that cares deeply for every wild life we protect.
We provide a second chances to abused, neglected and abandoned animals while healing our community through therapeutic programs. Entirely volunteer-driven and community-funded, we've rescued over 4500 animals and continue our mission on compassion alone.
We give a loving home to the dogs others overlook, with manager Lin living onsite and caring for each one personally. Though small and under-resourced, we're unwavering in our commitment - every rescue here is safe, cherished and finally home.
We are the only dedicated rescue for Bull Arabs across the country, saving dogs from high-kill pounds and giving them a second chance through foster care, medical treatment and careful matching with loving homes where they can thrive.
We believe every animal deserves a second chance, whether they're a gentle cat needing long-term care or a forgotten farm animal seeking refuge. We're committed to rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming the animals others overlook.
For over a decade, we've been giving Melbourne's racing greyhounds a second chance - transforming misunderstood athletes into cherished family companions through expert care and lifelong support.
We rescue and rehabilitates cats, kittens and other animals with compassion and care, giving them a second chance at life through fostering and veterinary support. Powered entirely by dedicated volunteers, we're committed to finding loving homes where every animal can thrive.
We rescue, rehabilitate and rehome Cavalier King Charles Spaniels who've been surrendered, abandoned or neglected across Queensland. Powered entirely by volunteers and community generosity, we give these gentle souls a second chance at finding a loving home where they truly belong.
