Pet Stories
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Meet Mittens, a loyal and loving cat who provided constant comfort to her human-mum, Olivia. But at home, neither of them was safe.
Reuniting *Peach with her family
For Peach’s family, being apart from her was heartbreaking. But we kept them connected with...
Enriching and training *Obie
Over the course of two months, Obie transformed into a confident and happy pooch.
Vet care for *Snowy
Snowy required extensive skin treatments for flea and tick wounds, as well as surgery.
Transporting *Bear
We find a way to bring every pet to safety—and home again when their family is ready.
*Skipper and *Bianca
Escaping violence cannot always be planned, but leaving Skipper behind was not an option...
*Alex and *Miso
After years of emotional abuse, Miso is finally safe at Pet Refuge while her family is safely in eme…
*Bronco and *Sonia
Isolated from friends and family, without any support. Until Sonia reached out to Pet Refuge.
*Nylah, *Smokey and *Eleanor
With nowhere to go, that would take Nylah and Smokey, she rang Pet Refuge for an emergency pickup.
*Bodhi and *Amber
A frantic call for help, late at night, asking for Bodhi to be picked up within the next twelve...
*Milo
Milo’s transformation from being anxious and unsociable to outgoing and joyful, thanks to supporters…
*Pumpkins journey
Pumpkin and her mum fought fear and found freedom. Read their brave journey to safety.
*Sage
Sage required a major dental surgery - she is now recovering with our expert team.
*Spud and *Chelsea
Chelsea refused to let her newborn child and fur-baby, Spud, be in harm’s way any longer.
*Burrito
We send weekly updates to the fur-parents of the pets in our care to keep connected.
*Tui's story
Rescued from crisis, Tui arrived terrified, but with care and patience, his healing soon began.
*Hollie and *Winston
After four long months, we recently had the pleasure of reuniting Hollie with her dog Winston.
Transporting *Echo to safety
Echo's human-mum was in the hospital from an assault - we left immediately to pick him up and bring.…
*Ren, *Rosco and *Luna
An unlikely bond between cat and dog siblings, and finding comfort in knowing they are together.
*Remy and *Samson
After heartbreak and fear, Remy and Samson found safety — and gave their mum the strength to heal.
*Olivia and *Sarge
*Olivia bravely shares her story of getting her beloved dog and her child away from family violence.
Words from the heart
The families we support often say it best. Their heartfelt letters are a testament to the life-changing impact of your generosity. These quotes are our way of showing you just how much your kindness means to those you help.