Almost Home Animal Sanctuary

28/01/2026

We’re fundraising for Thorpey (and his crew - including the awesome “Chicken” in the picture.) Summer has been brutal!, we are now regularly trucking in water and hay to keep everyone healthy and happy (it seems they love hay & water). We also seem to be providing for the local wildlife who are happy to share with the crew. All donors will be more than welcome to come and hand out hay and fill water tubs (and hang with the crew). Donations can go through PayPal - or message us for details.
https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/9ma2ezOKtR.

20/01/2026

Please be careful who you donate to. The animals need the money, and it shouldn’t line unscrupulous people’s pockets..

PSA

BAWCS has been contacted by a number of community members regarding a wildlife rescue group currently running a fundraiser, claiming to be assisting sick, injured, and fire-impacted native wildlife across our region.

When asked which wildlife shelters this group is working with, questions have either gone unanswered or have been answered inaccurately. One wildlife group recently named has confirmed they have not received any animals from this group.

In addition, reputable wildlife rescue groups that BAWCS works closely with have advised that this group does not have fully qualified rescuers and that their practices are concerning.

A separate comment questioning why the fundraiser’s beneficiary was listed as an individual (rather than an organisation) was deleted, and the person who asked has since been blocked.

Once again, BAWCS urges anyone donating to groups claiming to assist wildlife during the current Victorian bushfire emergency to do your research before donating.

Ask questions.
- Can they clearly explain / list who they work with ie: which registered wildlife shelters?
- Can they provide a receipt for your donation? Even without DGR status, a receipt should still be available on request.
- Do they have ACNC charity status?
- Can they clearly explain where the funds are going, particularly if the beneficiary is an individual and will they be transparent with the public about how those funds are actually used?

If you are not satisfied with their answers, reach out to others, particularly the wildlife groups being named as receiving animals.

Being blocked or silenced for asking reasonable questions is an immediate red flag. Transparency matters when people are asking for public donations.

There are many reputable wildlife rescue groups doing extraordinary work during this emergency (see comments section for a list BAWCS has issued previously).

Those are the groups that deserve your support. Not those seeing an opportunity to take advantage during this disaster for wildlife.

Photo credit: Murrindindi Ranges Wildlife Shelter Inc. Reputable rescue donation details: Account Name: Murrindindi Ranges Wildlife Shelter / Account Number: 159658038 BSB: 633-000
PAYPAL link in comments.

BAWCS 'caring with compassion'

12/01/2026

It’s been a big few days.. Extreme heat, “catastrophic conditions” and smoke haze. Today the crew are “dining out” at a neighboring property for breakfast (ie doing a cleanup) - even little Dre and Tupac have come out..

09/12/2025

The newly arrived orphans met the “Sheep Crew”..

08/12/2025

2 late arrivals yesterday.. They may be small, but already have “Big personalities”…

10/11/2025

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

24/09/2025

Frank is always happy when we get home!!

When you arrive home with the goods 🤣

05/09/2025

An awesome job done by Midnight Fox!! The perfect workwear for running around here.

Your brand. Your style. Your way. 👊

28/08/2025

🌈 Today is rainbow Bridge remembrance day 🌈

Today we remember all those pets who may have left our side, but will never leave our hearts 💕

🌈 Post their photos below 💕

💓 Walking Over the Rainbow Bridge 💞

I felt your touch, so warm, so kind,
The love we shared still fills my mind.
But now I walk a path so bright,
Beyond the clouds, bathed in light.

The pain has faded, I run so free,
Through golden fields, past endless trees.
The sky is painted soft and wide,
A bridge of colors as my guide.

I turn my head, I see you there,
With teary eyes and love to spare.
Please don’t cry, don’t say goodbye,
I live in stars, in moonlit sky.

Each breeze that whispers, each rustling tree,
Is just my way of saying, "I'm free."
Though paws may rest, my heart still beats,
In memories warm, in love so deep.

One day, I know, when time feels right,
You'll walk this bridge bathed in light.
And in that moment, just like before,
I’ll run to you—forevermore.

26/08/2025

18/08/2025

6 weeks have passed and Scruffy is now in for cast removal Rochester Veterinary Practice

14/06/2025

And just like that, Christian decided it was his time. From midnight vet visits and plenty of needles, to chilling on the spare bed - Christian fought hard. He had a terrible start to life but got to see a place that cared and where he mattered. His life was short, but it was big. Rescue isn’t as glorious as most would think. There are bad weeks..and this was one..