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Website: dogshome.com. Domestic Animal Business Registration Number: North Melbourne shelter: 001APN

Since 1910, The Lost Dogs’ Home has provided a safe haven to lost and abandoned dogs and cats. Each year, more than 16,000 animals come through our doors in desperate need of shelter and care. For more information about our work and how you can help, visit https://dogshome.com/

29/10/2026

After all this time in the shelter, Pocky is still as sweet as ever. 🍭

Pocky arrived at the shelter battered and bruised from his time on the streets, and he still bears the scars of his previous life. We can't be sure of what Pocky has been through, but beyond his appearance, Pocky is a gentle soul.

Pocky spent time in foster care to rest and recover, and it turns out he is a big fan of rest. He enjoys a slow life filled with simple pleasures like naps, gentle pats and lots of treats. Pocky is named after a sweet treat, and he must have taken that on as a personality trait because he has a penchant for everything creamy, crunchy and edible. While he is an affectionate cat who enjoys pats, Pocky has a tendency to get overstimulated by too much affection at once. Take it slow, offer him chances to move away or offer play as an alternative interaction, and you will be his best friend in no time! 🤝

As part of his veterinary treatments, Pocky was tested for FIV, and he was confirmed positive. FIV is spread through deep bite wounds, so Pocky will need to live an indoor lifestyle to avoid coming into contact with other cats. He's left a life outdoors behind and is ready for all the luxuries the indoors can provide. With a little extra care, Pocky can still live a long, happy life. If you have any questions about how to manage a cat with FIV, please ask our staff when you come to meet Pocky. Many of our adopters have FIV+ cats and can attest to the joy their cats bring them every day.

If you have a quiet space in your home for a gentle, loving cat who deserves all the peace and comfort in the world, come in and meet Pocky at our North Melbourne shelter!

Little Lucius is also available! You can read more about him on our website. 😎

Pocky
ID: 1173056
Micro. No.: 956000019731627
Source No.: BR100738

Lucius
ID: 1175283
Micro. No.: 956000019735010
Source No.: BR100738

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28/10/2026

Animal-lover and all around awesome kid Harley was awarded a certificate of appreciation from The Lost Dogs' Home for the incredible work he has done in our Sit Ups For Strays challenge!

So far, Harley has raised an impressive $1,651 by doing 50 sit ups a day in October to help the 50+ animals that come through our doors daily. Harley also volunteered to complete extra sit ups for other participants to help them reach 50 a day. He even roped the local fire brigade into adding a few extra crunches to their busy schedule. 🚒

As if he hadn't done enough, Harley dropped off some extra toys and treats for our dogs when he collected his certificate. The most special toy, the axolotl capybara, will be reserved for the animals who need extra comfort and support, at Harley's request. We all agreed that this toy should be called Harley, as his dedication to helping dogs and cats live happy, healthy lives certainly inspires hope and comforts us all. We'll have to update everyone on Harley the capybara's shelter adventures in the future!

There are still 4 days left to donate to our Sit Ups For Strays challenge! Visit the link below to donate to an individual or to a team participating in the challenge.

https://www.situpsforstrays.com/

27/10/2026

Conan was found tied to the front fence of The Lost Dogs' Home, Cranbourne, alone, uncertain and confused.

Since then, he has been searching for a forever home with a family who won't leave him behind, and we are certain that they're out there searching for Conan!

Despite his difficult past, Conan is a sweet, loving boy who is a joy to spend time with. He has a curious nature and will happily tag along on outdoor adventures where he can sniff and roll in the grass as much as he likes. Conan is a dream to walk on the lead, but sometimes his curiosity and excitement get the better of him, especially when he meets new dogs. His adopters will be confident handling a larger dog and helping him manage his excitement. Although he still gets a little overwhelmed with emotion at times, this 8-year-old gent is incredibly loyal and just wants to spend time by your side.

On his doggy day out, Conan enjoyed rolling around, plodding along trails, listening to soothing bird songs and snacking on a couple of cheeky hot chips. 🤭 His walking buddy and biggest fan describes him as a 'lap dog' and says he 'loves to rest his big head on your shoulder for full body cuddles.' Take a peek at his A+ ShelterBreak report card written by his biggest fan.

Note: The report card doesn't include her additional comment, 'I'm clearly obsessed with him,' but we think that's important info for you to understand how cool Conan is. 😎

Conan is suitable to live in a home with another well-matched dog and kids over the age of 12, pending a successful meet-and-greet with your human and canine family. Conan still carries some of the anxiety of his past, so he will need an adopter who is patient and understanding that the settling-in process and new introductions need to be taken slowly.

If you can give a loving forever home to a wise, resilient pup, come in to our Cranbourne shelter and meet Conan today!

Animal ID: 1174190
Micro. No.: 953010002784659
Source No.: BR100738

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26/10/2026

Every cat deserves a special treat, especially queens looking after litters of kittens. 🐱

Our shelters are seeing more mumma cats, also known as queens, and litters of kittens coming through our doors. Foster homes are crucial to support the growth and development of the kittens while providing mum a cosy, stress-free space to raise them.

None of these mums or bubs is ready for adoption just yet. If you are ready to bring a new furry friend into your family, you can find our available cats and kittens on our website.

If you have space in your home for a warm, quiet temporary home for cats and kittens, please sign up to become a foster carer this summer. As a foster carer, you will make a tangible difference to the lives of vulnerable animals.

🔗 You can sign up via the link below.

https://dogshome.com/become-foster-carer/

22/10/2026

Pudge is ready to turn over a new leaf! 🍃

Pudge is a 3-and-a-half-year-old British Shorthair with big cheeks and even bigger opinions. This chatty little fellow likes to voice them to anyone who will listen. Adopt Pudge, and you'll have a constant conversation partner. Pudge isn't just a conversationalist, though, he's a big softie. The boy loves love, but he potentially loves snacks even more. Some in the shelter have described Pudge as a 'food goblin.' 😈

Pudge has tested positive for FIV, so he will need to remain an indoor cat, but with the right care, he can live a long and happy life. Pudge will also need an adopter committed to maintaining a healthy weight for him and managing his health requirements. Please chat with our friendly customer service team about Pudge's ongoing requirements when you come to meet him! As an FIV+ cat who is not a fan of dogs, Pudge will need to be the only pet in the household. He would much prefer it that way so he can receive as much attention as one can possibly give a pudgy little cat.

Often, cats like Pudge who have extra requirements are overlooked, but we promise he's worth a little extra effort! If you think you're the right person for Pudge, come into our Cranbourne shelter today to meet him.

Animal ID: 1175201
Micro. No.: 956000015726528
Source No.: BR100738

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21/10/2026

Dollar match day is today! Starting at 10am ⏰

A very kind supporter, who wishes to remain anonymous, has offered to match all donations for 24 hours. This means all donations to Sit Ups for Strays will be matched until 10am tomorrow, 23 October, or until the match pool of $10,000 runs out!

Today, your donation can go twice as far in helping animals here at the Home 💙

You can donate via the Sit Ups for Strays link below (any donations that come to the LDH website will not be met; it's exclusively for the SUFS website).

https://bit.ly/3W3qAxU

19/10/2026

Beach baby Jacko is fishing for a forever home.

Jacko's doggy day out led to a very important discovery: He loves to swim! This boy must be part fish or something because he couldn't get enough of the ocean 🐠. Predictably, all this swimming had Jacko tuckered out, and he spent the afternoon snoozing. It was a pretty perfect day.

Jacko is a 2-year-old staffy mix full of life, love, and plenty of enthusiasm for the things he loves most: water, friendship, and tennis balls. 🎾 This guy loves fetch! He has plenty of energy reserved for playtime and would thrive in a home where he can get plenty of exercise and mental enrichment. Once he's spent all that energy, he's ready to settle down on the couch for a cuddle and a nap.

Jacko may need a bit of extra time and guidance while adjusting to life outside the shelter, but we are sure once he does, he will be the bestest pal you could ask for. We think his ShelterBreak report card sums him up pretty well as an 'Amazing dog!'

While Jacko can gradually introduce himself to other dogs on lead, he is best suited to a single-dog household. He is also suitable for a home with primary school-aged kids or older. Any kids in your home will need to attend the meet-and-greet to ensure Jacko is the right match for your family and your family is the right match for Jacko.

If you're looking to bring this amazing dog into your family, come and meet Jacko at our Cranbourne shelter today!

Animal ID: 1173832
Micro. No.: 956000019733733
Source No.: BR100738

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15/10/2026

Enjoy some happy pictures and even happier words from LDH adopters and their furry families. 🥰

Some of these animals were foster fails; others were adopted at our council adoption events. Some of these families formed years ago; others just a few months. They were all meant to be. 🐾

Each of these animals has a unique story, but they all have the same happy ending of an animal finding their forever home. If you are ready to take on a new family member and create a happy ending of your own, come into one of our shelters to meet your new furry best friend.

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14/10/2026

Take a peek at Erling's glowing ShelterBreak report card and the highlights of his doggy day out. 🌟

Erling has spent 168 days in the shelter, and he was keen to venture into the unknown for a delightful day out. Away from all the noise and stress, Erling enjoyed some peaceful moments in the grass, dipped his feet in the water and even saw a cow for the first time! With the support of his familiar dog-walking volunteer bestie, he did amazingly well in a brand new space surrounded by other dogs, people, bikes, birds and livestock. 🐮

After the positively serene park visit, Erling stopped by a local cafe. He was greeted with a very warm reception from the staff who 'fussed over him' like the very special boy he is. Of course, he had a little snooze in the car on the way back to the shelter.

Erling is one year and seven months old, and for a third of his life, he has lived in a shelter. But Erling is intelligent, perceptive and incredibly resilient. His time in the shelter won't define him or the rest of his life, and in the right home, he will thrive.

For Erling, the right home looks like a home with a fenced yard, active people, lots of play and lots of cuddles. He is a deeply loyal dog who will form a close bond with his family, and we can't wait to see what the future has in store for him.

Erling is suited to a single-dog household with secondary-aged kids and adults. You can meet him at our Cranbourne shelter, or read more about him on our website.

Animal ID: 1169295
Micro. No.: 956000018524053
Source No.: BR100738

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13/10/2026

We are seeking liver treat donations!

As a not-for-profit organisation without ongoing government funding, we rely on donations of goods like treats and toys to give the animals in our care extra TLC and enrichment.

Our staff and volunteers would love more crunchy, tasty treats for our dogs, especially beef liver treats. Anyone handling dogs within the shelter will have treats on hand, which makes them an invaluable resource!

If you are in a position to donate goods, please drop them off at either of our shelters during opening hours, or have them delivered to an address below labelled as a goods donation, depending on the items.

As well as donations of treats, we will accept:
🪀 Cat toys - Wand teasers and interactive puzzle toys.
🦴 Dog toys - Sturdy chew toys and puzzle toys.
🐶Dog and cat food that is unopened and within the expiry date
🐱 Cat food - Particularly Royal Canin mum and baby cat wet food
🛏️ Blankets and towels

Our shelters are located at:
📍 2 Gracie St, North Melbourne VIC 3051
📍 920 Thompsons Rd, Cranbourne West VIC 3977

Thank you for your generosity 💙

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Address

2 Gracie Street
Melbourne, VIC
3051

Telephone

+61393292755

Website

https://dogshome.com/

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