While Ticks are always a danger year round in the Shoalhaven with the warmer weather numbers are starting to rise and we are already seeing a steady increase in tick paralysis presenting to our local vets.
Make sure your pets are protected and animals checked regularly. Indoor cats and dogs are not safe either as last year we saw cases where tick came inside on clothes and other pets.
We expect this year to be much like the previous few where tick numbers were in extremely high numbers and were particularly toxic meaning even with urgent vet care many animals sadly did not survive. Prevention is your pets best chance against ticks.
08/09/2025
Meet Sage – Your New Best Friend! 🐶
Sage is a beautiful female Boston Terrier with a big personality and lots of love to give. She's looking for a forever home where she can truly shine.
She’s very food-oriented, which makes her a quick learner and a great candidate for training. Sage is also toilet trained and confidently uses the dog door.
Sage would do best as an only dog or with a calm, relaxed male dog, as she prefers the company of boys. She's currently untested with cats, children, and pocket pets, so slow and careful introductions would be important.
If you’re looking for a loyal companion who’s full of character and charm, Sage might be the perfect match. Send us a message or fill out an adoption application to meet her today. 💕🐾
Adoption Fee: $500
Our adoption fee assists us with the cost to desex, vaccinate, microchip and tick protect and worm prior to adoption. All our animals are lifetime registered in NSW.
Looking for double the love? Daisy and Teddy are a sweet mother-and-son duo who are deeply bonded and are looking for their forever home together. Teddy is a Miniature Poodle x Applehead Chihuahua/Shih Tzu, and Daisy is a Miniature Red Poodle x Shih Tzu. They adore each other and will melt your heart with their gentle, loyal nature.
They can be a little shy when meeting new people, but once they feel safe and comfortable, they absolutely love cuddles and affection. These two are toilet trained and smart enough to use the doggy door on their own.
Daisy and Teddy are known to bark at birds now and then, which only adds to their quirky charm. They’re looking for a calm, loving home where they can stay together forever.
If you're ready to welcome twice the love into your life, then please fill out the application link below. 💕🐾
Adoption Fee: $1300 for the pair
Our adoption fee assists us with the cost to desex, vaccinate, microchip and tick protect and worm prior to adoption. All our animals are lifetime registered in NSW.
Daisy Age: 3 Years Old (green jumper)
Teddy Age: 1.5 Years Old (red/pink jumper)
Sending a big thank you to Berry Dog Grooming who very generously donated half their takings from the dogs day out at the Heads Hotel day on Saturday. Thanks guys!!
A great big thank you to Shoalhaven Heads Hotel/Motel for a fabulous day out with the dogs on Saturday at the Barks and brew doggy day out . Everyone had a fantastic time and it was great to see so many pups in attendance. ❤️
🐶 Meet Zuma - A gorgeous 7-year-old Pomeranian x Jack Russell looking for a loving forever home 💕
This little guy is toilet trained, uses a doggy door, and absolutely adores the company of kids and other dogs. He can be a bit shy when meeting new people, but once he warms up, Zuma will become your loyal shadow. He loves to follow you around the house and wants to be by your side. Zuma is the ultimate cuddle buddy and would love an owner who is home most of the day with him.
He walks well on a harness, loves his food, and will bring so much warmth and companionship to the right home.
Adoption Fee $500
Our adoption fee assists us with the cost to desex, vaccinate, microchip and tick protect and worm prior to adoption. All our animals are lifetime registered in NSW
Are you a Shoalhaven resident feeding stray/colony cats which need Desexing or are you a multicat household in need of assistance with Desexing multiple cats?
Free Desexing is now available on the following link (conditions apply) through phase two of Councils keeping cats safe at home Project.
24/08/2025
Don’t forget!! Barks and Brews Doggy Day Out this Saturday 30th August. 11am - 3pm Come along and say hi to our volunteers and have a fun day out at the Shoalhaven Heads Hotel!
16/08/2025
What better day to highlight our own mini black panther Tips than black cat appreciation day!!
Tips has been with us from the time he was born back in October 2023. Sadly he never seems to get any interest as he is very shy with people until he gets to know them.
Tips would love to find someone willing to give him a try. He even comes with a two week refundable trial period so you can be sure he’s the perfect match before we finalise the adoption. He just needs someone to give him a chance.
Adoption Fee $175
Our adoption fee assists us with the cost to desex, vaccinate, microchip and tick protect and worm prior to adoption. All our animals are lifetime registered in NSW
Can you help!! We are over capacity and in urgent need of a carer for an FIV+ cat that has just come in to care. Looking for a home with no other cats at this stage as we are unsure if he is cat friendly.
We supply all food, litter and medical care. You just provide the love and a home.
Please contact us on the form below or on 0429429885 if you can assist.
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AWL NSW Shoalhaven Branch offers the following services:
- Caring for surrendered animals
- Adopting dogs, cats, puppies and kittens
- Subsidised Desexing Programs for financially disadvantaged people to have their animals desexed
- Fundraising and events
- Building relationships with local Council and community groups to assist with animal welfare issues in the region including our Pets of the Homeless Program.
As AWL NSW branches are run by volunteers and are always in need of new faces to join their dedicated teams. There are many opportunities available to help animals at your local branch, some of which may include:
Donations: Every branch needs donations in order to survive and continue their work with local animals. Contact your local branch to make a donation, or participate in one of their fundraising events.
Events: Branches regularly participate in events to help raise money for their cause. This may be anything from a BBQ at Bunnings to a stall at a local fair. Events are a great way to be involved with your local branch if you can’t commit to set days every week.
Fundraising: You can raise money for your local branch by initiating your own fundraising activities. Coin drives at your school and placing donation tins at your place of work are great ways you can raise money to help animals.
Foster care: If you have space at your place for an animal awaiting a home you may be able to foster through your local branch. Fostering is a great hands-on experience which gives you the opportunity to see first-hand the difference you’re making.
Animal transportation: Sometimes animals in branch care need to travel for appointments and their foster parents or other branch members may not be available to do it. If you have reliable transportation and would like to “help when you can” you can offer your animal transportation services to your local branch.
Admin: Like all organisations, AWL NSW Branches must complete paperwork and hold regular meetings which require minute taking. If you have admin experience you may be able to lend your skill set to your local branch.
Photography: Branches that are involved in rehoming animals always need good photography to showcase their animals in the best light. If you have a knack for photography and a love of animals your local branch may be able to utilise your skills.
