We’re here for one reason:
To create a future where every pet is safe, respected and loved.
What began as a simple idea shared between friends who wanted to create happiness and save lives has united a community of pet lovers who have helped one million pets find loving homes and supported more than 2,000 rescue organisations across the nation.
PetRescue is a national charity organisation like no other.
We've taken on five of the biggest welfare issues affecting rescue pets in Australia:
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Relieving pet homelessness
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Expanding capacity for the rescue sector
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Preventing pets from entering an unsafe system
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Driving reform for outdated practices, and
- Addressing the lack of national, reliable data.
This is the work that sits beneath everything we do. The deep, system-changing stuff that actually improves outcomes for pets and the people who care for them.
How we do it
We mix modern tech and a healthy challenger attitude to create audacious evidence-based programs that make a measurable difference. And because we don’t believe in quiet, gradual change, we pair it with bold campaigns that raise awareness, shift attitudes and put rescue pets front and centre.
The result
Rescue pets in Australia have gone from invisible to irresistible. They’re a mainstream, joyful, proudly chosen option for people looking to grow their families.
You can see the impact everywhere:
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A few things we’re proud of:
PetRescue operates Australia’s most trusted, popular and successful pet adoption platform.
Connecting millions of pet lovers with thousands of rescue pets looking for a home quickly and safely. Literally. 5-6 million people visit PetRescue.com.au each year looking for a new furry family member.
PetRescue maintains Australia’s only national directory of verified organisations.
Every PetRescue member rescue organisation is legitimate and reputable. These are people committed to upholding a high standard of care for not only pets but also the people they interact with, and safety for those who work in and volunteer within their organisations.
We’ve shifted the national perception of rescue pets.
Our bold and tenacious campaigns have challenged outdated stigma and created a transformational shift in how the Australian public perceives them. We see this reflected today with rescue pets being the first option people think of when they’re ready to welcome a pet.
Our innovation is award-winning.
Home2Home, our game-changing remote direct assisted rehoming program, has been recognised nationally for its impact. And it’s only one piece of the innovation puzzle.
We partner with brands that walk the talk.
We’re intentional about who we team up with. From Lyka, to Pet Circle and Everyday Pet Insurance from Woolworths, to Bunnings and Sit Stay Society Wines, we unite with brands that genuinely care, share our values, and are invested in this audacious mission to help pets.
We’ve attracted an incredible team of humans.
From our staff to our volunteer board and advisory committee, we’ve somehow convinced some of the most talented, generous and brilliant people to bring their expertise into the charity space - and stay.