RSPCA Darwin

22/08/2023

🐾 Meet our sassy 4-year-old tabby cat, Suzie, who is looking for her purrfect forever home. 😻 This feisty feline arrived at RSPCA Darwin with an abundance of affection and sweetness, but after spending 346 days here, she's channeling her inner Grumpy Cat. Don't let that scowl fool you though, underneath that tough exterior is a cat who likes chin scratches when she's in the mood.

🏡 We believe she would thrive best as the Queen of her castle, with no other cats or dogs to share the spotlight (as she is not cat or dog friendly). She's had her fill of shelter life and is ready to embrace the comforts of a home where she can roam where she chooses, and be left alone when she needs her space.

If you're ready to offer a second chance to this fabulous feline and give her the furever home she truly deserves, come into the shelter to meet her. You can view her pet profile here: https://www.adoptapet.com.au/pet/878964

AID: 22364

21/08/2023

🐾 Attention all Darwin residents and animal enthusiasts!

🕕 Please note that RSPCA Darwin will be opening at the special time of 12pm today. Our wonderful staff is engaging in essential canine behaviour training with the experts at Pawsitive K9 Behaviour. Thank you for your patience and continued support as we work to provide the best care for our furry friends. 🐶🐾

21/08/2023

Big thanks to Johnny Cool Darwin, a Silver Sponsor, for supporting the RSPCA Darwin Save the Paws Ball! 🐾

We're on the lookout for more sponsors to join us in making a difference to the animals in the Top End who need us.

Interested in being part of this impactful event? Could you be our Platinum Naming Sponsor this year? Let's chat! Email us at [email protected] for more information.

19/08/2023

🎉 EXCITING NEWS!

🐾 After spending 248 days in our care, we are overjoyed to announce that Humpty (now Soy) has found his FUREVER home!

🏠🐶 Not only does he have a loving family, but he also has a new canine sibling to play and share his adventures with.

💞 Our dedicated staff and volunteers have all fallen in love with this gorgeous goofball and couldn't be happier for Soy and his new family.

19/08/2023

🐾 Help make a difference in the lives of animals!
RSPCA Darwin is in search of dedicated foster carers to provide love and care to animals in need. If you're ready to open your heart and home, join us in this rewarding journey. Together, we can give these furry friends a second chance at happiness.

Go to https://www.rspcadarwin.org.au/foster/ to start your fostering journey 🐾

18/08/2023

🐾 Join us on Saturday 7 October for the annual RSPCA Darwin Save the Paws Ball

Get ready for a glamorous evening filled with compassion and joy. It's your chance to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable Top End animals while enjoying exquisite dining, entertainment, and more!

📆 Date: Saturday 7 October 2023
⏰ Time: 7:00pm - Midnight
📍 Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin

Tickets:
Single $240pp
Table of 10 $2,400

Let's come together to celebrate and support our furry friends. Every ticket helps us rescue, care, and find homes for animals in need. 🏠❤️

🎟 Get your tickets now:
https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/rspcapawsball2023

Spread the word and help us create a night to remember for a pawsome cause! 🐕

17/08/2023

🐾 Help us create space for new arrivals by adopting our special cat flu contacts at the reduced adoption rate of $50 each.

These resilient felines are in need of loving homes, and your support can make a world of difference. By adopting a cat flu cat, you're not only giving them a second chance at happiness, but you're also helping us make room for more cats in need.

Spread the word, share the love, and let's work together to clear the cattery and make way for new beginnings.

Cat flu is contagious to other cats in the same way as a common cold in humans (e.g. sneezing or sharing saliva). If you already have a cat at home, it can be possible for cat flu to spread, but most healthy adult cats only show mild symptoms if exposed.

Come and visit us today to make a life-changing adoption!

14/08/2023

RSPCA Darwin is always striving to provide the best care for our beloved furry friends. To further enhance our knowledge and expertise in canine behaviour, our dedicated staff will be attending specialised training with Pawsitive K9 Behaviour this morning.

As a result, please note that today we will be opening at 12:00pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve the lives of our adorable residents.

08/08/2023

Happy International Cat Day

Maybe it's time to come into the shelter and find a new Feline Friend.

06/08/2023

RSPCA Darwin is closed to the public on Picnic Day, Monday 7 August. We will be open again on Tuesday 8 August at 10:00 for you to meet your PAWfect companion.

05/08/2023

Our early-bird tickets are selling fast with only a handful of tickets left - don’t miss out on a great night of fantastic entertainment, food and drinks and of course, our adorable kittens in the kitty kondo!

RSPCA Darwin's Save the Paws Ball is back!

Tickets are now available for our annual fundraising ball. Get in quick as our $215 early bird tickets are available from today until 6 August (or until sold out). From 7 August tickets are $240pp. This includes a delicious 3 course meal and premium drinks at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade. Why not grab some friends and book a table of 10!

The RSPCA Save the Paws Ball is one of RSPCA Darwin's major annual fundraising and community events.

https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/rspcapawsball2023

03/08/2023

🐾 Thank You Thursday - Jim's Dog Wash And Grooming

Our dogs LOVE Mondays thanks to Dave! It means that they get pampered and looked after while getting ready to find their fur-ever homes. If you're out rural and want to spoil your fur babies with some much deserved pampering, Dave's your man!

Message Dave on his page to book now!
Your pooches will love him as much as ours do 🐾

28/07/2023

Make sure your pets are secure tonight as Royal Darwin Show has their fireworks display at 9pm.

Pets can become frightened by fireworks so keep them safe and secure. Some tips to help your pet through the fireworks tonight:

🐾 Register your pet - ensure that your pet wears identification, particularly a microchip (make sure your details are up to date)
🐾 Allow your animal to come inside your house or provide your pet with a kennel or sound-proof area
🐾 Use comfort items such as pheromones, favourite toys or blankets
🐾 Play music or leave the TV on to create white noise and change focus
🐾 Make sure that your boundary fences and gates are secure and that your pet cannot readily escape through them or over them
🐾 In case of severe anxiety, see your veterinarian for prescription sedatives

27/07/2023

RSPCA Darwin is CLOSED TODAY 28 July for the Royal Darwin Show Public Holiday.

We're open again on Saturday 29 July from 11:00am for you to come and meet your new Best FUR-iend.

27/07/2023

RSPCA Darwin's Save the Paws Ball is back!

Tickets are now available for our annual fundraising ball. Get in quick as our $215 early bird tickets are available from today until 6 August (or until sold out). From 7 August tickets are $240pp. This includes a delicious 3 course meal and premium drinks at DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade. Why not grab some friends and book a table of 10!

The RSPCA Save the Paws Ball is one of RSPCA Darwin's major annual fundraising and community events.

https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/rspcapawsball2023

27/07/2023

🐾 THANK YOU THURSDAY

We would like to thank our technology partners Technology Solutions for keeping us connected! TTS has been a proud supporter of RSPCA Darwin for all of our ICT requirements.

Support a local business who gives back to the community, and tell them we sent you!

20/07/2023

🐾THANK YOU THURSDAY

A huge thank you to Rob From Greener Grass NT for donating his time and expertise to fix our irrigation system in the large run yard for our dogs. Normally at this time of the year it's brown and dry, which doesn't feel great on paw pads. Now, our dogs like Taz (pictured) can do all the zoomies they want!

If you're after someone to sort out your irrigation system, Rob is your man.

19/07/2023

Please note that we are closing early today, Wednesday 19th July for staff training. The shelter is open for you to meet our animals from 10:00-12:30 today. We are back to our normal trading hours from tomorrow.

29/06/2023

HELP - radios needed!

We have checked over all of our shelter radios, and most of them are not working. We will need the radios on in all sections of the shelter to help camouflage the noise from the Territory Day fireworks. This will help make sure that the animals in our care are safe and as stress-free as they can be during a time that is highly stressful for most animals.

You can drop them off to the shelter during our open hours, or contact us to arrange pick up. Thank you from all of our four-legged friends 🐾

27/06/2023

Territory Day is just around the corner.

Some of the animals in our care are already anxious, and the noise and lights of fireworks going off all night can be quite stressful on them.

If you have any large sheets and blankets that you are willing to donate, please bring them into the shelter at 80 Boulter Road, Berrimah before Friday 30th June, so that we can put them up around the shelter.

Thank you 🐾

25/06/2023

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported RSPCA Darwin for our Million Paws Walk. It was a great day, and we loved watching your four legged family members have fun in such an amazing dog park.

We had some amazing stallholders: Jim's Dog Wash And Grooming, Coda Mobile Coffee, Fairy Jill's Enchanted Entertainment, Greyhound Rehoming Association NT, Happy Paws Happy Hearts Foundation and our event partners City of Palmerston.

Thank you to Lia Finocchiaro MLA, Marie-Clare Boothby MLA, and Gerard Maley MLA: Member for Nelson for providing the sausages for our walkers, with proceeds going to RSPCA Darwin.

Thank you to our generous local businesses who donated prizes to help raise money for the shelter: Pawsitive K9 Behaviour, Aussie Pooch Nutrition & Wellbeing, Jim's Dog Wash and Grooming (Moulden) and Ree's Photo Obsessions Darwin Pet Photographer and Natural Vet Nurse.

The morning was a success thanks to all of you. We can't wait to do it all again in 2024.

25/06/2023

Don't forget❗
Territory Day is just around the corner, that means lots of celebrations and of course, those noisy fireworks 🎇

Unfortunately for a lot of animals, fireworks can be extremely stressful.
So before July 1st, make sure you are prepared!

🏠Make sure your pet has a secure and safe place to hide
🎵Consider playing music or a movie to drown out the bangs
✅Ensure your pets microchip details are up to date incase they somehow escape
🗣️Ask your vet about anxiety-reducing pheromone sprays, collars or supplements
👩‍⚕️If you think they may require stronger anti-anxiety medications, book an appointment with your vet to discuss the best option for your pet.

24/06/2023

If you’re in the area, bring your pooch down to Marlow Lagoon for our Million Paws Walk.

23/06/2023

If you’re in the city, come and visit us at the Government House Darwin open day. We are honoured to have His Honour Professor the Honourable Hugh Heggie PSM, Administrator of the Northern Territory and Ms Ruth Jones as our patrons.

We’re here Friday 3.30-6:30pm and Saturday 10:00am-2.00pm.

19/06/2023

Are you joining us this Sunday (25 June) for Palmerston's first Million Paws Walk?

Don't forget to register your attendance. All registered attendees will go into the draw to win one of 3 dog groom vouchers thanks to our FURiends at Jim's Dog Wash And Grooming!

16/06/2023

Update: Thank you everyone for your suggestions. Coda Mobile Coffee have come to the rescue, and will be looking after us on the morning.

We are on the lookout for a COFFEE VAN to caffeinate us at our RSPCA Million Paws Walk on Sunday 25 June from 8:00-11:30 at Marlow Lagoon Dog Park.

If you're available, please reach out to us at [email protected] or comment below.

10/06/2023

Please note that we are closed on Monday 12 June for the King's birthday public holiday. If you are looking for your furever friend, come in to meet them today between 11:00am and 4:00pm, or Tuesday from 10:00am.

06/06/2023

Million Paws Walk is coming to Palmerston 🐾

We had so much fun with our furiends in Darwin that we want to do it all again at Marlow Lagoon on Sunday 25th June from 8:00am (walk starts at 9:00am).

Bring your four-legged family members down for a fun, family day out to help raise funds for RSPCA Darwin. Thank you to City of Palmerston for helping us make this possible.

Register at www.millionpawswalk.com.au/palmerston

28/05/2023

Today has been a big day and it's getting late....but we know you are waiting to see these from Paw'd Photography ❤🐾

Photo collection by Paw'd Photography

28/05/2023

Another quick thank you! 🫶

The RSPCA Darwin Million Paws Walk family is BIG and we could not host this 'fur-filled' community event with out them.

Firstly, our wonderful team of volunteers and staff who support us in every part of todays event. Thanks for the early start on a Sunday morning, the baking, the set up, the pack up and being the last ones to leave. You make this event what it is - AMAZING! 🐾

Thanks to our generous sponsors.......❤️
National Nutritional Sponsors Royal Canin and event partners Rufus & Coco Australia and our friends at City of Darwin, thanks for the SNIFFARI!

Our local sponsors Johnny Cool Darwin , Attitude for men, Westpac, Merit Partners, Shamrock Chemicals and Real Estate Central. We love that you love this event as much as we do!

Last but not least, thanks to our supporters and stallholders. Great BBQ and , thank you for donating the proceeds - special thanks to Rumble🐾. We hope you've booked a makeover with Dave at Jim's Dog Wash And Grooming or Morgan Jim's Dog Wash And Grooming our shelter dogs love it when they visit! It goes without saying you could then book in a photoshoot with Marie from Ree's Photo Obsessions Darwin Pet Photographer whilst your pooch is loving FABulous! Our Happy Paws Happy Hearts Foundation friends joined us today for the first time and we hope you took the time to learn about their amazing programs. 🥰Giggling Geckos we love seeing that giant Dalmatian every year. Thanks to Doug and the team from Core Traffic Control for keeping us safe and Colin from Total Event Services for all that you help us with. Special thanks to Sarah Passalick and Pukanui for being our hosts on an already busy day - we know you came for the treats! 😉

On that note......let's call it a day!

28/05/2023

That's a WRAP!🤩

RSPCA Darwin Million Paws Walk Ambassador, Milly from Hatch Solutions would like to thank all pooches and hooman's who joined in the fun at Jingili Water Gardens on this stunning dry season morning!

Thank you so much for your participation today and fundraising efforts over the past few months, you have helped us to raise almost $20,000!! 👏👏👏

We truly cannot thank you enough. Your support and generosity means the world to us and the many animals in crisis currently arriving at our door on a daily basis.

You may have noticed our good friend Natasha from Paw'd Photography wandering through the crowd this morning. She has captured all the 'kodak' moments from this mornings gathering of fur friends and we will share them with you HERE soon......so keep your eye peeled. The BIGGEST of thanks Tash for donating your time to help us out - you are a star. 🏆

With that all said....it's probably time for a nap after that big walk!

27/05/2023

Tomorrow is THE DAY!! 🥳

RSPCA Darwin Million Paws Walk is on and it looks like it is going to be a perfect dry season morning for a walk with 200 of your closest fur-friends!

If you haven't registered, IT'S NOT TOO LATE!

You can register on the day! Here's all the details!!👇

🌳 WHERE: Jingili Water Gardens
⏰TIME: Registrations open 8am, Walk starts at 9am
🎟TICKETS: Adults $20, Kids $10 and Family $40

https://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/darwin

See you and your Best Fur Friend there!🐾

23/05/2023

Register TODAY to join in the fun at Darwin's BIGGEST DOGGIE DAY OUT! 🐶

We are heading to Jingili Water Gardens on Sunday 28 May
👉https://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/darwin

You don't want to miss it!!

21/05/2023

If you are thinking of joining in the fun at RSPCA Darwin Million Paws Walk this weekend.....your had better check out this SPECIAL OFFER from Ree's Photo Obsessions Darwin Pet Photographer. 🐾

Let's help raise money for RSPCA Darwin

I'm so incredibly excited to announce I am going to be taking photo bookings at this years Million Paws walk, being held at the Jingili Water Gardens.🫶

I am offering 10 minute limited edition session, captured in the cute litter garden of reflection.🤩

From our time together you will get 1 amazing high resolution photo!😍

This is AMAZING value, is for one day only. Ree doesn't usually sell individual digital images, normally sold as a pack of four minimum.

$5.00 of each sale will be donated to RSPCA Darwin! 🔥

⚠️⚠️Pre-Booking is a MUST.⚠️⚠️

Head to www.reesphotoobsessions.com to book your Pet portrait in the park🔥

19/05/2023

If you’re looking for the perfect breakfast spot to bring your pampered pooch, come down to the Darwin Trailer Boat Club for their Breakfast with Dogs Fundraiser. It’s on this morning from 8.30 to 10:30.

DTBC is a dog friendly venue. Come and enjoy the beautiful Dry Season weather with your furry friend.

Full Buffet Breakfast - $25
Kids (5-15yo) - $12.50
Kids under 5 - FREE

Dog Info Talk, Sniffari, Photobooth and many more....

19/05/2023

Woof! Woof! Breakfast with Dogs Fundraiser for RSPCA Darwin is on this Saturday 20th of May from 8.30AM to 10.30AM at Darwin Trailer Boat Club. DTBC is a dog friendly venue. Come and enjoy the beautiful Dry Season weather with your furry friend.

Full Buffet Breakfast - $25
Kids (5-15yo) - $12.50
Kids under 5 - FREE

Dog Info Talk, Sniffari, Photobooth and many more....

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19/05/2023

Foster Friday - Cat Edition

Here we have Felix, Molly and Lionel.

These three sweethearts have outstanding reviews from their foster parents and would love to find their furever homes!

Check us out:
Felix - https://www.adoptapet.com.au/pet/901758
Molly - https://www.adoptapet.com.au/pet/911178
Lionel - https://www.adoptapet.com.au/pet/911078

13/05/2023

Get the gang back together for Darwin's BIGGEST Doggy Day out! 🐶🐶🐶

We are heading to Jingili Water Gardens for RSPCA Million Paws Walk on Sunday 28 May.

It's going to be epic! 🤯

We have Seashells Coffee and Treats joining us to ensure your coffee needs are met and our wonderful volunteers will be hosting a Cupcake Stall......we all need sugar to get through Sunday morning! ☕🧋🧁

Ree's Photo Obsessions Darwin Pet Photographer has a special offer for a Million Paws Walk kodak moment! 📸 Reach out to Marie for more details or to make a booking.

Our friends from City of Darwin are again hosting a BIGGER and BETTER sniffari. It is the perfect place for your pooches to exercise their sniffs! 🐾

Happy Paws Happy Hearts Foundation will have some great giveaways and can update you about the wonderful work they are undertaking in the community with the help of our shelter animals. ❤❤
....and SO much more! 🥳

Make sure you grab your tickets today!👇
https://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/darwin

12/05/2023

MEET BENNY!

If these eyes don't melt your heart, this boy's personality will!
Benny is a super affectionate boy, will love any person or dog that gives him attention.
Benny is currently in foster but is coming to the shelter to meet all of you on Saturday.

Come meet this angel and you will be loved forever!

https://www.adoptapet.com.au/pet/908761

12/05/2023

It’s Superpooch Friday! 🐶

Have you and your pooch started fundraising for Million Paws Walk yet? Don’t stress, with a few weeks to go until the big day, the fundraising op-paw-tunities are endless!

When you raise just $252, you'll receive a top dog bandana for your fur-iend to wear (or you, we don't judge!) 🐾

Plus, you'll feel great knowing the funds you raised will care for a dog in our care for one week.

Register now and start smashing your fundraising goals today
👉 https://www.millionpawswalk.com.au/darwin