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Leema Rescue, Leema Rescue, Hamley Bridge (2025)

08/09/2025

RIP Hagrid
27/11/2017-04/07/2025
Seven years, seven months, seven days old

Many of our followers and adopters would know our dear Hagrid. Hagrid sadly bloated (gastric dilation-volvulus) in early July and we made the difficult decision to euthanise him.

⭐⭐ We would love you to share your memories of Hagrid. Do you have photos of Hagrid with your Leema Rescue adoptee? Or did you just get to have a pat of this gentle giant when you picked up your pet? ⭐⭐

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More about Hagrid...

While we got Hagrid as an 8 week old puppy, he had health problems from a young age which ultimately led to him having an unusual cycling gait.

However, in terms of temperament, Hagrid was great. He was good with other dogs. He had probably over 100 foster friends in his life. He enjoyed the company of greyhounds - even greyhounds who were supposed to be grumpy and nasty, Hagrid did fine with. There wasn't a single greyhound he didn't get along with. Any dog that didn't get along with Hagrid was a THEM issue, never a Hagrid issue. When dogs had a go at him, Hagrid would looked stunned, and then suggest that they made a mistake. Hagrid wasn't a smart dog, but he was nice.

For rescue dogs with separation anxiety and fence jumping habits, Hagrid would spend 24/7 with them, which helped to settle them until they found a permanent home. For rescue dogs who had some trepedition about meeting new people, Hagrid would meet potential adopters with them, helping the rescues see confidence.

One day, a litter of puppies escaped into the yard with Hagrid while I was at work. I came home to all being well, but I can imagine Hagrid being chewed and jungle-gymmed the whole day. And I can imagine he enjoyed it.

Over the last two years, when the lambs came, Hagrid got along with them too. Hagrid would sometimes spend time in the paddock with the sheep, seemingly just thinking them strange dog friends. We used to joke that the mice in the kennels would curl up in Hagrid's fur of a night time.

Hagrid was a good boy and he is sadly missed by people, dogs, and ovines left behind.

30/08/2025

✨ Feeling so grateful! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing supporters—whether you’ve liked, shared, or simply talked to people about our rescue and the animals waiting for their forever homes. Your support makes everything possible.

Last weekend, I was juggling 3 dogs and 2 lambs in our care and feeling the pressure. This weekend? We have no rescue animals at all—the first time since April!

This is the perfect reminder that every animal we can take in is because others have already found their loving homes. Rehoming animals is at the heart of what we do.

So, from the bottom of my heart—THANK YOU! We literally couldn’t do this without you. 💛

– Tegan

23/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

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"Edam"

Male
Maremma
8 months old

Sterilised (vasectomy)
Vaccinated
Microchippped
Wormed
Heartwormed

Good with dogs
Appears trainable with cats
Good with children (but can be silly/boisterous)
Good with caged birds
Not suitable with stock

Sweet, goofy, funny Edam is available for adoption! Edam is in his playful puppy stage of life. He is affectionate, tolerant of handling, and quick to respond to verbal cues — he is used to going to dog training classes weekly, and he enjoys learning. He’s strong on the lead, but his willingness to take direction makes him a joy to work with. He loves a good game of tug.

Edam has grown up in a home with children and birds in cages. He has been fine with both, though a bit silly with the kids in not knowing his own size.

Edam is used to living as an 'outside dog', but has kept his kennel clean here which suggests he will be easy to toilet train if his new people choose to have him inside.

Edam was surrendered back into Leema Rescue's care due to his barking. Maremmas are a guardian breed and are inclined to bark as a natural breed instinct. Training and stimulation does not change a Maremma's tendancy to guard their property by barking. Applicants must consider the appropriateness of their living circumstances for a dog that is inclined to bark.

Maremmas also need a home that understands their grooming needs and their natural supsicion of strangers as they mature.

Edam's adoption fee is $500, which includes a 2 week trial period. Edam is located in Hamley Bridge.

To apply for Edam, please go to: https://forms.gle/WKe1ktd8Q1xt35tL7

22/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

"Edam"

Male
Maremma
8 months old

Sterilised (vasectomy)
Vaccinated
Microchippped
Wormed
Heartwormed

Good with dogs
Appears trainable with cats
Good with children (but can be silly/boisterous)
Good with caged birds
Not suitable with stock

Sweet. goofy, funny Edam is available for adoption! Edam is in his playful puppy stage of life. He is affectionate, tolerant of handling, and quick to respond to verbal cues — he is used to going to dog training classes weekly, and he enjoys learning. He’s strong on the lead, but his willingness to take direction makes him a joy to work with. He loves a good game of tug.

Edam has grown up in a home with children and birds in cages. He has been fine with both, though a bit silly with the kids in not knowing his own size.

Edam is used to living as an 'outside dog', but has kept his kennel clean here which suggests he will be easy to toilet train if his new people choose to have him inside.

Edam was surrendered back into Leema Rescue's care due to his barking. Maremmas are a guardian breed and are inclined to bark as a natural breed instinct. Training and stimulation does not change a Maremma's tendancy to guard their property by barking. Applicants must consider the appropriateness of their living circumstances for a dog that is inclined to bark.

Maremmas also need a home that understands their grooming needs and their natural supsicion of strangers as they mature.

Edam's adoption fee is $500, which includes a 2 week trial period. Edam is located in Hamley Bridge.

To apply for Edam, please go to: https://forms.gle/WKe1ktd8Q1xt35tL7

20/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

"George" (full white blaze) and "Elijah" (darker face)
Male
7 months old
Tenterfield Terriers

Desexed
Vaccinated
Microchipped
Wormed
Heartwormed
Flea treated

Good with dogs
Untested with cats (inital introductions seem trainable)
Suitable for children 12+ years old
Not suitable with poultry
Untested with stock

Elijah and George are litter brothers who are looking for separate new homes. While both boys have limited life experiences, they are waggy and try very hard to be sociable with all people and dogs that they meet. Both boys have been a home where all their physical needs were well met.

As the boys are used to having constant dog companionship, they are most suitable to a home with another dog friend, or to a home where they have human company most of the time.

In their new foster placements, George has shown his interest in toys and playing fetch. Elijah has quickly made friends with another small dog in the household.

The pair haven't had a lot of experience with children and so we recommend them as best suited to a home with older children, or no children at all.

Neither boy are lead trained or toilet trained, and so will need a home who is patient in teaching Elijah or George these types of skills. They also both struggle with car travel, getting sick on car rides, so they're not suited to caravanners! Unless time is spent on habituating them to car travel first.

George is located in Hamley Bridge, South Australia, and Elijah is located in Holden Hill, South Australia. Their adoption fee is $600 each and this comes with a two week trial period. We are willing to consider interstate homes.

We appreciate your interest in Elijah and George and we look forward to learning about your home from this adoption application. We encourage you to write extensively in each field:
https://forms.gle/ubD5a28D6nHvELQq8

19/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

"Camzi"
Female
Dorper x
2 weeks old

Good with other lambs
Some exposure to dogs

Camzi came into the world a little earlier than expected, but she hasn’t let that hold her back for a moment. At just two weeks old, she’s still tiiiiiny—one of the smallest lambs in care—but she eats well and has shown a strong will to thrive.

She has a unique, quirky charm with her little gremlin face and tiny eyes that make her stand out from the crowd. Camzi has already made friends, especially with Birdeeleigh, and she enjoys her gentle companionship. Despite her size, she’s full of personality and determination—a true little survivor.

While Camzi is doing beautifully at the moment, it’s important for adopters to understand that premature lambs can sometimes experience setbacks later in life. She will need a home that can provide her with the same attentive care and love that has helped her flourish so far.

She is bottle-fed and will come with her own bottle and formula to help her settle into her new home.

Camzi is looking for a pet-only home (no breeding, no meat) where her quirks will be loved and her needs properly met — including drenching, vaccinations, quality feed, safe fencing, and access to a sheep-savvy vet.

If you’re looking for a special little lamb with an enormous spirit, Camzi might just be the one to steal your heart.

Camzi is located in Hamley Bridge and her adoption fee is

18/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

"Elijah" (Photographed)
Male
7 months old
Tenterfield Terriers

Desexed
Vaccinated
Microchipped
Wormed
Heartwormed
Flea treated

Good with dogs
Untested with cats (inital introductions seem trainable)
Suitable for children 12+ years old
Not suitable with poultry
Untested with stock

Elijah and George are litter brothers who are looking for separate new homes. While both boys have limited life experiences, they are waggy and try very hard to be sociable with all people and dogs that they meet. Both boys have been a home where all their physical needs were well met.

As the boys are used to having constant dog companionship, they are most suitable to a home with another dog friend, or to a home where they have human company most of the time.

In their new foster placements, George has shown his interest in toys and playing fetch. Elijah has quickly made friends with another small dog in the household.

The pair haven't had a lot of experience with children and so we recommend them as best suited to a home with older children, or no children at all.

Neither boy are lead trained or toilet trained, and so will need a home who is patient in teaching Elijah or George these types of skills. They also both struggle with car travel, getting sick on car rides, so they're not suited to caravanners! Unless time is spent on habituating them to car travel first.

George is located in Hamley Bridge, South Australia, and Elijah is located in Holden Hill, South Australia. Their adoption fee is $600 each and this comes with a two week trial period. We are willing to consider interstate homes.

We appreciate your interest in Elijah and George and we look forward to learning about your home from this adoption application. We encourage you to write extensively in each field:
https://forms.gle/ubD5a28D6nHvELQq8

18/08/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

"George" (Photographed)
Male
7 months old
Tenterfield Terriers

Desexed
Vaccinated
Microchipped
Wormed
Heartwormed
Flea treated

Good with dogs
Untested with cats (inital introductions seem trainable)
Suitable for children 12+ years old
Not suitable with poultry
Untested with stock

Elijah and George are litter brothers who are looking for separate new homes. While both boys have limited life experiences, they are waggy and try very hard to be sociable with all people and dogs that they meet. Both boys have been a home where all their physical needs were well met.

As the boys are used to having constant dog companionship, they are most suitable to a home with another dog friend, or to a home where they have human company most of the time.

In their new foster placements, George has shown his interest in toys and playing fetch. Elijah has quickly made friends with another small dog in the household.

The pair haven't had a lot of experience with children and so we recommend them as best suited to a home with older children, or no children at all.

Neither boy are lead trained or toilet trained, and so will need a home who is patient in teaching Elijah or George these types of skills. They also both struggle with car travel, getting sick on car rides, so they're not suited to caravanners! Unless time is spent on habituating them to car travel first.

George is located in Hamley Bridge, South Australia, and Elijah is located in Holden Hill, South Australia. Their adoption fee is $600 each and this comes with a two week trial period. We are willing to consider interstate homes.

We appreciate your interest in Elijah and George and we look forward to learning about your home from this adoption application. We encourage you to write extensively in each field:
https://forms.gle/ubD5a28D6nHvELQq8

28/07/2025

LAMB UPDATE!
Where your donations are going...
https://gofund.me/5d05b7bb

Thank you, everyone, for your donations — we’re so grateful for your help.

We currently have two very sick lambs in care.

🌿 MINISTER came into care after his mother died. The farmer observed him staying by her body for days. In that time, his tiny body took a hammering. When we brought him in two weeks ago, he was clearly unwell. Minister has since battled coccidia, elevated liver enzymes, and a large abscess that’s affected his ability to walk.

Today, he’s moving better than he has all week! But the abscess is still oozing pus, so Minister returned to the vet today for another flush and a new round of antibiotics.

❄️ KERSTY was found soon after birth by an attentive farmer. She was already hypothermic and fitting. She’s never had a strong suckle reflex—and last week, it disappeared entirely. Kersty spent three nights in hospital on IV fluids and supportive care. She still struggles to suckle, but she has some understanding and is trying. She’s now back home, recovering beside Minister in our lamb ICU (also known as the spare bedroom).

(Photos attached show Kersty on the day she was admitted at the vet, and a photo from her time at the vet!)

In just seven days, Minister and Kersty have cost $1,797 in vet fees alone—not including formula, nappies, bedding, or even the electricity to run their heater.

🐑 Your donations make this care possible. Thank you for helping give lambs like Minister and Kersty a fighting chance.

With gratitude,
Tegan & Jesse
Leema Rescue

https://gofund.me/5d05b7bb

26/07/2025

AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Double Trouble (and Double the Joy): Meet Keren & Lowmax

Keren
Female
2 weeks old
White Suffolk x Merino

Lowmax
Male
3 weeks old
Dorper

Looking to add a little spice, bounce, and bottle-chugging chaos to your life? Look no further than Keren and Lowmax, two best mates with big personalities and even bigger appetites for fun. These confident, quirky lambs are ready to rumble their way into the heart of the right forever home.

🐑 Keren – The Queen of Milk
Keren is a White Suffolk x Merino with strong opinions and a signature hairdo to match. She’s assertive, full of character, and absolutely unapologetic about how much she loves her milk. If you’re not quick enough with the bottle, she’ll happily remind you — by enthusiastically pounding you until the goods are delivered. Keren is in excellent health, has no ongoing issues, and is a reliable, solid little lamb who knows exactly what she wants and how to get it.

🐑 Lowmax – The Popcorn Rocket
Also known as just Max, Lowmax is a Dorper with a personality as bold as his name. This little guy has one speed: MAX. He’s busy, playful, hilarious, and prone to surprise you with spontaneous popcorns across the paddock. Lowmax has had entropion surgery (a minor eyelid issue) and is currently on medication for the next few weeks, but otherwise he’s thriving. His eyes are not anticipated ot be an ongoing issue. His orange spots are likely to fade over time, but his chaotic charm is here to stay.

Keren and Lowmax are both bottle-fed and will come with their own bottles and formula to help them settle into their new home. They’d love to be adopted together — not just because they’re well matched in energy and confidence, but because they’ve formed a solid little friendship.

They’re looking for a pet-only home (no breeding, no meat) where their antics will be celebrated and their needs properly met — including drenching, vaccinations, quality feed, safe fencing, and access to a sheep-savvy vet.

If you’re ready to welcome a dynamic duo who’ll make you laugh daily and love fiercely, Keren and Lowmax might just be your perfect pair.

The pair's adoption fee is

21/07/2025

🐑💔 Meet Minister — Our Littlest Fighter 💔🐑

Minister is just 3 weeks old, but he’s already been through more than most animals face in a lifetime.

He came into Leema Rescue’s care last Monday and since then has needed:
🔹 3 vet visits
🔹 Treatment for an abscess
🔹 Support for ongoing abdominal discomfort
🔹 Bloodwork that shows he’s unwell—but offers few clear answers

Despite everything, Minister continues to drink his milk, gently nuzzle his carers, and show us glimpses of hope through his sweet, stoic little nature. 💛

His vet care in just one week has already passed $1000—and he's not out of the woods yet. With him, our total lamb rescue costs this season (since April) have now topped $5000. Minister is one of four lambs currently in our care.

We never give up on animals who want to fight—and Minister still does. But we can’t do this without your help.

💸 If you’re able to donate, please click here:
👉 https://gofund.me/5d05b7bb

Every dollar helps us buy life-saving formula, afford vet visits, and keep lambs like Minister warm, safe, and loved.

🔁 If you can’t donate, please consider sharing this post.
A like or comment also helps boost visibility and brings more support to our work.

Thank you for standing with us—and with Minister. He’s holding on. So we’re holding on, too. 🐾

Photo description: Shows a white lamb laying on a towel at a vet clinic. He is looking directly at the camera, with ears out to the side and his forelegs folded underneath him. He is laying on a fawn towel with tufts of wool around him (where he has been shaved for a blood draw, though his shaved patch isn't visible).

15/07/2025

We've had a couple of sickly lambs this week, and we've had to buy another bag of milk powder. Our costs for lambies this season is now $4205. We appreciate those who contine to support our work: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-orphaned-lambs-like-hannah-survive-and-thrive

Pictured is Minister, the poorly boy who entered our care last night and saw the vet today.

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