Sweet Paws Dog Rescue Inc

10/07/2025

Rescue dogs aren’t just survivors — they’re quiet warriors with hearts full of grace.

They’ve known fear, abandonment, confusion… yet somehow, they choose love.

Every single time.

Their resilience is humbling. The way they learn to trust again — to wag their tails, lean into touch, and sleep peacefully — it’s nothing short of extraordinary.

Rescue dogs remind us what it means to forgive.

To begin again - to love without condition.

They don’t just fill our homes — they heal parts of us we didn’t even know were broken.

We may rescue them, but somehow… they end up saving us too ♥️

07/07/2025

Sophia gave us a little scare yesterday – she wasn’t feeling well, but thankfully her amazing foster mum Giulia was able to get her straight into the vet. Dr Robert gave her a thorough check-up and prescribed antibiotics and anti-inflammatories to help her bounce back.

This morning, we’re happy to report that Sophia is already feeling a little better. She’s being treated like the princess she is – and best of all, she has big sister Jayda by her side to help with the TLC 💕

06/07/2025

* Thank you for your overwhelming response to our call-out for foster carers!
We are so incredibly grateful to each and every one of you for applying, sharing, and supporting our charity’s request.

We’re thrilled to let you know that we now have enough foster carers lined up.

Ever thought about fostering but couldn’t find a reason why?
Well, here it is ⬇️

Twelve little lives are waiting to leave the shelter — can you offer them a safe place to land?

These beautiful Bichon Frise dogs, ranging in age from just 7 months to 12 years, are in urgent need of foster homes. Before they can be adopted, they’ll need vet checks, welfare grooms, and desexing — but right now, they just need a soft bed and a kind heart.

They can be foster-to-adopt, but will remain in SPDR’s foster programme until fully ready for their forever homes.

We’ll provide:
✔️ Vet care (at our partner clinics on the Mornington Peninsula)
✔️ Bedding
✔️ Food
✔️ Walking gear

All you need to provide is a safe, loving indoor environment.
We’ll arrange a home and fence check, and you’ll need to sign our foster carer agreement before we place a dog in your care.

We’ve already committed to saving 4 of these little souls. We might be able to squeeze in a 5th… but with more local carers, we can say YES to more.

Please only reach out if you’re local and ready to commit.

They’re waiting ♥️

https://sweetpawsdogrescue.com.au/foster/

06/07/2025

What a Day! 🌭🔥

Our Bunnings sausage sizzle was absolutely flat out! We had a steady queue of customers patiently waiting, and we were even taking orders on the go — talk about a sizzling success!

A massive shout out to our incredible BBQ crew:
Sean, Fiona, Carole, Janine, Cassie, Ake, and Judith — you were sensational! 👏
We couldn’t have done it without your energy, teamwork, and smiles.

To our generous suppliers:
🌭 Lindens Fresh Mornington
🍞 Bakers Delight Benton’s Square
Thank you for providing the essentials that kept the BBQ rolling.

To our valued donor partner,
🧼 All Washed Out — your support means the world to us.

And of course, a very special thank you to Ailz at Bunnings Mornington — your ongoing support makes events like this possible, and we are incredibly grateful. 🙏

Thank you to everyone who came down, grabbed a snag, and supported our rescue dogs. Every sausage sold helps us continue the important work we do. 🐾❤️

04/07/2025

It’s a perfect winters day!

Please drop by Bunnings Mornington and say hi, meet some of our team and grab a snag - we’d love to see you 🐾

04/07/2025

Busy Day… But Sausage Sizzle Tomorrow! 🌭

With a full-on day trying to recruit new foster carers for 12 little ones in need (and heartbreakingly, we can’t help them all just yet), I completely forgot to mention—we have a Bunnings sausage sizzle tomorrow!

📍 Bunnings Mornington – 1100 Nepean Hwy, Mornington VIC 3931
🕘 We’re there from 9am to 4pm

If you’re in the area, please come by and say hello—and if you can grab a snag while you’re there, even better! Your support helps us care for the dogs currently in foster, and those we’re preparing to welcome into safety.

Thank you as always for being part of our village ♥️

03/07/2025

Jazz has chosen a new bed… for cats!

But that’s okay — being the tiniest tot, she absolutely loves the cosy security of her little igloo.

Next week, Jazz is off for her final post-op X-rays. It’s been a long 8-week rehab journey after her patella surgery, but everything has gone smoothly so far.

Paws crossed she gets the all clear! 💖

02/07/2025

Molly had a groom!

How gorgeous does she look now?

A huge thank you to Mandi and her amazing team at Dashing Designer Dogs Mornington for always taking such wonderful care of our dogs in care — your support means the world to us. You’re the best! ⭐️

02/07/2025

Name Change News: Jake is now Jordy!

Our sweet little man Jake has had a name change! With his foster sibling Jayda already answering to “Jay,” things were getting a bit confusing for the two J’s. So foster mum Giulia decided to stick with the J theme and chose Jordy — and so far, it’s working a treat!

Jordy is doing really well. He’s eating like a trooper and has even gained a little weight — not much, but every bit counts. His tail is up and wagging, and he’s noticeably less wobbly on his feet since moving to three meals a day.

With his new foster family, Jordy has been one busy boy — enjoying outings to Bunnings, daily strolls tucked snugly in his pet stroller, and the very best part: snuggling up on the big bed, completely surrounded by love ❤️

01/07/2025

Sophia is Ready for Her Next Chapter 🐾
All she needs now… is a home to call her own. 💛

This beautiful, gentle girl has been through a full veterinary workup — from dental work to ultrasounds, biopsies, ACTH stim tests, and comprehensive bloodwork. She’s been given the all-clear for adoption — now all that’s missing is you.

Could you be the one to give Sophia the loving, forever home she deserves?

If adoption isn’t possible for you right now, we completely understand — but please consider sharing Sophia’s story with your friends, family, and social networks. Your share could be the one that changes her life. 🐶✨

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