Geelong Animal Welfare Society in Moolap, Victoria, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Geelong Animal Welfare Society

Locality: Moolap, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 5248 2091

Address: 325 Portarlington Road 3224 Moolap, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.gaws.org.au/

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25.01.2022 A further 30 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 05.10.20 - 11.10.20 20 Cats:... Fuji, Bowie, Marley, Billy Bob, Bindi, Joey, Cassius, Molly, Flower, Milly, Humphrey, Harold, Jerry, Astral, Maximus, Miranda, Augustus, Nitro, Chilli & Pawter. 4 Dogs: Buba, Bart, Ralph & Theo. 2 Kittens: Rio & Hadley. 3 Rabbits Batman, Robin & Alex 1 Budgie.

25.01.2022 NEWS | GAWS RECYCLED FASHION & HOMEWARES STORE We're thrilled to announce that our Geelong West, Recycled Fashion & Homewares store will be re-opening! When: Wednesday, 23 September (Tomorrow)... Where: 201 Pakington Street, Geelong West Hours of operation: 11am 3pm, Wednesday Saturday We appreciate your understanding and patience when visiting in-store, as social distancing and additional safety measures will be implemented to ensure the safety of our volunteers and customers. We can't wait to see you back in store!

24.01.2022 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION | MEET HOLLY

24.01.2022 LET'S HAVE SOME FUN | PET NAME INSPO With so many kittens finding new homes this school holidays we thought, why not have some fun and get our community to help with some pet name inspiration! It could be your pet's name, maybe your favourite name you wish to use one day?... Comment below... Lets see how many we can get!

24.01.2022 CONGRATULATIONS | GAWS GRADUATE GERTIE Congratulations Miss Gertie! Our community has spoken and you’ve taken out the title of ‘cutest adopted dog’ in the Geelong Advertiser’s recent competition

24.01.2022 VET CLINIC | DESEX SPECIAL Our Vet Clinic is offering heavily reduced cat desexing prices! WHEN: 23 Nov 18 Dec 2020 ... WHERE: GAWS Vet Clinic [325 Portarlington Hwy. Moolap] HOW MUCH: Males: $50 Females: $100 Call 5248 2091 or email [email protected] to book. As a responsible cat owner, the most precious gift you can give your cat is the gift of being desexed. It truly is. As an animal welfare organisation, we are about to enter into one of our busiest times kitten season. To see so many unplanned litters arriving, it reminds us that it’s time to get to work within our community and help as many cats get that precious gift and get them desexed. Who’s with us? Snip snip HOORAY! Still on the fence? A kitten can start breeding from as young as four months of age. This also means that from four months of age, the urge to roam, display aggression, mark territories, spray and display mating behavior can occur. Desexing your cat also greatly reduces the risk of many diseases and illness such as mammary cancer, uterine infections in females and prostate problems in males. Although desexing at an early age ensures a rapid recovery, your cat is never too old to be desexed. The pre and post operative care may differ but our vet team will be sure to discuss this with you when booking. Ready to book? Now’s the time! Help us get the word out and tag and share this post....

24.01.2022 A further 39 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 26.10.20 - 01.11.20 24 Cats: Gertie, Beth, Berlin, Stella, Leon, Neville, Hugo, Minxy, Bart, Wednesday, Smudge, Clancy, Chris, Wells, Nox, Joseph, Yolanda, Ellen, Teddy, Layla, Patrick, Chickpea, Bellatrix & Molly.... 4 Dogs: Blondie, Sophie, Zander & Jack. 6 Kittens: Corey, Morris, Katie, Minor, Siren & Benson. 2 Rabbits: Baxter & Beatrix. 2 Guinea Pigs: Nero & Rupert. 1 Conure: Rascal

23.01.2022 PET COATS | RECYCLED FASHION & HOMEWARES STORE Ask your pet - Are they feeling the crisp air in the mornings? It's creeping in! Head into our Pakington St 'Recycled Fashion & Homewares' Store to pick them up a coat! Pets welcome in-store for sizing.... 201 Pakington Street, Geelong West Open: Wednesday - Saturday 11am - 3pm

23.01.2022 A further 37 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 31.08.20 - 06.09.20 24 Cats: Gypsy, Lucy, Blake, Charles, Penny, Alby, Neville, Patches, Charlie, Saxon, Charlotte, Maple, Milton, Mistie, Maggie, Angie, Hallie, Kitty, Stella, Fudge, Angus, Benji, Gin Gin & Sakura.... 3 Dogs: Teddy, Benji & Aria. 7 Kittens: Peggy, Edith, Lottie, Percy, Pia, Tasmin & Jackie. 2 Guinea Pigs: Lucy & Nifty. 1 Hen Sylvie

21.01.2022 NEWS | OP SHOP We are thrilled to announce that our Vine’s Road Op Shop will be re-opening! When: Wednesday, 16 September (Tomorrow)... Hours of operation: 10am 2pm, Monday Saturday. We would appreciate your understanding and patience when visiting in-store as social distancing and additional safety measures will be implemented to ensure the safety of our volunteers and customers. We thank you for patience and understanding and look forward to seeing you back in store! 63 Vines Rd, Hamlyn Heights.

20.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | BEBE This week’s ‘fur-real good story’ looks a little different to our usual, but it packs a whole lot of good feel punch! We recently had a stray cat brought in that was found in Leopold. As per protocol, the cat was scanned for a microchip and that delightful ‘beep’ was sounded by our scanner.... This cat indeed had a microchip and upon further investigation, the cat had been flagged as ‘missing’ on their chip. The cat’s owner was contacted immediately and notified that their cat was safe at GAWS. Within 24 hours of being brought in, this cat’s family was on their way to pick up their missing much loved, cat. What a happy reuniting that was about to occur. Okay, you say Isn’t that what GAWS does every day? What is so special about this cat? Well you see, this cat - ‘Bebe’, had actually been missing for over 3 MONTHS! we are so happy to have her home. We had posters up on every pole around Geelong West and checked all the vets and GAWS page every day looking for her. We worked out she had been missing for 3 months. My son doesn’t like sleeping on his own and Bebe always slept on his bed with him so for her to go missing was really heart breaking. We are just so happy to have her home. This fur-real good story highlights many important points of how doing all the right things, made it possible for Bebe to be reunited with her family. Bebe was microchipped, the contact details for her family were all up to date, her family placed a note of Bebe’s microchip that she was missing and the member of public brought her in making it possible for the chip to be scanned. It is very important that if you do find a stray animal, to hand them into your local vet or GAWS ASAP so that there is the best possible chance of reuniting the animal as quickly as possible.

20.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | TOMMY This week we are checking back in on a gorgeous boy named, Tommy. Tommy found himself at GAWS earlier this year and managed to find his happily ever after with the touch of his paw.... Here is what Tommy's fur-mum had to say about their journey finding each other. "After I lost my Border Collie girl to cancer in March, I was heartbroken. It took me about a month to return to GAWS (to volunteer) without bursting into tears at the sight of dogs. Upon my return, Tommy had just found himself at GAWS and in need of a new home. I'd like to say I adopted him, but honestly, he chose me. I asked him if he would like to come home with me, and he leaned in, looked into my eyes, and lifted his paw to my shoulder. I guess you could say the rest is history. Ever since I adopted him, he has proven himself to be the kookiest, cuddliest, goofball of a boy. He loves playing soccer and tug-a-war, his stuffed toys, chasing birds, greek yogurt, raw veggies, and playing with his friends every day at the dog park. My partner and I are so grateful to have him in our life! Thank you GAWS!"

19.01.2022 FINALISTS | CALENDAR COMPETITION - VOTING NOW OPEN! We received over 100 entries for our calendar competition and were absolutely blown away with all of the beautiful images of your GAWS Graduates! Our panel of judges had the hard task of narrowing down our finalists to just 16! Now we need your help to choose the final 13, 2021 GAWS Calendar Ambassadors. Voting is now open via our website at https://www.gaws.org.au//6/2021-graduate-calendar-finalists ... We would like to thank everyone who took the time to enter their GAWS Graduate, they are all very special and we wish we could feature them all. Voting closes 11:59pm Friday, 25 September 2020, so get voting! Good luck to all our finalists!!!

19.01.2022 A further 38 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week Adoptions between 21.12.20 - 27.12.20 19 Cats: Lisa, Lisa 3, Ginger, Gingy, DSH, Pod, Molly, Jake, Romeo, Pen, Penny, Rupert, DSH, Muppet, Zachery, Tilly, Slaterbug, Rosie & Dr Knox.... 4 Dogs: Jett, Harry, Dexter & Mary. 4 Kittens: Ralph, Mikey, Captain & Harper. 2 Puppies: Ness & Lucas. 1 Rabbit Chester 4 Guinea Pigs: Tweedledee, Tweedledum, Pandora & Dimmy. 3 Chickens 1 Rooster.

18.01.2022 SHELTER | DONATIONS We have worked our way through the surplus of all your amazing donations, providing the shelter animals with everything the have needed and we would like to report that we are again accepting donations of goods. We would like to highlight the immediate need of LARGE WARM BLANKETS, to replenish our supply.... Just as a reminder: Here is a list of frequently used items we love: New or in good condition towels and blankets Enrichment items for the shelter animals kongs, large tug toys, scratching posts and treats eg: pigs ears and dental chews etc. Dog (dry food only) and cat food (wet & dry). Please consider brands that provide meat as its first ingredient, any low quality food may upset tummies. Small cat beds & igloos Flat bed sheets (no elastic) Unfortunately, we CANNOT accept the following items at the shelter: Fitted bed sheets (with elastic) and pillowcases Doonas, quilts and underlays Pillows or cushions Electrical items Recycled meat trays If you would like to donate, there is a drop off area in reception at GAWS.

18.01.2022 A further 27 of our animals found their forever homes in the last week. Adoptions between 16.11.20 - 22.11.20 10 Cats: Mumma, Kitty, Quincey, Murray, Frank, Aubrey, Esme, Emerald, Merlin & Cleo.... 10 Dogs: Buddy, Podge, Stanley, Teddy, Bundy, Angel, Daisy, Lucy, Banjo & Lexi. 4 Kittens: Splice, Lissa, Lenny & Larry. 1 Rabbit: Flopsy 2 Pigeons: Alfred & Waldo.

18.01.2022 OCTOBER 4 | WORLD ANIMAL DAY Originating in Germany in 1925, Heinrich Zimmermann organised the first World Animal Day. "World Animal Day aims to raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards across the globe. Building the celebration of 'World Animal Day' unites the animal welfare movement, mobilising it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals."... To our GAWS Community, supporting our mission... Happy World Animal DAY! 'Because every life is precious.

18.01.2022 2021 | HAPPY NEW YEAR Wishing everyone a very happy and safe New Year. We would again like to thank everyone for their support in what was an extremely challenging year. ... GAWS will be open from 10am - 1pm today. Please note: our Community VET Clinic, OP Shop & Recycled Fashion & Homewares store will all be closed.

17.01.2022 FUNDRAISING | CALENDAR COMPETITION Entries for our GAWS 2021 Graduate Calendar Competition are now closed. We have been overwhelmed with the amazing response and so many beautiful entries.... We look forward to revealing the finalists next week. We would like to thank all our Graduate's loved ones for submitting their entries. We are grateful for so many of our GAWS Community supporting us and making this fundraiser possible. Good luck to all our Graduates!!

17.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | ANNIE This week we are checking back in with a Graduate, Annie! Adorable Annie found herself in need of a new home and a fresh start earlier this year and we were put to work to find her match.... It didn’t take us long until we found it and off Annie went try her luck with her fresh start. Like most, Annie had a few obstacles to overcome, but with her committed owner, it looks like she is thriving and we couldn’t be happier for her. Annie's really thrived being a bachelor's dog and she has been able to adjust to city life very quickly and overcome her problem areas. My last dog, who passed away in April was an amazing life companion and it was always going to be tough shoes to fill but Annie's is fantastic and we are bonding very well. She loves her daily walk to Footscray’s busiest dog park on Essex Street, loves the wait to cross the road game, obeying all of her commands on her walk and especially loves her bedtime! It sounds like Annie has really adapted to city life and ‘happily ever after’ sure looks good on her. If you have your own ‘GAWS Fur-real Good Story’ we would love to hear from you!

17.01.2022 MEET ALFIE | AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION Friends, meet Alfie Alfie is a very special 2 year old boy that is currently looking for his furever home. ... Before you all rush out and send us your applications [because - hello gorgeous] he is looking for a unique home as Alfie is hearing impaired. Ideally, his furever home would be one that has knowledge or experience with deaf dogs. He has a lot of energy and is quite clumsy but adores his humans. A home without cats or small children is a must. For more information about Alfie, head to our website: https://www.gaws.org.au/page/75/dogs ID: 51477 Microchip: 953010002739364 Source ID: BR102648

17.01.2022 FUNDRAISING | THANK YOU We would just like to send our sincerest thanks to Bunnings Leopold who have provided GAWS with a generous donation. Their support means so much to us and will assist us in maintaining the grounds of our facility - the facility that provides care for thousands of animals each year. Are you a business that would be interested in supporting a local not-for-profit organisation?... With many initiatives and support options available, we would be grateful for the opportunity to chat with you! Email us at [email protected] for further information.

17.01.2022 VET CLINIC | DESEX SPECIAL Have you booked your cat in yet? If you have...... SNIP SNIP HOORAY!!!... For those that are still thinking about it, limited spaces now available and we want to get as many cats desexed as we can! So snip snip, get to it! HOW MUCH: Males: $50 Females: $100 WHEN: 23 Nov 18 Dec 2020 WHERE: GAWS Vet Clinic [325 Portarlington Hwy. Moolap] Call 5248 2091 or email [email protected] to book. As a responsible cat owner, the most precious gift you can give your cat is the gift of being desexed.

16.01.2022 FUNDRAISING | LOCAL BUSINESSES WANTED Would your business like to be a part of something special and support a great cause? Our ‘2021 GAWS Graduate Calendar ‘At Home’ Edition’ is currently looking for sponsors. Your sponsorship helps ensure that 100% of the proceeds from the sales of the calendars go directly toward supporting the animals in care at GAWS. ... Now, how will we help you? - Your business logo displayed on a selected month, sponsors page and mentions through our socials. - Selection of specific ‘sponsor’ month (subject to availability) - GAWS Certificate of Appreciation For further information and sponsorship options, please email [email protected]. We can’t wait to hear from you!

16.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | RUBY & KEVIN This week we are checking back in on Ruby and her sidekick Kevin, that found themselves at GAWS in October last year. As a ‘bonded pair’, being rehomed together was a must so we set out to find them the best suited home. As you can imagine, it didn’t take us long to do and off this dynamic little duo went to start their new life.... Here is what their fur-mum had to say about them: It's been just over a year now since we adopted our two dogs Kevin and Ruby from GAWS. When we adopted them on Melbourne Cup day in 2019 we had no idea just what was ahead of us. They have been a Godsend throughout 2020 while we have been working from home. Zoom meetings were a lot more enjoyable with Kevin asleep on my lap with his head resting on my desk. And breaks were much more fun when I could go out into the yard and throw the ball around to Ruby. They are both amazing dogs with such different personalities, but are both very affectionate and everyone who meets them loves them. They definitely keep us busy and bring lots of cuddles and laughs to the house. Everyone in my family now couldn't imagine our lives without them. We are all very thankful to GAWS for the hard work they put in rehoming and caring for all the animals that need it in Geelong. If you have your own GAWS fur-real good story, don’t forget to send it through to us, either our Facebook inbox or email [email protected].

14.01.2022 *ALL GONE* - If you know, you know...

14.01.2022 CAT ADOPTIONS | FIV Thinking about adopting a cat with FIV (Feline immunodeficiency virus) just like 'Benji' here? Follow the link to our 'Cat Resources' to learn more about FIV is and how it may affect your cat...... https://gawsgeelonganimalwelfare.blob.core.windows.net//FI Benji: ID 36493 (AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION) Microchip: 956000006280365 Source ID: BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG

13.01.2022 FUNDRAISING | THANK YOU Today we would like to send our sincerest thanks to Coles Leopold! Their amazing fundraising effort enabled them to provide GAWS with a generous financial donation and we are extremely grateful. ... Their support during these difficult times, means so much to us and enables us to continue providing support and care for thousands of animals each year. Are you a business that would be interested in supporting a local not-for-profit organisation? With many initiatives and support options available, we would be grateful for the opportunity to chat with you! Email us at [email protected] for further information.

13.01.2022 VET NURSE DAY | OCTOBER 9 Today we would like to celebrate our wonderful GAWS Vet Nurses and acknowledge the very important role that they play within our team. On behalf of all the GAWS staff, volunteers and all the special animals lives that you touch...Thank you for all you do!... #vetnurseday2020

13.01.2022 SELLING FAST | GAWS 2021 GRADUATE CALENDAR Did you see Mr. October, Graeme, in the Herald Sun today? We've been receiving such amazing feedback about our 2021 calendar and stock is selling fast! We won't be doing another print run, so once they're gone, they're gone!... Don't miss out on your copy of the 2021 GAWS Graduate Calendar. Available for purchase now via our website, at our Moolap facility and our two retails stores. https://www.gaws.org.au/store/products/8/gaws-2021-calendar Thanks to our wonderful sponsors Pure Nest Interiors, Coulter Roache, Paul Kelly Creative, Rockin' Donuts and Coffee, Silver K Art Gallery, Smile Care Dentists, Twinkle Toes Baby Hand and Feet Sculptures, Rosewood Farm Group Pty. Ltd., Pet Nets Victoria Cat Enclosures, Geelong's Local Handyman Service, Jeff Redman Construction, Finley Bakery & Patisserie and Bowcon100% of the proceeds of our calendar go directly towards helping the animals in our care.

12.01.2022 SEPTEMBER 10 | R U OK? The message of 2020 is that there is more to say after R U OK? Now more than ever, this day should be of great reflection and time to genuinely ask the question, and follow it up by listening, encouraging action and then checking in.... https://www.ruok.org.au/ #RUOK?

11.01.2022 A Further 26 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 21.09.20 - 27.09.20 14 Cats: Nathaniel, Tom, Etta, Freddie, Tiger, Memphis, Jelly, Jinx, Leslie, Bilbo, Orson, Storm, Thalia & Sasha.... 8 Dogs: Sasha, Chester, Bentley, Rocco, panda, Alfie, Paige & Bonnie. 3 Kittens: Chris, Luna & Shooter. 1 Puppy: Hazel.

11.01.2022 AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION | BONDED PAIR What could be better than one cat you say? Two cats of course! Meet Hank and Milo! These boys are a bonded pair and we are seeking a special home for them together. If you're looking for your instant ready made family, these two could just be it! ... Here's their story....... Hi, we're Hank and Milo, two bonded brothers who have lived together for around 6 years. We have a love/hate relationship that will keep you entertained forever! We are fiercely independent and will happily sleep all day but regularly come and check in with your patting machines (aka hands) to see if they are still functioning, we just might be a bit shy at first. As 6 year old cats, or 54 year old men in your human terms, we do life how we want. Lot's of chilling out with a healthy mix of playtime fun. We will entertain you with the way we play together and chill together, we will run around like lightning having a ball together, playing with toys on strings or anything that looks remotely fun. Oh and scratching posts, yes please! We would prefer a relaxed household and probably without any dogs or small children. After all, we are the masters of the universe and you are our humans. ******** Hank loves belly rubs and being brushed and will ask for this quite regularly. Hank even likes to be picked up like a baby and have his belly stroked and chin scratched. Won't take long for Hank to make you his slave. Hank sometimes likes a lap cuddle but mostly likes to be right next to you for cuddles. Oh and Hank LOVES his food. Milo on the other hand may take some time to warm up to you and it will be on his terms, a quiet space to get used to you would be best. But once he does he will have you under his spell. Milo loves to sleep on your lap when he wants to and adores attention and pats. Milo is super playful and instigates a lot of the sibling fun but can be a bit shy with humans. Milo may need some quiet time with his food cos his brother is a guts. If these two boys are pulling on your heartstrings and you think you can offer them the home they deserve, please send in a cat adoption questionnaire located on our website, mention their names and email back to [email protected]. Their adoption fee is $150 for the pair. https://www.gaws.org.au/page/76/cats Hank - Pet ID51413 Microchip #956000013003914 Milo - Pet ID51414 Microchip #956000013011270 BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG

10.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | REX This week’s ‘fur-real good story’ is an update on a dog that found his way to the shelter at the beginning of this year. Meet ‘Rex’.... Rex was a young Kelpie mix that needed a home that was going to set him up for success, and that is exactly the home we found him. Here is what he has been up to since leaving us at GAWS though a lovely update sent through by Rex’s family: ‘Rex has made new friends, been to the beach and even sits when asked. It was the family fun day and BBQ at the dog club on the weekend. I’ve bought a 12 month membership and we have already been to 8 classes. Rex's behaviour has dramatically improved but there's still plenty more to go. He is walking so well on the lead now that he and my step daughter won the egg and spoon race!' If you have your own GAWS fur-real good story, don’t forget to send it through to us via our inbox or email [email protected]

10.01.2022 A further 28 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 14.09.20 - 20.09.20 15 Cats: Milo, Orson, Marley, Jake, Chief, Norman, Flicky, Paula, Ben, Bongo, Mara, India, Kovu and Gibson.... 6 Dogs: Snow, Indie, Betty, Hamish, Tucker and Jeremy. 4 Kittens: Scooter, Joshua, Jane and Shelby. 1 Puppy - Wilma 1 Duck 1 Guinea Pig - Patches

10.01.2022 CALENDAR COMPETITION | VOTING CLOSES TONIGHT With only a few votes between some of our finalists, don’t let your favourite miss out! Voting closes at 11:59pm TONIGHT! ... https://www.gaws.org.au//6/2021-graduate-calendar-finalists

08.01.2022 CALENDAR COMPETITION | INTRODUCING OUR 2021 GAWS GRADUATE CALENDAR AMBASSADORS Our 2021 GAWS Graduate Calendar Ambassadors are ... Visit https://www.gaws.org.au//2021-gaws-graduate-calendar-ambas to see if your favourite is a 2021 Calendar Ambassador. ... We would like to sincerely thank everyone who took the time to enter their GAWS Graduate and everyone who voted. We are just so thrilled to see so many of our graduates living their best lives in their forever home. Stay tuned for the release of our 2021 GAWS Calendar next month!

08.01.2022 FUNDRAISING | FACE MASKS FOR SALE We would like to let you all know that GAWS are now a proud stockiest of Good Deed Face Masks with the proceeds of each sale going back to the shelter! Face masks are available for purchase at Reception of our Moolap facility, Op Shop (Vines Rd) and our Recycled Fashion & Homewares Store (Pakington Street).... Good Deed Face Masks are a local business that in the face of a global pandemic, decided to gain momentum providing the public with an item they need while being able to give back at the same time. For every mask purchased, a mask is donated by GDFM to a local in need. https://gdfm.company.site/ Support local and support GAWS by swinging past and getting your ‘Good Deed Face Mask’ today! *more styles available

07.01.2022 FUR-REAL GOOD STORY | COOPER This week we are checking back in with a graduate from 2019. Cooper here not long ago celebrated his 1st 'gotcha day' and by the looks of things, he has had a lot to celebrate!... Here is what Cooper's family had to say about his first year with them: "We adopted Cooper a little over a year ago from GAWS, and couldn't be happier with our boy. He fit in with our family instantly, and very quickly became our loving companion. He absolutely adores my fiance and me, and is extremely affectionate and cuddly with us both. He also shares a very special bond with our children aged 21, 17, and 7. He is loyal and very protective of us and our home, and we can leave him inside whilst we duck to the shops, without fear of him ever destroying anything. He is absolutely perfect, and my fiance says she can't believe she could ever love a pet as much as she loves him. We've taught him a bunch of new tricks on top of what he already knew, and his intelligence just amazes me! He is such a quick learner! Thank you for allowing us to become his forever home. We are absolutely blessed to have Cooper as a part of our family!" If you have your own GAWS fur-real good story, don't forget to send it through to us. We adore updates on our graduates! Send them through to our FB inbox or alternatively, email [email protected]

07.01.2022 A Further 26 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 07.09.20 - 13.09.20 18 Cats: Hugo, Opal, Dacos, Duncan, Zoe, Nutmeg, Poppie, Wesley, Cupcake, Albus, duke, Whitman,Squirrel, Hank, Milo, Carla, Mushroom & Buddha.... 4 Dogs: Alice, Penny, Roxie & Pink. 1 Kitten: Sabrina. 1 Hen, 1 Budgie & 1 Indian Ringneck.

07.01.2022 PHONE SYSTEM | TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES If you have recently left us a voicemail, could you please call us back? Due to technical difficulties, we are unable to access your message.... We appreciate your understanding!

07.01.2022 2021 GAWS CALENDAR | SPONSORS Introducing our 'October & November' Calendar sponsors... Rockin' Donuts and Coffee... "Our fabulous 50's themed van serves the most delicious donuts, filled with Jam, Nutella, or Salted Caramel, along with a beautiful coffee. We have milkshakes, spiders, iced drinks, soft drinks and water. Book us for your next festival, fete, fair, movie night, car show, Christmas carols, weddings, parties yes - anything!" Website: www.rockindonutsandcoffee.com.au/ FB: Rockin' Donuts and Coffee IG: @rockindonutsandcoffee AND Rockin' Twistie Potatoes "DELICIOUS HOT TWISTED POTATOES Served with your choice of our amazing flavours and seasonings. With an awesome tropical Hawaiin theme, our van makes a great addition to any events, markets or functions." Website: www.rockintwistiepotatoes.com.au FB: Rockin' Twistie Potatoes IG: @rockintwistiepotatoes From all at GAWS, thank you Rockin' Donuts and Coffee & Rockin' Twistie Potatoes! Order your 2021 GAWS Calendar NOW as PRESALE is open: https://www.gaws.org.au/store/products/8/gaws-2021-calendar

06.01.2022 2021 GAWS CALENDAR | AVAILABLE FOR PRE-SALE We are excited to announce that our 2021 GAWS Graduate Calendar ‘AT HOME’ Edition is now available for PRE-SALE! Support GAWS by purchasing your Calendar NOW!... Price: $17.00 https://www.gaws.org.au/store/products/8/gaws-2021-calendar PLEASE NOTE: PRE-ORDERED Calendar orders will be fulfilled early in November 2020. Postage and click & collect options available from our Moolap facility. If you choose to click & collect your order you will need to enter code: CLICK&COLLECT when checking out to ensure you are not charged for postage. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors 100% of the proceeds from the sales of the 2021 GAWS Calendar go directly to supporting our organisation to deliver its vital work. Without this support the production of this calendar would not have been possible. @purenestinteriors, @KortniesCake, @TwinkleToesSculptures, @rosewoodfarm.com.au, @Coulterroachelawyers, @rockindonutsandcoffee, @rockintwistiepotatoes, @Finley Bakery & Patisserie, @geelongslocal, @silverkgallery, @SmileCareDentists, @PetNetsVictoria, Jeff Redman Contractors, BOWCON & Jodie Rundle

06.01.2022 DOG ADOPTIONS | AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION Meet Lexi! Lexi is a beautiful three year old greyhound who is looking for her perfect forever home. ... Lexi never quite made it to the racing scene and hasn't really experienced 'pet life'. She is quite shy, but has really begun to build her confidence since arriving at GAWS. Lexi is looking for a new owner that will be patient with her as she transitions to indoor/outdoor life and continues to help her build confidence. It's recommended that Lexi be the only pet in the home and would be best suited to a family that is home more often than not. As Lexi is a greyhound she is not to be rehomed with children under 12, cats or pocket pets. If you think you may be able to offer Lexi her perfect forever home or would like to learn more about her, visit our website or in person at our Moolap facility. You can apply to meet Lexi by filling in and submitting a 'Dog Adoption Application' form online, and a member of our team will get back to you. https://www.gaws.org.au/page/75/dogs Pet ID: 52069 Microchip: 956000005577011 Source ID: BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG

06.01.2022 A further 27 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 29.03.21 - 04.04.21 6 Cats: Hannah, Ruby, Rosa, Gidget, Heidi and Harrison.... 1 Dog: Jane. 14 Kittens: Turner, Fluff Guts, Mouse, Flossy, Mia, David, Hooch, Sunrise, Roo, Bluey, Della, Nelson, Maggie and Poppy. 1 Puppy: Tiny. 1 Rabbit: Misty 4 Budgies.

05.01.2022 CAT ADOPTIONS | LONG TERM RESIDENT Meet India At just 5 years of age India is a long term resident here at GAWS having arrived in November 2019. That's nearly one year and this girl deserves to find her happy ever after before that milestone!... India was surrendered by her previous owner and came to us shy and untrusting of humans. Are you cat savvy? She's still very shy and will run away from you if you approach her too quickly, she may even give you a slap if she feels insecure. India isn't a fan of being picked up or handled so she's needing a home where her owner will give her the time and patience she needs to settle in at her own pace. India loves her food! The way to this girls heart is through her stomach! Although she's known to have put a little weight on since her stay so you'll need to keep an eye on that. India is great with other friendly cats but is showing a lot of confidence on her own too. Perhaps a friendly feline could help her gain her trust in humans. India is scared of noise and new people so she'd need a home without children and too much activity. Have you got the home this girl is looking for? We'd love to hear from you if you do! India's adoption fee is $25. If you think you'd like to meet her please complete a cat adoption questionnaire located on our website and email it to [email protected] INDIA PET ID 32277 MICROCHIP #956000006099467 BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG

04.01.2022 CAT ADOPTIONS | AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION Introducing Gorgeous George! George is a two year old boy seeking a forever home to call his own. ... With his rugged good looks, we know you'll all see the beautiful, sweet, affectionate boy we have grown to adore in the shelter. Gorgeous George is looking for a home without dogs or small children as he has been known to give the occasional love bite. He is active, friendly and would love nothing more than a cat tree to scratch and spend time up high watching the birds outside. As Gorgeous George has a very pink nose he will need to be kept indoors to protect him from the sun. If you’re interested in meeting Gorgeous George, head to gaws.org.au to complete a 'Cat Adoption Application'. https://www.gaws.org.au/page/76/cats Pet ID: 52225 Microchip: 956000012945147 Source ID: BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG

02.01.2022 A further 26 of our animals found their forever homes in the past week. Adoptions between 28.09.20 - 04.10.20 13 Cats: Jonti, Beryl, Gin Gin, Shilo, Minnie, Allie, Grover, Casey, Paisley, Littleone, Jefferson, Bluey and Ramiel.... 6 Dogs: Buzz, Raff, Twiggy, Katy, Eastern and Sophie. 7 Kittens: Bobby, Benny, Bertie, Zuko, Kenickie and Paulie.

02.01.2022 DOG ADOPTIONS | BETTY Betty would like to wish everyone a happy 'hump day' and give a big kiss to anyone out there that needs one to get through the rest of the week! ID: 32264... Microchip: 985111000802315 Source ID: BR102648 DAB-45, CoGG See more