Christmas Giving Trees for the dogs
Supporting our dogs this Christmas
From 1 December, each of our Dogs’ Homes will have a small Christmas tree in reception, for our dog-loving community to share the joy of giving.
While monetary donations are our preference — helping us cover costs, manage food stock levels, and provide for specialised diets across our Homes — we understand many people love to donate goods. Every thoughtful contribution is greatly appreciated and can be placed under our Giving Tree throughout December.
We appreciate the community’s support so much. We simply wouldn’t be here without you! We also love having people visit, but as we are a very small team, it helps a lot if you book or phone ahead if you need assistance, want to take photos, or hope to visit the dogs.
General needs for all Homes:
- Tinned food for adult dogs
- Wet and dry puppy food
- Quality soft treats
- Hard treats for stressed dogs
- Items for licking mats, such as:
- Tuna in oil, spring water, or tomato sauce
- Sardines in spring water or oil
- Meat spreads (e.g., Pecks Devilled Ham, Salmon & Lobster, or Anchovette)
- Baby food pouches (ensure no onion-containing items)
- Cream cheese spread (in jar, not cold/refrigerated please), Vegemite, or peanut butter
Items we do not need or unable to use:
- Broken or soiled items
- Pillows, doonas, sheets, pillowcases, sleeping bags, or bean bags
- Rope toys
- Rawhide or bones
- Short-lived treats
- Beds
Wish list by location:
- Devonport: Polar fleece blankets, dental sticks
- Burnie: Toys (ideally soft toys)
- Launceston: Poo bags, cleaning products (e.g., rubber and gardening gloves, dish and hand soap, sponges), gardening supplies, and soft treats for training (e.g., Smackos)
