Sponsoring a Dog.

If you are unable to adopt or foster a dog then sponsorship can be a wonderful way of helping out a dog in need.  Within Dog Rescue Newcastle you are able to choose the dog you wish to sponsor and make one-off or ongoing contributions.  
These can be as little or as much as you can spare. You can cancel sponsorship at any time of your choosing, you control your payments at all times. 
You can also sponsor a dog as a gift for someone special or make a bequest.  For further information please email us at DRN.sponsorship@gmail.com All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible
Bank details are; 
Newcastle Permanent Building Society BSB 650 000, Account Number: 511885103, 
Reference: Spo, your sponsored dogs name and your surname.  For example SpoRover/Smith
Levels of Sponsorship are;
Bronze sponsorship
  • A donation of $50 to $124 or a monthly donation of $5 to $9
  • Receive information on your sponsored dog
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Acknowledgement of you or your business on the Dog Rescue Newcastle “Sponsor a Dog” webpage for the length of your sponsorship.
Silver Sponsorship
  • A donation of $125 to $249 or a monthly donation of $10 to $20
  • Receive information on your sponsored dog
  • Receive updates on your sponsored dog
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Acknowledgement of you or your business on the Dog Rescue Newcastle “Sponsor a Dog” webpage for the length of your sponsorship.
Gold Sponsorship
  • A donation of $250 to $399 or a monthly donation of $21 to $32
  • Receive information on your sponsored dog
  • Receive updates on your sponsored dog
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Photograph of your sponsored dog
  • Acknowledgement of you or your business on the Dog Rescue Newcastle “Sponsor a Dog” webpage for the length of your sponsorship.
Platinum Sponsorship
  • A donation of over $400, or a monthly donation of over $33
  • Receive information on your sponsored dog
  • Receive updates on your sponsored dog
  • Certificate of Appreciation
  • Photograph of your sponsored dog
  • Acknowledgement of you or your business on the Dog Rescue Newcastle “Sponsor a Dog” webpage for the length of your sponsorship
  • Mention you or your business in the sponsorship album
  • Delivery of a Dog Rescue Newcastle Calendar at the end of the year (If they are available)
 

Sponsor Barbie

11 yr old Toy Poodle

Barbies history is unknown to us, she was left at a pound with little to no information by her owner.

Our vet check revealed many health issues and we believe this is the reason she was disposed of.  Barbie requires medication several times a day by her foster family to treat a heart murmur, sever anxiety and more worryingly, a collapsing trachea.

Barbie will live her life out in permanent palliative foster care within DRN.

Platinum sponsor: Annakin Family                         
                                                                                                                         Platinum sponsor: Leanne, Lance and Timmy    

Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett  

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Sponsor Bobby

3 yr old Staffy X

Bobby was born with a neurological condition which caused him to shake all over and wobble as he walked, he would stumble, fall and trip, in fact he looked like he was doing the time warp, it was terribly worrying.  He has undergone two years of trialling assorted medications and treatments.  Thanks to sponsorship contributions Bobby receives acupuncture therapy each month with positive results after each session.

Bobby loves people and thrives on attention.  He will never be like a normal dog, however he does have a quality of life and is always happy.  We will always be here for Bobby. 

Platinum sponsor: Dianne Hawthorne

Platinum sponsor: Ruby Rhubarb

Silver sponsor: Noreen Brown        
Silver sponsor: Tim Alderman
 

Sponsor Buddy R

14 yr old Fox Terrier

Buddy is a petite elderly gentleman. Sadly he has suffered physical and mental abuse in the past from a child diagnosed with autism and a male adult.

Buddy is to remain with his new foster carer until he passes, he will receive all the love, care, patience and understanding that he will need in his remaining senior years.

Platinum sponsor: Annakin Family
Platinum sponsor: Katherine Clinnick
Gold sponsor: Haylee Sinaguglia
Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Silver sponsor: Christine Brown

Silver sponsor: Wade Lewis and Sherry Chang

Silver sponsor: Caitlin Hayter
 

Sponsor Chuck

11 yr old Bullmastiff

Chuck came to us in October, 2023 from a local pound who was concerned about his welfare. He had severe skin allergies and was extremely thin. It has taken a long time to manage his condition, but since transitioning to a home-cooked fresh food diet, his skin and weight has improved dramatically. Unfortunately, we don’t have special meals readily available at DRN, so we need extra support to help us with his special diet costs.

Chuck is a very loving fellow and is available for adoption, he does require meals specially prepared, a warm bed inside and no cats, he doesn’t like cats, he does love human company though.

Platinum sponsor: Happy Birthday Guy Gimpel, much love, Carol

Platinum sponsor: Leanne, Lance & Timmy

Gold sponsor: Selena Haiser

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

 

Sponsor Ellie

13 yr old Maltese

Ellie had been surrendered to a pound, we think because of her medical issues.  Our vet check revealed she is nearly blind, she is now having eye drops three times a day for this.  Ellie also has Cushings Disease, this has contributed to her weight and skin problems.  In time we will get on top of these issues.  This is where your sponsorship will help her.

Ellie is a very sweet elderly lady and her personality is already starting to blossom.  She will remain in permanent palliative care within DRN and we thank you for your sponsorship.

Gold sponsor: In loving memory of Lily Bush

Gold sponsor: Selena Haiser

Silver sponsor: Anonymous

Silver sponsor: Deb, Lucy, Jersey & William Murray

Silver sponser: Brittany and Luke.

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

Bronze sponsor: To Monet and in memory of Nellie

Sponsor Floyd

7 yr old Bull Arab X 

Floyd found himself as an unclaimed stray at the pound in a state of total shut down. This boy was so frightened of everything that he hid behind his bed, shaking and unable to control his bodily functions. Who knows what trauma he endured in the past.

Initial vet work included de-sexing and dewclaw removal, a second operation on one dewclaw was required when it failed to heal. He also required investigation into a pronounced limp on his right front leg. 

Floyd has been with his DRN foster mum for several years, in that time he has gained self-confidence within his home but still hides and shuts down when anyone visits. Floyd requires monthly adaptil collars and calming medication to assist his fearfulness.

Floyd is wonderful with the foster dogs that come and go, especially young puppies.  He is even beginning to play in his own funny way.
Platinum sponsor: Annakin Family

Gold sponsor: Jacob Wigmore

Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett
Gold sponsor: Georgia & Jye Debono
Silver sponsor: Caitlin Hayter
Silver sponsor: Alice Carr
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Sponsor Franki

10 yr old Pomeranian X

Franki has trust, attitude and behavioural issues – fear aggression. He is responding to his foster carer and trainers, and it will be a long road requiring patience, love and time.
Franki is available for adoption; however he requires a special loving home with lots of patience and understanding.
Platinum sponsor: Annakin Family

Gold sponsor: John Burgess

Silver sponsor: Katrina Swane
Silver sponsor: Whan Family

 

Sponsor Freckles

17 yr old Cattle X


I’m a lovely senior gentlemen called Freckles.  I have many health issues and fears which is why I need to be on the sponsorship program.  

I entered DRN in January 2023 but didn’t join the sponsorship program until May 2023.  I had a lump removed from my back leg which was very successful, and I must take medication daily for a heart murmur. Now I am learning how to socialise and experience new things like chase a ball, I don’t understand that one at all.

As I mature my hearing is deteriorating, but all things considered, I am one very happy senior boy.

Platinum sponsor: The Annakin Family

Gold sponsor: Haylee Sinaguglia

Gold sponsor: Lisa Rossi

Silver sponsor: Lynn Donnelly

Silver sponsor: Allyson Cullen

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Bronze sponsor: DKL Transport

Sponsor Kozzie

7 yr old Blue Cattle Dog

Hi there, my name is Kozzie and I’m adorable.  So why am I on the sponsorship program you ask? I have a big nipping problem.               
My foster carer, vet and DRN dog trainer is working with me so I learn what is right from wrong. I think I will be here for quite a while. As of May 2022 I am being medicated and am undergoing muzzle training.   Your sponsorship will help to pay for the expensive medication and keep me healthy and safe with a full tummy.  
Speaking of which, I’m a healthy happy boy and I do love tummy rubs.  

 I will not be available for adoption whilst I nip everyone.  
Platinum sponsor: Gina DiMaria
Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney
Silver sponsor: Matt Beath

Silver sponsor: Angelina Wiffen Nguyen
 

Sponsor Minnie

13 yr old Fox Terrier X

Minnie is a sweet little lady who came into the care of DRN in September of 2021 with her sister Jinda and mum Mia, Minnie was very protective of them both until they each passed away.  Sadly, Mia passed only days after being rescued and sister Jinda passed away in May of 2022 after experiencing a series of strokes.

Minnie requires regular vet work to be undertaken which is where your sponsorship will make a difference to her life.  Minnie will remain in permanent palliative care within DRN.
Platinum sponsor: Dianne Wheeler
Platinum sponsor: Danielle & Jacob
Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney
Gold sponsor: From Radhika and Matthew Rice in memory of Fudge
Silver Sponsor: Luke & Brittany
Silver Sponsor: Mandy Cleaver
Silver Sponsor: Deb, Jersey, Lucy & William Murray

Sponsor Molly

12 yr old Golden-retriever x border collie

Meet Molly! She suffers from extremely severe allergies.

Molly requires multiple ear treatments a day to help her chronic (and very painful) ear infections. 

Molly's allergies also impact her skin and cause severe irritation as well as bowel issues.

She has lost a lot of teeth and the ones left are damaged due to the constant biting/gnawing for her allergies that she has done to her skin over the years. 

These on-going issues require daily attention and a specific diet to help Molly live her best life.

Molly is a beautiful, obedient dog who loves people and enjoys going on walks. 

Platinum Sponsor: Leona O'Connor
Gold Sponsor: J King & Family
Silver Sponsor: Cain Beckett

Sponsor Mitzi (previously Coffey)

13yo Shi-Tzu x

Mitzi came into DRN with ear and eye infections as well as a severe skin allergy, it was so bad she would bleed as she scratched so much.  After many vet visits and treatments we have a very happy girl.

Mitzi has found her forever home and is very much loved by her new mum.  DRN will be providing her life-long allergy medication to ensure she lives a long healthy and happy life.

Mitzi will remain on the sponsorship program while needing this medication as it is $175 per bottle.  Your sponsorship will be making a difference to the quality of life this girl will continue to enjoy.

Platinum sponsor: In memory of the beautiful Jessica Annakin
Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett
Gold sponsor: John Burgess
Silver sponsor: Lynn Donnelly
Silver sponsor: In Memory of Dexter Domanti
 

Sponsor Pepi

14 yr old Chihuahua

Pepi’s past is unknown, we do know he has severe fear aggression and self protects by biting.  Pepi is not vicious, he is in protection mode which is a learnt behaviour due to years of neglect and torment. 

Pepi’s DRN carer provides him with lots of love, a quiet home and a place to escape to.

Pepi will remain in the care of DRN.
Platinum sponsor: Leona O'Connor

Gold sponsor: Xmas gift to Darren Unicomb

Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney
Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

Sponsor Sally

14 yr old Chihuahua x Mini Fox Terrier

This mum and daughter team were adopted from DRN 7 years ago. Sadly their owner passed away, and police found them after a week of living in the home without food and attention.  The experience has been traumatic for both Sally and Pippa which has affected them.
Our professional trainers are working with our DRN carer and these two little ladies to help them overcome their anti-social behaviours and fears.  We also believe being forcibly removed from their home by police has only added to their confusion and stress.
The vet also needed to extract four teeth from Sally’s mouth, which only added to her stress.
Platinum sponsor: Gina DiMaria

Gold sponsor: Anonymous
Silver sponsor: Christine Brown
Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Silver sponsor: The Charge Family

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight
 

Sponsor Scruffy

11 yr old Chihuahua x Cattle

Scruffy and Snuggles found themselves dumped in a holding pen by family members after their owner passed away. 

Scruffy is a bit of an ankle nipper and suffers from anxiety.  Also has a heart murmur requiring medication costing $90 per month.

Platinum sponsor: Vineyard Escape Tours

Platinum sponsor: Cain Beckett

Gold sponsor: Yvette and Riley

Silver sponsor: Elise Lane

Silver sponsor: Christine Brown
Bronze Sponsor: Heather Jones

Sponsor Snuggles

18 yr old Pomeranian

Snuggles and Scruffy found themselves dumped in a holding pen by family members after their owner passed away. 

Snuggles loves a good cuddle and to curl up on anyone’s lap that is available.

Platinum sponsor: To my wife Robin McAuley, Merry Xmas

Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Silver sponsor: Mandy Cleaver
Bronze sponsor: Heather Jones

Sponsor Tiddles

11 yr old Chihuahua X

This lovely girl was in such bad condition when DRN rescued her due to abuse.  She needed to gain a kilo before she could even be vaccinated.
Tiddles is now a happy, loving girl in her foster home; however she is still fearful of strangers and will hide when someone comes to her house.
Tiddles is in palliative care, and not available for adoption.
Platinum sponsor: Cain Beckett

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family
Silver sponsor: Lisa Musgrove
Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight
 

Sponsor Tiffany

17 yr old Chihuahua

Tiffany found herself in the care of DRN through no fault of her own.  Her mum passed away and there was nobody who could take her into their care, so lucky for her she found her way into a foster carers home to be loved and cared for.  Due to her medical issues, she will remain with her DRN foster carer until she passes away.  Thank you for sponsoring this little lady.
Platinum sponsor: Susan Kilham

Platinum sponsor: Christine, Gary, Chilli and Meow 

Gold sponsor: In memory of my Dad, John Tunks  

Gold sponsor: Christine Creamer
Gold sponsor: Selena Haiser

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

Sponsor Toulouse

12 yr old Poodle X

Toulouse is a very distinguished gentlemen who likes routine.  His dad had to move overseas and very reluctantly had to surrender this beautiful boy to us.  He has settled into life with his new foster family but suffers from anxiety.  

Toulouse has arthritis, a grade 3 heart murmur and battles ear infections.  Your sponsorship will assist Toulouse to enjoy a better quality of life pain free.

Toulouse will live his life out in permanent palliative foster care within DRN.

Platinum sponsor: Susan Kilham

Platinum sponsor: Happy birthday Alison Spinks

Silver sponsor: Danielle Gulliver

Silver sponsor: Dylan Pope

Silver sponsor: Elise Lane

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

  Sponsor Zoe

14yo Maltese X

Zoe came into care after the passing of her elderly parents.  Her special needs meant that she required special care and was brought to DRN.  

Eating is extremely difficult for Zoe, as she was born with a severe cleft palette, meaning that food can get caught and she has a high risk of infection and choking.    

She is quirky and grumpy with a cat-like mannerisms and a behavioural attitude.

Zoe is in palliative care, and not available for adoption.

Platinum sponsor: Leanne, Lance & Timmy

Platinum Sponsor : Annakin Family

Gold Sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Gold Sponsor: Xmas Gift to Beryl Tunks

Silver Sponsor: Luke & Brittany

Bronze Sponsor: Leanne Knight