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

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Certificate of Appreciation
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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

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Receive updates on your sponsored dog
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Certificate of Appreciation
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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

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Receive updates on your sponsored dog
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Photograph of your sponsored dog
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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

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Receive updates on your sponsored dog
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Certificate of Appreciation
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Photograph of your sponsored dog
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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

12 yr old Toy Poodle

Barbie's 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: In memory of Lance 2009 - 2025   

Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett  

Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Sponsor Bobby

4 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 many years of trialing 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

Gold sponsor: Bonnie Seidel

Gold sponsor: Clare Wright & Josh Cooley

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

Bronze sponsor: Gifting to Tyler Reynolds

Sponsor Charlie

3yo King Charles Spaniel

Beautiful loving Charlie found himself in a difficult situation, his owner passed away, and with no friends or family able to take Charlie he found his way to DRN.  

Because of his severe medical condition he is not able to be adopted, he will remain in the care of DRN where he will be loved, cared for and kept comfortable for however long he has left with us.

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: In memory of Lance 2009-2025

Gold sponsor: Selena Haiser

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Silver sponsor: Linda

Bronze sponsor: Garg

Bronze sponsor: Nickel Kriznar-Smith

Sponsor Ellie

13yo Maltese

Ellie had been surrendered to a pound, we think because of her many medical issues that our vet diagnosed, she entered the sponsorship program in January, 2025.

To update you further (2026), Ellie is now quite deaf and has, over time, been diagnosed with “Glaucoma” in both eyes and “Cushings Disease” which has contributed to her weight and skin problems.  She has had many teeth removed and recently, surgery to remove one eye. 

Your sponsorship helps her receive the medical treatment associated with her many conditions such as; Polytears eye drops multiple times a day, maxidex twice daily, dorzolamide 4 times daily, enucleation for her eye removal and skin care.

Ellie is a very sweet elderly lady full of personality and love.  She will remain in permanent palliative care within DRN and we thank you for your sponsorship

Platinum sponsor: In memory of Webber, 2009 – 2026

Gold sponsor: In loving memory of Lily Bush

Gold sponsor:  Selena Haiser

 Silver sponsor: Anonymous

Silver sponsor: Deb, Lucy, Jersey & William Murray

Silver sponsor: Brittany and Luke.

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

Bronze sponsor: To Monet and in memory of Nellie

Bronze sponsor: Yvonne Hopkins

Bronze sponsor: Zemer

Bronze sponsor: Eleanor Smith

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

Bronze sponsor: Dean Kriznar

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

Platinum sponsor: To my wife Robin McAuley, Merry Xmas

Gold Sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Silver sponsor: Katrina Swane

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

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: Stanley Family

Bronze sponsor: DKL Transport

Sponsor Freddy

18 yr old Jack Russell


Freddy was born on a backyard breeding property, he was fearful of people and would wet and soil himself regularly.  We believe he was rarely handled, and when he was touched it was not with love and respect.

It has taken many years of being patient for him to finally stop biting family and close friends.  Freddy requires a monthly injection to help with pain relief for hip dysplasia.

He has few teeth left, so we feed him soft foods, he loves peas.

Freddy will remain with his current carer due to his age and history.

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

Gold sponsor: Elizabeth Pennings

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

Sponsor Kozzie

8 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

Gold sponsor: Anonymous

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

Bronze Sponsor: Leanne Knight

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

Bronze sponsor: Kim Sanderson

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

Platinum sponsor: Juliana Tsuruta

Gold Sponsor: J King & Family

Silver Sponsor: Cain Beckett

Silver sponsor: Nadia Spurway

Bronze Sponsor: Amy Mayne

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 Tessa

6 yr old Kelpie X Dachshund

Tessa had a challenging start to life which has caused her to be extremely anxious, her foster mum must be within sight at all times.

Tessa also has many behavioural issues that are being addressed, she is a beautiful sweet little girl who requires lots of security, love, patience and time.

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

Platinum sponsor: In memory of Lance 2009 - 2025

Platinum sponsor: Annakin Family

Gold sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Gold sponsor: Xmas gift to Beryl Tunks

Silver sponsor: Luke & Brittany

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight

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.

Gold Sponsor: Brooke Mooney

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Silver sponsor: Lisa Musgrove

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

Platinum Sponsor: Jamie Redding, Clyde St Container Storage

Silver sponsor: Danielle Gulliver

Silver sponsor: Dylan Pope

Silver sponsor: Elise Lane

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight