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

Platinum sponsor: Nick & Tayla Fallon

Gold sponsor: Anonymous

Silver sponsor: Noreen Brown        

Silver sponsor: Tim Alderman           

Bronze sponsor: In memory of Val Doherty

Sponsor Buddy O

9 yr old Mini Fox Terrier

Meet Buddy, he loved his dad very much, sadly his dad passed away.  He lived with his mum for one year before she to passed away leaving Buddy alone and with no-where to go.

He lived alone for several weeks whilst being fed by a supportive caring neighbour who reached out to DRN to help him. Since entering our care we have found Buddy has a level 5 heart murmur and epileptic episodes.

We believe Buddy will remain in the care of DRN because of his health issues. Your sponsorship contributions will help us pay for his medications, food and equipment.

Platinum sponsor: The Annakin Family

Gold sponsor: Lisa Rossi

Silver sponsor: Alice Carr

Silver sponsor: Whan family

Bronze sponsor: DKL Transport

Sponsor Bundy

17 yr old Maltese X

Bundy is a very handsome beautiful boy, he entered DRN in 2015, his history is unknown to us. Bundy is deaf, resource guards and is reactive around unfamiliar people, pets and situations.  

Bundy has recently changed foster carers (due to personal circumstances which had nothing to do with Bundy), this change has been unsettling for him but in time, I’m sure, he will learn to trust his new dad.

Because of Bundy’s challenging and very unpredictable behaviours, he will remain in palliative care on this sponsorship program, he is not available for adoption.

Platinum sponsor: Leanne, Lance & Timmy

Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Bronze sponsor: In Memory of Anne Leahy

Sponsor Chuck

10 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: Clyde Street Container Storage

Platinum sponsor: Leanne, Lance & Timmy

Gold sponsor: Selena Costello

Sponsor Mitzi (Coffey)

12 yr old Shi-Tzu

Coffey 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.

Coffey 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.

Coffey 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.

Gold sponsor: Cain Beckett

Silver sponsor: Lynn Donnelly 

Silver sponsor: John Burgess

Sponsor Floyd

6 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

Silver sponsor: Caitlin Hayter

Sponsor Freckles

16 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: Carol King

Gold sponsor: Haylee Sinaguglia

Silver sponsor: Lynn Donnelly

Silver sponsor: Allyson Cullen

Silver sponsor: Stanley Family

Sponsor Gus

8 Yr old Bulldog

Gus suffers with chronic skin issues caused by allergies, we are investigating these at present so we can manage his ongoing discomfort and pain.  

We will have more information to come soon.

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

Silver sponsor: Christine Brown

Silver sponsor: The Charge Family

Silver sponsor: Anonymous

Bronze sponsor: Leanne Knight