Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc

Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc is a dedicated animal welfare charity based in Bowen, Queensland, Australia, committed to supporting both disadvantaged people and their companion animals. Run entirely by volunteers, the organisation operates as a no-kill rescue, focusing on the wellbeing of pets and the people who care for them, particularly those facing social or economic hardship. By addressing the intersection of animal welfare and community support, Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc plays a vital role in strengthening the bond between people and their pets in regional Australia.

Home-Based Pet Support Program

Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc’s flagship initiative is its Home-Based Pet Support Program, which assists disadvantaged individuals and families to care for their pets within their own homes. The charity provides essential supplies such as pet food, tick, flea, and worm treatments, toys, and bedding, while also helping to maintain clean and safe animal living areas. This program not only improves the quality of life for pets but also supports vulnerable community members by reducing the stress and financial burden of pet ownership.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc is to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome abandoned and surrendered animals while advocating for stronger animal protection laws and promoting responsible pet ownership. Its vision is a community where no animal is left behind and where people in need can keep their beloved pets without facing undue hardship.

Main Objectives

• To rescue and rehome abandoned, surrendered, or at-risk animals.
• To provide direct support to disadvantaged pet owners, enabling them to keep their pets at home.
• To educate the community on animal welfare and responsible pet care.
• To advocate for policy changes that improve animal protection and welfare standards.

Benefiting Groups

Bowen Collinsville Pet Rescue Inc primarily assists disadvantaged individuals and families, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, adults aged 25 and over, seniors, and families experiencing hardship. The charity’s services are especially valuable for those who might otherwise be forced to surrender their pets due to financial or social challenges.

Types of Services and Activities

• Pet rescue and rehoming for abandoned or surrendered animals.
• Provision of pet supplies such as food, bedding, and preventative medications.
• Community education on animal welfare and responsible pet ownership.
• Advocacy for improved animal protection laws and practices.
• Volunteer-based fostering, with animals cared for in volunteers’ homes until adoption.