Don't Forget My Pet Foundation

Don't Forget My Pet Foundation Charity supporting people in need keep their pets.

Particular focus on people experiencing financial hardship, isolation, illness, disability, aging or mental health challenges.

The cost of living is putting pressure on more people than ever. For some, it can mean working two or even three jobs, t...
08/09/2026

The cost of living is putting pressure on more people than ever.

For some, it can mean working two or even three jobs, trying to keep up with rent, bills, groceries and everything that can come with simply getting through the week.

And sometimes, despite doing everything you can, you still need a little help.

There should be no shame in that. Struggling doesn’t always look the way we expect it to and needing support doesn’t mean someone hasn’t worked hard enough.

This is why organisations like Don’t Forget My Pet are so important, and why the partnerships we build with other community organisations matter so much. We can’t reach everyone on our own.

By working alongside organisations like Bayleaf, we’re able to connect with people in our community who are already accessing support and help make sure their pets aren’t forgotten along the way 🐾

We would also like to extend our thank you to our friends at The Yellow Door Rescue, for sharing some of their pet stock donation with us.

A bag of pet food might seem like a small thing, but for someone already carrying the weight of rent, bills and rising grocery costs, it can mean one less thing to worry about. It can help someone keep providing for the animal who has been beside them through everything.

Different organisations, different role, but a shared understanding that people and their pets deserve to be supported through difficult times.

We’re incredibly grateful for the organisations we work alongside and the role they play in helping us reach the people and pets who need us most 💙

🏃‍♀️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🏃‍♀️We’re getting closer to the Geelong Running Festival Half Marathon! On September 20, our i...
07/09/2026

🏃‍♀️ THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! 🏃‍♀️

We’re getting closer to the Geelong Running Festival Half Marathon!

On September 20, our incredible team will be walking 21.1km to raise funds for Don’t Forget My Pet and help keep people and pets together when life gets tough 🐾

Every kilometre walked and every donation made helps us support vulnerable people and their pets when they need it most.

The finish line is getting closer. Let’s do this!

Donate via the links below:
🔗 https://geelongrunningfestival26.grassrootz.com/don-t-forget-my-pet/natalie-carter

🔗 https://geelongrunningfestival26.grassrootz.com/don-t-forget-my-pet/jessica-carter

Geelong Running Festival

🐾 A huge thank you to the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery for supporting our Don't Forget My Pet Gala! 🐾Gre...
06/09/2026

🐾 A huge thank you to the Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery for supporting our Don't Forget My Pet Gala! 🐾

Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery is generously supporting our Gala — helping us raise funds to keep vulnerable people and their beloved pets together, through life's toughest moments.

Every contribution like this brings us closer to a community where no one has to choose between caring for themselves and caring for their pet.

✨ Don't Forget My Pet Gala
📅 Friday 16 October
📍 Mount Duneed Estate
🎤 Featuring comedian Dave Thornton
🎟️ Tickets available now, don't miss out! — https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/event-details/dont-forget-my-pet-gala

Thank you, Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery, for backing a cause that's about more than just pets — it's about people. 💙




🐾 What does Don’t Forget My Pet do? At Don’t Forget My Pet, our focus is simple: keeping people and their pets together ...
04/09/2026

🐾 What does Don’t Forget My Pet do?

At Don’t Forget My Pet, our focus is simple: keeping people and their pets together when life gets tough.

We provide practical support to vulnerable people experiencing times of need, including temporary pet care, pet food, essential supplies and other support to help ensure their pets are safe and cared for.

Our goal isn’t to take pets away from their families. It’s to provide a helping hand so people can access the support they need without having to worry about what will happen to their beloved pet.

There are also some things we don’t provide. We aren’t a veterinary clinic, permanent animal rescue, boarding facility or general pet sitting service and we’re unable to cover every ongoing pet related expense.

Our support is focused on people experiencing genuine hardship or vulnerability, where their circumstances are making it difficult to care for their pets.

Because pets are family. And when someone is going through a difficult time, we want to help keep that family together 💙

The Roles Pets Play During Times of Need 💙When life gets difficult, our pets can become so much more than companions. Th...
03/09/2026

The Roles Pets Play During Times of Need 💙

When life gets difficult, our pets can become so much more than companions. They provide comfort, routine, connection and unconditional support when we need it most.

Our latest blog explores the important role pets play during challenging times and why, for so many people, having their pet by their side can make all the difference.

Because when everything else feels uncertain, sometimes having a familiar face waiting for you at home means the world 🐶🐱

Read the latest blog via the link below:
https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/latest-news

Meet our headline act 🎤Dave Thornton is a Geelong local through and through — Belmont-raised, Belmont High School educat...
02/09/2026

Meet our headline act 🎤

Dave Thornton is a Geelong local through and through — Belmont-raised, Belmont High School educated, and one of Australia's most loved comedians. You've seen him on Would I Lie To You Australia, Spicks and Specks, Sam Pang Tonight, and touring sold-out solo shows across the country.

But before any of that, Dave was just a Geelong kid finding his feet on the local comedy circuit. And when we asked him to headline this year's Gala, he said yes without hesitation — because he knows exactly what this cause means for this community.

This isn't just a comedian showing up for a gig. It's Dave coming home to help us do something that matters: making sure no one in Geelong has to give up the pet who's getting them through life's hardest moments.

Friday 16 October, Mount Duneed Estate. One incredible night — Dave on stage, delicious food, real connection, and a room full of locals backing a cause that changes lives right here at home.

Local boy. Local cause. Let's fill the room for him.

🎟️ Tickets are moving — grab yours now.
🔗 https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/event-details/dont-forget-my-pet-gala
📍

Dave Thornton

Good food can make a difference 🐾Through our partnership with Lyka, we’re able to provide quality nutrition to pets whos...
01/09/2026

Good food can make a difference 🐾

Through our partnership with Lyka, we’re able to provide quality nutrition to pets whose families are doing it tough.

For people facing challenging circumstances, having access to nutritious food for their pets can take away one more worry and help ensure their four legged family members continue to get the care they deserve.

We’re so grateful to Lyka for helping us support vulnerable people and their pets, because keeping pets happy, healthy and by their peoples side matters 💛

Lyka Pet Food

🏃‍♀️21 days to go!The countdown is on for the Geelong Running Festival 💙Our team is getting closer to race day,  taking ...
31/08/2026

🏃‍♀️21 days to go!

The countdown is on for the Geelong Running Festival 💙

Our team is getting closer to race day, taking on 21.1km to raise funds for Don’t Forget My Pet and support vulnerable people and their beloved pets through times of need.

Every step and every donation helps us provide essential care, food and support to pets while their people navigate difficult circumstances.

There’s still time to get behind our team and help make every kilometre count 💛

🔗 https://geelongrunningfestival26.grassrootz.com/don-t-forget-my-pet/natalie-carter

🔗 https://geelongrunningfestival26.grassrootz.com/don-t-forget-my-pet/jessica-carter

Geelong Running Festival

🐾 A huge thank you to Bunnings Warehouse for supporting our Don't Forget My Pet Gala! 🐾Bunnings is generously supporting...
30/08/2026

🐾 A huge thank you to Bunnings Warehouse for supporting our Don't Forget My Pet Gala! 🐾

Bunnings is generously supporting our Gala — helping us raise funds to keep vulnerable people and their beloved pets together, through life's toughest moments.

Every contribution like this brings us closer to a community where no one has to choose between caring for themselves and caring for their pet.

✨ Don't Forget My Pet Gala
📅 Friday 16 October
📍 Mount Duneed Estate
🎤 Featuring comedian Dave Thornton
🎟️ Tickets available now, don't miss out! — https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/event-details/dont-forget-my-pet-gala

Thank you, Bunnings Warehouse, for backing a cause that's about more than just pets — it's about people. 💙




🎙️ A new episode of the Don’t Forget My Pet Podcast is LIVE! This episode, Michelle and Alysha sit down with Christine, ...
28/08/2026

🎙️ A new episode of the Don’t Forget My Pet Podcast is LIVE!

This episode, Michelle and Alysha sit down with Christine, one of our incredible volunteers, to talk about why she got involved, what keeps her coming back and the people and pets who make volunteering so meaningful 💙

It’s a warm and honest conversation about community, compassion and simply showing up when someone needs a little help.

🎧 Give it a listen and don’t forget to catch up on our previous episodes too!

🔗 https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/podcast

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