Don't Forget My Pet Foundation

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

We are so excited to have you as part of the night xoxox

🎸🎤 TODAY'S THE DAY – OUR BIGGEST GIG YET! 💙💛

Tonight, our incredible LIMITLESS music group takes the stage at the Don't Forget My Pet Foundation Gala at Mount Duneed Estate! 🐾🎶

We've been working towards this for MONTHS! Rehearsing, performing gigs all around Geelong, building our act, growing in confidence and getting better with every performance.

And tonight, it all comes together on our biggest stage yet! 🤩🙌

We are SO, SO PROUD of this amazing group. The friendships, the hard work, the courage to get up in front of an audience and the sheer joy they bring to every performance – it's what No Limits is all about. ❤️

Tonight isn't just another gig. It's a huge milestone for our crew, and we couldn't be more excited!

And to be doing it in support of the wonderful work of Don't Forget My Pet makes it even more special. 🐶🐱

GO GET 'EM, LIMITLESS! THE STAGE IS YOURS! 🎸🔥💙💛

15/10/2026

🎙️ Have you caught up on the Don’t Forget My Pet Podcast? 🐾

From the people behind the pets to the challenges of dog behaviour, our podcast explores the stories, experiences and connections that make the human-animal bond so special.

Join us as we chat with wonderful guests, share insights and explore why supporting people and their pets matter so much.

Whether you’re discovering the podcast for the first time or catching up on an episode you missed, there’s plenty to listen to!

🎧 Listen to all episodes via the link https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/podcast

14/10/2026

🐾 New Blog Post! 🐾

Pets bring so much more into our lives than we sometimes realise. From comfort and companionship to routine, connection and a reason to smile, their impact can go far beyond the everyday 💙

Our latest blog, “The Hidden Benefits of Pets”, explores the many ways animals enrich our lives and why the human-animal bond is so important.

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

13/10/2026

Saturday was World Mental Health Day, and honestly, I needed it.

I've been carrying a lot lately. Running Don't Forget My Pet, working, gearing up for our Gala, and Digga's health is always a worry sitting in the back of my mind. Somewhere along the way I stopped showing up for me. So I switched off, walked Digga and Nelly, and let myself just be.

Digga is a big part of why Don't Forget My Pet exists. During lockdown, he was my lifeline. He got me up, got me outside, and made me laugh when nothing else could. I know firsthand how much a pet can hold someone together, and I never want anyone to lose that when they need it most.

The world feels really scary right now. As a woman, I grew up knowing how to protect myself. No one ever taught me. I just knew. Keys between my fingers. Spray deodorant in my bag. Most women reading this will know exactly what I mean, and that says everything. It's scary for anyone who's vulnerable, or different, or doesn't fit someone else's idea of "normal". Rights are being chipped away, and the people with the least power keep paying the highest price.

I see people every week who are hanging on, and their pet is the reason they get up in the morning. I see people grieving a pet they've lost, and being told to just get over it. We've stopped looking out for each other, and it's costing people. So talk to your neighbour. Check on the person who's gone quiet. It matters more than you think.

If you're struggling, Lifeline is there 24/7 on 13 11 14. If you're experiencing family violence, call 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732.

12/10/2026

A little support can make a big difference 💛

For Jill and Louis, having access to cat food support means more than just keeping Louis’s bowl full. It means one less worry in an already tight budget.

For many people, the rising cost of living means making difficult choices between everyday essentials. Having support with pet food can help ease some of that pressure, allowing people to continue caring for the animals they love while meeting other household needs.

At Don’t Forget My Pet, we believe people shouldn’t have to face these choices alone and pets shouldn’t be forgotten when families are doing it tough 🐾

Thank you to everyone who helps make this support possible!

08/10/2026

✨ LAST DAY TO BUY TICKETS! ✨

Today is the last day to get your tickets for the 2026 Don’t Forget My Pet Gala!

We’re getting extremely close to a very special night celebrating the people, pets, volunteers, supporters and community who make our work possible.

With incredible auction items, Limitless All Abilities Music Group, Dave Thornton, amazing supporters and plenty of moments to celebrate, we can’t wait to bring everyone together for an unforgettable evening 🥂

🎟️ Ticket sales end today Friday, 9 October

🔗 https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/event-details/dont-forget-my-pet-gala

If you haven’t secured your ticket yet, now is the time. We’d love to celebrate with you on Friday 16 October!

08/10/2026

🐾 Digga’s on the job! 🐾

When the Lyka delivery arrived, Digga wasted absolutely no time getting involved.

First job? Helping unpack.
Second job? Surveying the supplies.
Third job? Making sure the humans were doing everything correctly 👀

We’re pretty sure Digga takes his role very seriously!

Thanks to the support of Lyka, we’re able to provide quality nutrition to pets whose families are doing it tough. Every bit of support helps take some of the pressure off and makes sure pets have what they need 💙

Good food, good people and one very helpful four legged supervisor 💛

Lyka Pet Food

07/10/2026

🎟️ Tickets are closing soon!✨

The countdown to the Don’t Forget My Pet Gala is on and there’s not much time left to secure your seat!

🎟️ Ticket sales close Friday 9 October
🗓️ DFMP Gala Friday 9 October
📍 Mt Duneed Estate
🎤 Rob Cameron and Dave Thornton
🔗 https://www.dontforgetmypet.org.au/event-details/dont-forget-my-pet-gala

Join us for a special evening celebrating the people, pets, volunteers, supporters and community behind Don’t Forget My Pet 💙

There’ll be incredible auction items, delicious foods, plenty of laughs, beautiful scenery and a night dedicated to the work we do to help keep people and their pets together.

If you’ve been thinking about coming, don’t leave it too late! We’d love to celebrate with you ✨

06/10/2026

Meet Marion and her beautiful girl, Charliegirl 🐕💛

For a couple of years, home was Marion's car, and Charliegirl was right there beside her through all of it.

Today they have a small unit of their own.

Things are still tough, but this week there was one less thing to worry about: a full bag of food for Charliegirl.

We were so happy to drop off pet food to our friends at 3216 Connect, and seeing Marion this thrilled made our whole week.

Nobody should have to choose between feeding themselves and feeding the one who stuck by them.

That's why we do what we do. Thank you, Marion, for letting us share your story ❤️

3216 Connect Op Shop