West Coast Maremma Rescue

04/06/2026

Darling Nico enjoying the sunshine

02/06/2026

Darling Nico had another surgery today as the wound had completely broken down and needed debridement. The Vet was able to stitch part of the wound and I am much happier with how it looks now. It will take months to heal properly and he will need wound management and bandaging which I can do at home.
Thank you to Narrogin Pets and Vets for giving Nico great care.

30/05/2026

29/05/2026

Our drought donation drive has so far raised $1575 on our $3000 target. Your generosity every time your help is asked for is truly heart-warming, especially in trying economic times.

West Coast Maremma and Livestock Guardian Rescue Incorporated
BSB 633 000
A/C 165 572 751

https://www.paypal.com/AU/fundraiser/charity/3957271

28/05/2026

UPDATE ON SANDY'S PROGRESS

Sandy spent four hours with the chickens today, unsupervised with Bert. Sandy was calm and has seemed to really have taken with chicken guardian duties. It is so important not to rush the process. Having Sandy in with the goats in a small paddock next to the chickens, has exposed her to them in a controlled way. We then build on this and progress to on lead supervision, then off lead supervision to short periods of unsupervised, but I still keep a watchful eye. Having an older dog, like Bert, who mentors appropriate behaviour and will stop any chasing makes the process that much easier.

Ideally, bonding needs to start when puppies are still with their working mum, who will guide them. The journey then continues when they go to their new home. Guidance and supervision to set the dog up for success. Starting an older dog can be successful, but they may never be truly bonded to their charges , preferring human company. Most of our dogs come in as adults and have spent most of their developing stages bonding to humans, so the best home for most is where they can be part of the family, but have a job to do looking after a few chickens, sheep or goats on smaller scale acreage. Success of a Livestock Guardian Dog who has been bonded from a puppy, still relies heavily on the relationship with the "Shepherd". It is a partnership and the relationship precious.

Young 22 month old Sandy is maturing into a great guardian. Coming in to care at 15 months, she had no prior exposure to stock/chickens. Already a fabulous guardian to our Nigerian Dwarf Goats and now showing appropriate behaviour with chickens. The chickens have been a work in progress, with Sandy getting use to them on the other side of the fence. The goats are in the yard next to the chooks, which is ideal for exposing the dogs to chooks while unsupervised. I have Bert in with Sandy and myself to mentor her. Supervision will continue, but she is progressing well. In time, she will make a great guardian to a variety of stock and chickens. So very proud of you girl!

28/05/2026

UPDATE. We have raised $2250 of our $3000 target towards our drought relief fundraiser. Your kind support of this appeal has been heartwarming.

A huge thank you for the donations towards our drought relief fundraiser for feed costs for our stock used in the rehabilitation of dogs in care. $1100 has been raised so far. Our target is $3000 so we have had a great start.

Rescue takes a community, and without your support it would be impossible to continue helping these amazing, beautiful dogs. Thank you 😊 🙏 💓

West Coast Maremma and Livestock Guardian Rescue Incorporated
BSB 633 000
A/C 165 572 751

paypal.com/au/fundraiser/charity/3957271

27/05/2026

We need your help! The last few years has seen a significant drop in rainfall. Our paddocks are bare and feed costs for the stock has increased significantly. We have Rescue goats and sheep in sanctuary and cows and the Nigerian Dwarf goats I bought as part of our rehabilitation programme for Maremma coming into Rescue. The horses are my sole financial responsibility and I have funded the costs for the cows and part of the costs for the sheep, goats and chickens for the past few years, prior years being mostly funded by myself.

Our aim is to raise $3000 to help towards feed costs for the stock/chickens, for the rest of the year. Any amount you can donate is very much appreciated and donations over $2 is tax deductible.

Our bank details are

West Coast Maremma and Livestock Guardian Rescue Incorporated
BSB 633 000
A/C 165 572 751

Pics are of our bare paddocks taken today

26/05/2026

Reel by my daughter Bek made a few years ago

26/05/2026

Wonderful news! Nico is on the mend and much brighter with his appetite returned. It is a huge relief. Thank you to everyone who sent well wishes for Nico's recovery, donated towards his Vet bill, picked up medical supplies, and kindly supporting me.

25/05/2026

Happy 11th Birthday, Ghost! We love and adore you, bark and all!