Rewriting the future of the forgotten paws
Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming cats and dogs across Melbourne
Every animal deserves to feel safe, loved and remembered. Tails of the Forgotten Paws is a 100% volunteer-run animal rescue helping forgotten, abandoned and vulnerable cats and dogs find the care — and the families — they deserve.
We are an ACNC-registered, not-for-profit animal welfare charity dedicated to improving the lives of forgotten and overlooked animals.
We promote positive relationships between people and animals, work to reduce euthanasia and increase rehoming rates, and find safe, loving homes for healthy, desexed cats and dogs.
The bond between people and animals can enrich the health, happiness and wellbeing of both.
Giving Forgotten Paws a Second Chance
No animal should experience a life of abandonment, neglect or uncertainty.
We give kittens, puppies, adult and senior animals the veterinary care, rehabilitation and security they need before carefully matching them with loving homes.
Along the way, we support our foster carers and adopters and help more people discover just how wonderful rescue animals can be.
We’re always looking for the community’s support to help push our mission further than we could ever imagine. Does that sound like you? Volunteer today and be a part of change.
“The exploitation, mistreatment and neglect of companion animals must stop. We have a responsibility to speak up for them and protect their welfare.”
– Raphaela L
Can we count on you?
Whether you open your home, give your time or make a donation, your support can help change an animal’s future.
We are 100% community-funded and all donations help pay for veterinary treatment, desexing, vaccinations, food and litter.