Dogs in our Care
These dogs and puppies have been rescued from various pounds and shelters by volunteer foster carers who provide the dog with a safe haven until they can be permanently rehomed. Dogs are located throughout Sydney, Australia.
Please note that descriptions of a dog's breed, age and size are given in good faith and are based on assessment of the dog's features, together with veterinary opinion. We cannot guarantee the age and breed of any dogs listed.
All dogs listed come desexed, vaccinated, wormed, microchipped and over 6 months of age heartworm tested.
Please note the age of each animal listed below updates daily.
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DCH is looking for volunteers to become foster carers for dogs in need.
Can you open up your home and yard to a needy dog to help give them a second chance?
Become a foster carer today. For more information on foster care and to apply for foster care, please click here.
Dogs like this are needing help in NSW pounds now.
Staffy x - female - 8 years and 9 months
Ellie was rescued from the pound when she was heavily pregnant. All of her puppies found fantastic new homes and now Ellie is looking for her new home as well. Due to her previous situation, she is scared of new people and new environments but once she has settled, she is extremely affectionate and loves to sit on your lap. Ellie is good with other dogs and loves to go for walks in quiet areas. Ellie requires a fully fenced backyard and is not suitable for a unit or apartment
Ellie has been in foster care since 25 September 2021, for 3.7 years
staffy - female - 5 years and 3 months
Nala has come into care after being found in a park with her 7 puppies in a box. She is a sweet girl that has been easy going while in care and a great mum to her puppies. Nala will sit for a treat when asked and has been an easy going girl to have around.
Nala loves going for walks, she doesn't pull on the lead and would be suited to someone who is retired, who would love a devoted companion and can spend lots of time with her
Nala loves toys and when called has to find a toy to bring to you. If you can give Nala the home she deserves full of love and happiness then please come and meet her.
Nala has been in foster care since 28 March 2023, for 2.2 years
Leonberger x Pyrenean Mountain - female - 9 years and 7 months
The beautiful Miss Lupa is sadly in need of a new home for her retirement years.
After 8 years she has suddenly developed a dislike for her owner’s 15 year old staffy girl, who is quite frail, quite possibly she is re-acting to the staffy being unwell. Her owner understandably needs to put the staffy first and thus sadly needs a new home for Lupa.
Lupa has otherwise always been good with other dogs. She is a bit shy meeting new people but quickly warms up to them, including kids (this can be quite typical of the breed). It is unknown what she is like with cats, but she does not chase Roos. She loves swimming, going to the park and is fine with vet visits. she is desexed and passed a vet check very recently.
Ideally a home for her would be one experienced with big dogs, with no other girl dogs to be on the safe side - perhaps a male of similar size would be ok. She is currently located in the ACT. Please contact me if you think you are the right home for this beautiful senior girl and I will put you in touch with her owners for a meet and greet.
Kelpie - female - 12 years and 5 months
Bindi is an extraordinary dog and you can read about her adventure before coming to DCH on her GoFundMe - https://gofund.me/9a8f5b99
Bindi is the best dog in the world for the right person. She walks beautifully on leash, doesn't ever fuss when I dremel her nails, loves to go for car rides and basically just wants to be with you all the time.
If you do have to pop out she settles quickly and doesn't bark.
Please DO NOT apply to adopt Bindi if you do not have time to spend with her each day.
I am hoping Bindi will find a home with someone retired or who works from home and can spend a lot of time with her, because that's what she wants. She is an extremely loving dog, probably not suitable for a home with cats as she wants to chase them despite being about 12 years old. She can be introduced to other dogs, but do so slowly as it is likely that other dogs have not always been kind to her while she was homeless.
Bindi is quite the local celebrity in my neighbourhood - all the neighbours love her, and she loves everyone, including kids.
Bindi is being offered as a "palliative care" dog, but she sure doesn't know that. She has some residual lumps around her nipples that may be cancer, but she is bright and happy, alert, and so affectionate. It is impossible to estimate how much time Bindi has left - but it could be years. She is showing all the signs of being a very happy little girl who just wants to be part of your family for a long time to come.
I am feeding her SPD100 and a variety of supplements and she is really thriving on this. A good diet is her best chance of a happy and healthy life from here on, and if feeding her the SPD100 RAW it will likely cost you around $65 per week for food and a bit extra for treats or supplements.
If you would like to meet Bindi, please call or send me an email. She really is that one in a million dog you've been waiting for.
Bindi has been in foster care since 27 January 2025, for 4 months
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