ACT dog rescue links ( Last updated 06-08-2010)
Each group has different resources and procedures, please contact them individually for more info.

Canberra Pooch Rescue
Canberra Pooch Rescue (CPR) is made up of a group of independent rescuers in Canberra and Queanbeyan. Contact for more info.
Rescuing since: 2006

Companion Animal Rescue and Adoption (CARA) Inc.
CARA is a non-profit Incorporation dedicated to saving the lives of pets listed for euthanasia at pounds within the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales.
The organisation is committed to working with ACT and NSW animal shelters to achieve minimum destruction rates through the responsible rehoming of companion animals and the promotion of responsible pet care within the community.
Established by highly respected members of the companion animal welfare community, CARA has been developed upon clear and ethical principles of governance. This ensures safe, simple and rewarding outcomes for the animals in care, their carers, adoptive owners, CARA members and supporters alike.
Rescuing since: 2007

ACT Rescue & Foster (ARF) Inc.
ACT Rescue and Foster (ARF) Inc. is an incorporated association of people in the Canberra (Australia) and surrounding region who rescue dogs from euthanasia and foster them temporarily in our own homes for as long as it takes to find them loving, permanent homes.
ARF aims to: 'Save and improve the lives of dogs in the Canberra region' by:
- rescuing and rehoming as many unwanted dogs as we can,
- educating the community about responsible dog companionship,
- working with local pounds to help achieve, develop and implement "minimum destruction" policies and procedures,
- establishing and developing networks of communication for people involved in rescue and rehoming.
Rescuing since: 2001