Thanks for stopping by.

We are a non profit organisation whose primary function is to save working dog breeds from being euthanased in council pounds and shelters and find new homes for them. We cover the entire east coast of Australia which encompasses Qld, NSW, Vic and SA.

We post photos and descriptions of dogs here that are in desperate need who are in danger of being euthanased either because they have been surrendered by their owner or because they are a stray that nobody has claimed. Once saved and either in temporary care or longer term foster care we list them here for adoption. We also do courtesy listings for other rescue organisations when they need help to rehome a dog.

All dogs rescued by us will also be visible on PetRescue once they are ready to be adopted.

Each mature dog is available for a fee of $300 which ensures you receive a dog that is desexed, microchipped, C5 vaccinated, heartworm tested and commenced on a monthly regime of heartworm and intestinal worming preventative. Puppies will generally $350.

We are happy to do interstate adoptions also but please note that the cost of transport is borne by the adopter. Upon application we will provide quotes from differing pet transport companies for comparison.

Contact us if you have any queries.

Please note that AWDRI is made up solely of volunteers who also work full time jobs and have their own families and pets so if you make an enquiry sometimes it may take a day or two before someone gets back to you. We endeavour to respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

This site is owned and maintained by Australian Working Dog Rescue Inc (AWDRI). All images and logos are copyrighted and may not be used or reproduced in whole or in part without written permission from AWDRI.

Disclaimer: Australian Working Dog Rescue Inc (AWDRI) is not related or affiliated in anyway to any other group, association or ruling body.