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Real Stories of Keeping People and Pets Together What makes Don't Forget My Pet different is that we don't just talk about the human-animal bond — we protect it, practically, every day. Here are just some of the ways we've seen this play out in our community. Lily Muffin: When Illness Strikes When Lily Muffin's devoted mum became suddenly unwell, her beloved ginger cat needed somewhere safe to go — not a shelter, not a stranger, but a caring foster home that could keep her sa

At Don't Forget My Pet, our tagline is simple: "I'm more than just a pet." It isn't just a slogan — it's the truth we see lived out every single day in our community. Pets are companions, anchors, and lifelines. They are the reason people get out of bed on difficult mornings, the source of comfort in hospital waiting rooms, and the soft, warm presence that makes a quiet house feel less empty. Our founder, Alysha, discovered this firsthand during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Moving

As 2025 draws to a close, my heart is overflowing — and like many across the country, it’s also been heavy this week as we’ve held those affected by the tragic events at Bondi Beach in our thoughts. Moments like these remind us how important kindness, community, and looking out for one another truly are. Thank you — truly — to everyone who has supported Don’t Forget My Pet this year. Whether you donated, fostered, packed food, offered advice, dropped off treats, shared a post

At Don’t Forget My Pet, we see the deep bond between people and their pets every day. Sometimes life changes suddenly, and pets need temporary support to stay safe and loved — just like Lily Muffin did. Lily Muffin is a glorious ginger queen with chonky charm, a magnificent tail flick, and a personality that can fill a room. Her mum absolutely adored her — spoiled her, cherished her, and gave her a life overflowing with love. Recently, Lily Muffin’s mum became unwell, went in

We’re firing up the barbie at Bunnings Waurn Ponds this weekend - Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August! Swing by, grab a snag, say g’day,...

Daniel is 56 years old. For over three decades, he lived quietly and independently in a public housing unit in Geelong. Daniel has a...