Shelters & Rescues in Gold Coast

Looking to adopt, foster, or support local animal welfare in Gold Coast? Here you’ll find a list of shelters, rescue groups, and adoption centers dedicated to helping animals in your community.

(AWLQ) Gold Coast Animal Rehoming Centre, serves as a key adoption hub for the Gold Coast region.

Services & Adoption Benefits

• Adoptable pets: Dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, and small animals.
• Adoption-ready: All pets are desexed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
• 21-day trial: Return option with partial refund.
• Friends Forever program: Discounts and ongoing support.
• On-site pet shop: Food, bedding, toys, and essentials.

The AWLQ Beenleigh Animal Rehoming Centre is a welcoming facility dedicated to rehoming cats, dogs, kittens, and older pets in a safe and caring environment.

Gold Coast Lost & Found Animals

The City of Gold Coast operates a comprehensive Lost & Found Animals service to help reunite pets with their owners efficiently and humanely. Residents can use the online register to search for lost pets and, if unsuccessful, contact nearby Council pounds or report missing or found animals directly.

If your pet goes missing, act fast—use the Gold Coast online register, and visit or call the Coombabah pound regularly. Don’t forget to update your pet’s microchip details and registration tag to make reunions smoother. If you find a pet, use the secure holding pens for temporary containment and immediately contact Council—this ensures the fastest and safest route back to its owner.

The shelters and rescue groups in Gold Coast are working every day to care for animals in need—and they can't do it alone. Whether you choose to adopt, foster, volunteer, or donate, your support helps save lives and build a more compassionate community. Reach out to a local organization today and become part of the change.