Shelters & Rescues in Mowbray

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

Just Cats Tasmania is a dedicated not-for-profit cat rescue organisation committed to improving the welfare of cats and kittens across northern Tasmania. With multiple adoption centres and community services, they focus on compassionate care, responsible pet ownership and connecting cats with loving homes.

🐱 Key Services

• Cat & Kitten Adoption – All cats are vaccinated, microchipped and desexed before adoption.
• Foster Care Program – Temporary care to help cats thrive until they find forever homes.
• Volunteer Opportunities – Support with daily care and community events.
• Boarding Services – Safe, affordable stays for cats while owners are away.
• Public Desexing Clinic & Education – Promotes responsible cat ownership and welfare.
• Surrender Support – Appointment-based surrender with compassionate guidance.

RSPCA Tasmania (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Tasmania) is one of Australia’s most established animal welfare charities, dedicated to preventing cruelty, rescuing animals in need and helping pets find loving, forever homes across Tasmania. It forms part of the national RSPCA network working for better animal protection and responsible pet ownership.

🧠 Tips for people looking to adopt

• Research before visiting: Think about your lifestyle, living space and the time you can dedicate to a new pet.
• Meet the animals in person: Visiting the care centre or adoption locations helps you find a companion whose personality fits your home.
• Ask questions: Learn about the animal’s health, behaviour and needs — staff and volunteers can guide you.
• Prepare your home: Have essential supplies like food, toys, bedding and a safe area ready before adoption.

The shelters and rescue groups in Mowbray 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.

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