Golden Hearts - seniors' pet support program
ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE QLD’S GOLDEN HEARTS™ SENIORS PET SUPPORT PROGRAM IS A UNIQUE PROGRAM TO SUPPORT PEOPLE 65 AND OLDER WITH PET OWNERSHIP.
IT IS COMPLETELY FREE TO JOIN AND SUPPORTS A SENIOR-AGED PERSON THROUGH EVERY STEP OF PET OWNERSHIP WHETHER THEY ADOPTED THEIR PET FROM US OR NOT.
Golden Hearts™ supports its members with emergency foster care of their pet if they have to go into hospital. Members can also receive 50% off annual vaccinations through its Community Vet Clinics, plus 10% off everything else. We have discounted pet grooming and a pet-matching service if you don’t already have a pet.
We also support older people who need to transition into an aged-care facility that does not allow pets. Animal Welfare League Qld understands this is a very difficult time and offers a free surrender of a person’s beloved pet and try and match it with a loving new home in a similar environment to what it had.
Golden Hearts™ also has annual social events where members get to enjoy the company of like-minded people.
What do you need to know about Golden Hearts?
- YES it’s FREE to join
- YES the program is open to ALL pet owners 65 and older, whether you adopted your pet from us or not.
- YES the discounted vaccinations and vet services are open to ALL pet owners 65 and older.
- YES we offer a pet matching service.Nb. AWLQ Golden Hearts will do its best to help you find a new pet to adopt, however, due to increased interest in smaller breed dogs and a large waiting list, we cannot guarantee that a suitable pet will be found for you immediately. If you have any queries about pet matching, please call (07) 5509 9033.
- YES the S.T.E.P.S. (Short Term Emergency Petcare Service) is open to ALL pet owners. The S.T.E.P.S. program is subject to eligibility for genuine medical emergencies. The S.T.E.P.S. program is not a kennel boarding service.
- YES we offer a pet matching service
How do I join Golden Hearts
- You can sign up ONLINE using the link below
- CALL or EMAIL us and we can send an information pack in the mail, or
- COLLECT one of our Golden Hearts™ booklets from any of our Rehoming Centres, Vet Clinics or Op Shops
Call (07) 5509 9033 or email goldenhearts@awlqld.com.au to learn more
View the Golden Hearts Booklet
Apply to be a golden hearts member online
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