WELCOME TO ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE QUEENSLAND

SAVING LIVES SINCE 1959

For the past 65 years, Animal Welfare League Queensland has saved more than 175,000 animals. But we can only continue our life-saving work thanks to your support.

Making a donation, adopting an animal, visiting our Community Vet Clinics or shopping at our Op Shops are just some of the ways you can directly support animals in need.

Thank you for joining us on our journey to help save thousands of animals every year.

 

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Animal Welfare League Queensland has been able to care for homeless animals for over 65 years thanks to the incredible support of our dedicated community. There are many ways you can get involved with AWLQ from donations, bequests, corporate sponsorships, our kennel and pen supporter program and volunteering.

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VET CLINICS

Animal Welfare League Queensland was the first and remains the only organisation in Queensland to open a Community Veterinary Clinic to the public. This unique service makes essential vet care accessible to all pet owners, including those previously unable to afford treatment for their pets.

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OP SHOPS

AWLQ Op Shops are located across the Gold Coast as well as Beaudesert and Ipswich. Supported by dedicated volunteers, all profits  from our shops go back to supporting both AWLQ’s mission and a circular economy.

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NEWS & ARTICLES

From wild dogs to crocs—Terri Furwin’s extraordinary fight to save her puppies and find a home 9th September 2025 From Far North Queensland comes a story of courage, resilience, and unconditional love that is nothing short of extraordinary.
Meet Echo: the little dog making a big difference in the classroom 4th September 2025 Adorable Echo is one of our very special AWLQ SHARE Reading Dogs (Special Human-Animal Relationships in Education) and he has played a pivotal role in helping some very special young students find their voice. As part of the program, Echo and his owner Candice, visit young students needing a bit of help.
Tick season is here – protect your pet before it’s too late 4th September 2025 Beano, a 2yo Kelpie cross, was found with an engorged tick on his neck and was displaying symptoms of tick paralysis. He was treated by AES and then transferred to AWLQ's Community Vet Clinic. Thankfully, Beano pulled through. It's a timely reminder that tick season is upon us and prevention is the best course of action.
Supporting Pets and Their People at Homeless Connect 4th September 2025 AWLQ was thrilled to be part of the Brisbane and Gold Coast Homeless Connect events again this year, helping vulnerable community members and their pets. This year, we saw hundreds of people provided free pet vaccinations, pet food, parasite treatments and retail products.
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