RRR- Rescue, Revive, Rehome - Bay of Plenty

15/06/2026

Look at Wilson go!
We love giving our pups the best opportunities by using a trainer.

14/06/2026

Just hours away from losing their lives, Hansel and Gretel got their second chance.
These beautiful 6-month-old tabby siblings were booked in to be euthanised at Edgecumbe Vets. When the lovely veterinary team met them, they simply couldn't go through with it. They were friendly, affectionate, and full of life.

After no rescues in their region were able to help, we were asked if we could take them. How could we say no? A big thank you to Jenny who agreed to foster them :)

Sadly, Hansel and Gretel's story highlights a growing problem. While tiny kittens are often adopted quickly, older kittens are frequently overlooked. An older kitten can sit in a rescue for a long time.

At this age, their personalities are shining through. You know if they're cuddly, playful, confident, or gentle. A hunter or a lap cat. They're still young, still adorable, and ready to form a lifelong bond with their family.

Hansel and Gretel are safe tonight because someone chose to give them a chance. Could you be the person who gives an older kitten a chance too?

14/06/2026

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Not every training session is about solving a big behaviour problem.

Rosie is a young dog who is doing pretty well. Like most adolescent dogs, there are a few things to work on — loose lead walking, recall, settling in the house, and learning how to make good decisions around distractions — but overall she’s a social, friendly dog who is finding her feet.

A lot of our session focused on the foundations that support all of those things later on. Communication, engagement, play, settling, and helping Rosie learn how to navigate everyday life.

Sometimes the goal isn’t fixing a problem.

Sometimes it’s giving a dog the skills they need before those problems develop.

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14/06/2026

URGENT FOSTER HOMES NEEDED FOR OUR OLDER PUPPIES & YOUNG DOGS 💔
We are desperately searching for foster homes for some very special older puppies and young dogs.

These aren't just dogs waiting for a place to stay. They are individuals with unique personalities, stories, and so much love to give. Some have come from heartbreaking backgrounds and are still learning what it means to be safe, loved, and part of a family.
Right now, several of our foster carers are heading overseas, need a well-deserved break, or can no longer continue fostering.

Unfortunately, the adoption process has simply not moved in these dogs' favour, and they are running out of options.
What they need most is a home environment where they can be included as part of everyday family life. A warm bed, a gentle hand, a walk, a cuddle on the couch, and someone who sees them for the wonderful dogs they are.

The reality is that some of these dogs will have nowhere to go by the end of this week. Our own homes are already full, and we cannot keep stretching beyond capacity.

If you have room in your heart and home to help, even temporarily, please get in touch. Fostering saves lives. It gives these dogs the chance they deserve while they wait for their forever families.

Please share this post far and wide. The right foster home could be reading this today. ❤️🐾
Message us if you can help.

13/06/2026

Meet Comet, Eclipse & Nova 🌟
These three gorgeous tuxedo siblings are now 5 months old and are still patiently waiting for their forever families.

When they first arrived in our care at just 11 weeks old, we thought these striking black-and-white beauties would be snapped up in no time. Instead, they’ve quietly watched many of their friends find homes while they continue to wait.

Comet, Eclipse and Nova aren't the type of kittens who launch themselves into the arms of every stranger they meet. They are what we call "relationship cats" – the kind that take a little time to get to know you, but once they do, you'll be rewarded with affectionate smooches, loyal companionship, and a special bond that feels truly earned.

They can be adopted together, or separately into homes that already have a friendly feline companion to help them settle in.
To help them find their perfect matches, we have reduced their adoption fee by $60.

If you've been thinking about adding a kitten to your family, we'd love for you to come and meet these lovely youngsters. Sometimes the best cats aren't the ones who demand your attention immediately – they're the ones who quietly steal your heart when you least expect it. ❤️

Could Comet, Eclipse or Nova be the missing piece in your family? PM us if you would like to know more about these sweet kittens.

11/06/2026

This wee man still needs a foster or forever home!

The wonderful, playful 1.5 year old Wilson - a Blue Heeler x.

This good boy is just starting to live a life of freedom and exploring the world after missing out on these things as a little pup.

Can you be the one to give him a consistent, loving home to continue to explore and learn?

Wilson is a clever boy. Check this out! He:

- Sleeps beautifully quiet all night in his crate

- Has toilet training down pat

- Is a smart boy who is learning more manners all the time, and has been quick to learn all the training he has been offered so far

- Is a social boy who loves people and visitors

- Loves other dogs (but is still learning to contain his excitement around them)

- Is happy to be left outside (with adequate necessities and challenges or treats 😉) while you go to work

- Is not much of a barker

- Likes to ‘help’ you when you’re gardening or working outside (i.e. sniff and lick the weeds right next to you, ‘save you’ from the hose water, bark at and scare off that nasty broom, and generally be your number 1. side kick)

- Keeps your feet warm, hot-water bottle styles, on cold days

- Gets involved in all areas of family life, including pick-ups, drops offs, watching Saturday sports, listening to music practices etc.

Please note, he is not sensible with cats or stock yet.

However, I would say he would be pretty good at keeping any unwanted pests off your property with his amazing movement detection and super-sniff powers!

He will need continued training and space to burn off energy, and in return will provide you with company, unconditional love, the extra motivation we all need to get out for a walk, and endless laughs.

Please enquire through RRR- Rescue, Revive, Rehome - Bay of Plenty

09/06/2026

Curfew or not?
Let’s talk about what’s actually going on in our neighbourhoods right now, because the headlines are missing the real story.

Lately, there’s been a lot of loud talk in some councils about "cat curfews," fines, and mandatory registration to save our native birds. It sounds simple on paper, right? Keep your cat inside at night, or pay a fine. But as an organisation who loves both our native wildlife and our pets, we need to look at the human factor behind this—and who these rules actually punish.

First, we need to clear up a massive misunderstanding. There is a huge difference between a feral cat and a stray cat, however in this instance they seem to be lumped together..
• The Feral Cat: These are completely wild, unsocialised animals living deep in the bush or rural areas. They avoid humans at all costs. They do cause real harm to native wildlife. But here’s the kicker: they only exist because of human irresponsibility. They are the descendants of pets that were dumped and abandoned.
• The Stray Cat: These are the cats in our suburbs. They were lost or abandoned, but they still know humans. They are the ones fed by kind neighbours, looked after by community rescue groups, and they can often be desexed and rehomed.

So, when councils talk about bringing in nighttime curfews, hefty fines, and registration fees for New Zealand's 1.2 million cats, ask yourself: Who is actually going to pay? A feral cat in the deep bush isn't going to get microchipped. It’s not going to follow an 11 PM curfew.

These rules only land on you—the responsible pet owner whose cat slips out the back door, or the amazing community volunteers spending their own money to desex and care for local strays. Meanwhile, registration schemes will generate tens of millions of dollars for local councils, without touching a single feral animal in the wild.

We need to ask ourselvesIt is this a political money-grab under the guise of conservation, while the real, harder solutions—like subsidised desexing clinics, stopping abandonment at the source, and restoring lost habitats—get pushed to the side because they cost money instead of making it.

There is an even bigger heartbreak here. Years of thinking"cats are pests" will change how people act. Animal rescues are reporting a scary rise in deliberate cruelty, poisonings, and shootings of everyday family pets such as Clyde at the Mount. When we tell the public an animal is just a pest, some people start treating them like targets. We lose something beautiful in our communities when we replace empathy with suspicion and fines.

Wildlife protection matters immensely., however, we need real, honest solutions—not just the easiest thing a council can slap a fine on.
What do you think?

07/06/2026

Foster Home Needed – Milo & Otis 🐾

Milo and Otis are a gorgeous 9-week-old Terrier cross brother and sister duo looking for a new foster home.

Unfortunately, due to a change in circumstances, their current foster family is no longer able to care for them. They are now seeking a loving temporary home where they can continue to grow, learn, and enjoy being puppies.

These two are playful, cheeky, and full of personality. As with all young puppies, they’ll need plenty of love, guidance, and patience while they learn about the world around them.

Could you open your home and help these little ones on their rescue journey?

If you’re interested in fostering Milo and Otis, please get in touch. We’d love to hear from you. ❤️🐶🐶

https://rrr.org.nz/foster-canine/

Please share to help us find these pups a foster home as soon as possible.

07/06/2026

FROM POUND DOG TO HAPPILY EVER AFTER – ROSIE IS READY!
Rosie's story could have ended very differently.
As an ex-Tauranga pound dog, Rosie's time was up. We were asked to take her into rescue, and when she arrived, she was facing some significant challenges. Rosie was suffering from rat poisoning toxicity and had a broken paw. Thanks to veterinary care, treatment, and lots of love, this beautiful girl has made an incredible recovery.

Today, Rosie, a border collie X , is healthy, happy, and ready to find the family she has been waiting for. Rosie is currently fostered with an 8-year-old child and has proven herself to be a wonderful companion. She knows many basic commands, loves playing fetch, and thrives when she has space to run and enjoy life. She regularly joins her foster mum on café outings and will happily sit patiently while the humans enjoy their coffee.

What we love most about Rosie is her eagerness to be part of everything. She wants to be included, she wants to please, and she embraces every opportunity that comes her way. At our recent adoption day, surrounded by crowds of people, puppies, and plenty of activity, Rosie took it all in her stride and showed everyone what a lovely nature she has.

Now Rosie is looking for the final chapter in her journey.
Could you be the special family who takes Rosie from the pound, through rescue, and into the loving forever home she deserves?
If you are looking for a loyal companion who will happily join in with family adventures, café trips, walks, playtime, and everyday life, Rosie may be the perfect match.

Please message us to find out more about adopting Rosie. ❤️

06/06/2026

A big welcome to our sweet ginger clan
Carmomello, Skittles, Tigger and hoppy came into the rescue today. This gorgeous litter are friendly and almost ready for their forever homes. Thank you Caitlynn who transport from Rotorua, Sheryl and Nicole who stepped in to assist with fostering. These kittens are so lucky to have you.

If you are interested in one of these beautiful kittens please fill in an adoption application

https://rrr.org.nz/adopt-feline/