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Welcome to
NRAS Northern Rivers Animal Services
Established in 2001, Northern Rivers Animal Services (NRAS) is a self-funded, not-for-profit, registered charity committed to rescuing abandoned, abused, lost and unwanted dogs and cats in the Northern Rivers region of NSW.
Its mission is to provide food, veterinary care, and shelter to allow these animals a second chance at “living their best life”.
Adoption Days are hosted on the first Saturday of the month at the NRAS Rescue Shelter – 61 Piper Drive, Ballina from 10:00am – 1:00pm where you can meet the animals available for adoption; utilise the $10.00 services such as microchipping, nail clipping and hydrobathing or purchase essential pet supplies and accessories from the pop-up merchandise store.
We hope to see you there!!!
What are the steps to adopt a pet at NRAS?
Are you ready to have a pet?
Owning a pet is a huge responsibility. Are you and your family ready for it? Consider if you have enough space, time and budget for it. View our “Are you ready for a pet checklist” if you need some guidance.
Complete an ADOPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
The first step in the NRAS Adoption process is to complete an Adoption Questionnaire that will be reviewed and assessed by the NRAS team to ensure the animals are matching with suitable adoptive families.
Proof of home ownership or landlord approval to have an animal (if renting) is a mandatory requirement of the Adoption process.
Arrange a "meet & greet"
Once your Adoption Questionnaire has been processed, the NRAS team will arrange an opportunity to meet the animal you’re interested in, spending time getting to know each other.
A two-week trial period is also part of the Adoption process to ensure all parties, including children and other pets, are happy with the new family addition.
Animals remain with their foster carer or at the NRAS Rescue Shelter until a permanent, loving home becomes available and are all desexed, microchipped, vet checked and vaccinated prior to the Adoption being finalised.
PET OF THE WEEK
Cute as a button, Trixie is an adorable grey domestic short hair cat who is equal parts cute and chunky.
Trixie is a quiet and content little lady who is more than happy as an indoor only cat.
She loves a nap and a snack, and at a little over a year and a half she is settled, and undemanding.
All animals in NRAS’ care are vet checked, flea & worm treated, vaccinated, microchipped and desexed prior to their adoption.
For further information contact the NRAS Shelter Office on 6681 1860 or email: shelter@nras.org.au
Download an Adoption Questionnaire from the website: www.nras.org.au
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She is beautiful. Is she okay with dogs?
Little cutie!! Love grey cats.
Beautiful 😍
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On this, NATIONAL VET NURSE DAY, and every other day, we pay tribute to those that help us care for sick and injured animals.
For your compassion, your dedication and your strength.
You are true heroes. Thank YOU!!!
Ballina Veterinary Hospital VetLove Goonellabah @vetlove_ballina @keenstreetvetclinic @racecoursevets @casinovetclinic
We love you all
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Where would the animals of this world be without vet nurses? Thanking each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart.
HERE'S CHEERS TO 23 YEARS!!! Happy Birthday NRAS
There’s been highs & lows
We’ve shed many tears
But it’s all been so worth it
These past 23 years.
The cats and the kittens
The dogs, big and small
With your own personalities
We have loved you all.
You might hide in a corner
Or bark loud in your fear
You just need to be comforted
You just need us to hear.
That this life’s not your choosing
You want a family to love
A warm blanket; full tummy
So you pray to above.
That one day they will find you
And know right away
You’re the one that they want
And they ask you to stay.
So we’ll wave you goodbye
As you walk out of our gate
Safe with your new family
A change to your fate.
NRAS has saved you
As we cry happy tears
We'll continue to do it
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Happy Birthday to the most amazing, compassionate organisation, putting happiness and love into the future of so many animals. You are simply the best organisation to volunteer with - surrounded by kind, caring animal lovers who make every volunteer hour an absolute pleasure.
Thank you for caring and saving all the unwanted. I have 3 out of 4 of my fur babies come from you guys. The best decision I ever made was adopting two pups and two kittens all aged 10 weeks and all at the same time! I had my hands full but they have all grown into beautiful babies now 8 1/2 yrs old. Together forever 🙏❤️
Poppy (leia) says happy birthday, as she is about to celebrate her 3rd bday. Thanks for picking me as her mum. She’s the best girl 🧡
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PET OF THE WEEK
Loyal, intelligent and affectionate one and a half year old Diesel is everything and more you would expect to find in a Stumpy tail Blue Heeler.
Diesel is beautifully behaved and responsive when given direction. He travels well in the car and is quiet in the yard. He has a gentle manner is building confidence out and about.
A charmer with good looks and a wonderful temperament Diesel will devote himself to his human and provide a lifetime of companionship.
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All animals in NRAS’ care are vet checked, flea & worm treated, vaccinated, microchipped and desexed prior to their adoption.
For further information contact the NRAS Shelter Office on 6681 1860 or email: shelter@nras.org.au
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Good looking boy
Holly Claridge boots wants a friend
Lovely boy
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🤣 7.5 year old Luna watching the big dog crazy from the safety of the office.
This lucky little lady is off to her forever home tomorrow. 🎉
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Oh Luna, you don’t want to play with those big dogs. Stay safe in the office.
PET OF THE WEEK
2-year-old Dream is a vision of feline excellence with a soft, feathered peach and white coat and striking green eyes.
With a gentle nature and sweet disposition Dream is a pleasure to spend time with and stunning to look at.
He has previously lived in a multi cat household, and with an appropriate introduction and settling period would enjoy a home with the company of another cat.
All animals in NRAS’ care are vet checked, flea & worm treated, vaccinated, microchipped and desexed prior to their adoption.
For further information contact the NRAS Shelter Office on 6681 1860 or email: shelter@nras.org.au
Download an Adoption Questionnaire from the website: www.nras.org.au
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I’m really thinking I want this guy!
He is a dream ❤️
He's beautiful ❤️
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Birdy has a deep love for her pot of grass.
When she's not giving the humans leg rubs and love she can be found affectionately massaging her face into grass.
At one with nature?
Plant enthusiast?
Dreaming of greener pastures?
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Birds is absolutely beautiful and in addition to her model looks she a total sweetheart.
Birdy ❤️