Vets for Compassion is the only veterinary organisation in Victoria dedicated to helping wildlife, companion animals, and farm animals alike. Nearly one-third of the animals we help are companion animals — and our volunteer vets and rescuers are there for them every step of the way.
Our companion animal services include:
- Humane capture of stray cats and dogs in Melbourne
- Emergency animal rescue and veterinary treatment during floods, bushfires, and disease outbreaks
- Shelter veterinary care, providing cats and dogs awaiting adoption with the treatment they need, in partnership with Forever Friends Animal Rescue
- De-sexing programs to support responsible pet population management
How You Can Help Cats
- Adopt, don’t shop — healthy cats die in pounds because of over-breeding. You can save a life by adopting instead of purchasing from a breeder
- De-sex your cat — to avoid contributing to over-breeding
- Keep your pet cat indoors — it keeps them safe from cars and other dangers, and protects native wildlife
Cats helped in 2025
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