Aussies love their pets! Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. About 62% of Australian households own pets. There are estimated to be 4.8 million pet dogs in Australia; 20 dogs for every 100 people. Cats are the second most common pet, with 29% of households owning a cat. At A Paw Up we believe that animal companions can help ease loneliness, anxiety, depression and stress. To assist Tasmanian's struggling with homelessness to care for and keep their pet, we provide them with pet food, bedding, collars, leads and other basic necessities. We also work to provide appropriate temporary care for pets of Tasmanians in crisis. Your donations will help us to keep providing this assistance for Tasmanians and their pets who're doing it tough.