animal adoption and sanctuaries

• Edgars Mission animal Sanctuary
  Edgar’s Mission is a not-for-profit sanctuary for neglected, abused and discarded farm animals. Their outreach centre aims to expand the public circle of compassion to include all animals. Edgar’s Mission seeks to create a humane and just world for humans and non-humans. They endeavour to achieve this by education, advocacy and empowerment.
  
• Ingrid's Haven
  Ingrid's Haven is a non-profit cat shelter in Victoria, an hour's drive from Melbourne. Come and meet the many cats and kittens available for adoption ... all from death row at the pound, rescued and cared for by Ingrid until new loving homes can be found.
  
• Animal Active
  An independent group of genuine animal lovers who give ALL animals a second chance at life. They seek out and give shelter to those animals pounds routinely kill because they are deemed too old, too sick, too big, too disabled, too snappy, too anything. Keep up the good work!!!
  
• Greyhound Safety Net
  Greyhound rescue, fostering and adoption for these placid and gentle dogs by an independent group of greyhound lovers (rather than a rehoming organisation used to pay lip-service to the greyhound racing industry). Check out these beautiful babies! However, if you want to adopt one maybe DON'T TELL THEM YOU'RE VEGAN as we were REFUSED adopting one because we're vegan!!!
  
• Save-A-Dog-Scheme (SADS)
  Melbourne animal shelter with a no kill/low kill policy - the only one of its kind in Melbourne. Contact them to adopt or foster cats, dogs and other lovelies!
  

• International Renaissance Coaching
  I am a vegan animal communicator, and I offer distant healing services through meditation/energy work and email follow-ups.
  
• Billie Dean Animal Communicator
  Billie is a vegan animal communicator and animal rights activist based in NSW - recommended by Vegan Perfection!
  
• Penelope Smith Animal Communicator
  Pioneering and well celebrated Animal Communicator - info on interspecies communication plus workshops
  
• Marta Williams Animal Communicator
  Info on animal communication by author of Learning Their Language
  

• Pets In Heaven
  Ian and his daughter Alysa run this professional, loving and respectful service to send off your beloved companion animal in the style they deserve. The only individual 'pet' cremation service in Melbourne (or anywhere else as far as we know). Your furry, feathered or scaly friend will be transported in a beautifully equipped 'funeral' vehicle, complete with satin curtains and crib. Highly recommended by Vegan Perfection.
  

• Roxy's World - Life enrichment for your dog
  Silva is a canine muscle therapist working in Melbourne. She is totally dedicated to healing animals with natural alternatives whenever possible, and educating owners in lifestyle and food choices for their pets.
  
• Wholistic Animal
  Diana Hayes' homeopathic remedies for animals - online sales from her practice in WA.
  

• Liberation of Brother & Sister Animals
  A not-for-profit Buddhist animal rights vegan organisation. LOBSA's aim is total abolition of non-human animal exploitation. LOBSA is not affiliated with any paticular Buddhist organisation, and welcomes ALL comers
  
• Action Aid
  Humanitarian charity helping feed, educate and empower poor communities around the world.
  
• Against Animal Cruelty Tasmania (AACT)
  Animal campaigns defending 'wildlife' and all other animals, in the so-called green and pristine state.
  
• Greenpeace
  Ongoing environmental and humanitarian campaigns in the region.
  
• Greyhound Action International
  Powerful and wonderful grassroots action group that puts its best foot forward always. Find out how you can make a difference to the lives of thousands of greyhounds currently suffering at the hands of the global and local greyhound racing industry and the greyhound meat industry.
  
• PETA TV
  PETA's amazing breadth of video footage on various animal rights issues - all downloadable. Please note: Vegan Perfection does not endorse PETA as an organisation.
  
• SHAC
  Global campaign against notorious animal abuser Huntingdon Life Sciences
  
• SPEAK
  International campaign to stop the building of yet another animal lab at oxford university
  
• VegFam
  Humanitarian aid charity that feeds the hungry without exploiting animals.
  

• Earthlings (movie)
  EARTHLINGS is a feature length documentary about humanity's absolute dependence on animals (for pets, food, clothing, entertainment, and scientific research) but also illustrates our complete disrespect for these so-called "non-human providers." The film is narrated by Academy Award nominee Joaquin Phoenix (GLADIATOR) and features music by the critically acclaimed platinum artist Moby. DOWNLOAD or view a 7-minute clip of the movie for free from this website or view it online with broadband. A must see!
  
• Veggie Vision
  UK online vegan-run TV station. Watch it all from your computer now!
  

• ARCO - Animal Rights Community Online
  ARCO would like to increase the number of abolitionist animal rights groups and appeal to every vegan to join their new project, an online vegan community that focuses on abolitionism.
  

• Iams Cruelty
  Website exposing Iams'/Eukanuba's horrific abuse of companion animals
  
• Veganpet
  Nutritionally complete, human-grade vegan companion animal food produced here in Australia.
  
• Happier Pets
  Belinda's tasty vegan treats for your furry friends.
  

• Happier Pets
  You couldn't leave your favourite furry friends with anyone more caring and trusted than Belinda. She makes some lovely vegan animal treats too! Highly recommended by Vegan Perfection.
  

• Raw Guru
  Recipes and other info on how to live a raw lifestyle.
  

• Vegetarian Network Victoria (VNV)
  Mine of information on vegetarian and veganism, including a comprehensive list of Vegan products available in Australia, plus explanations of animal derivatives and much more.
  
• Ethical Singles
  Ethicalsingles is an online dating service specifically for singles that care about animals, people and the planet. Meet like-minded animal-friendly vegie and vegan singles in your local area.
  
• Viva La Vegan
  Viva la Vegan! aims to contribute to educating people to alternative food and lifestyle choices proving that via compassion we can heal ourselves and each other. Viva la Vegan! encourages you to take control over your own health with lifestyle and food alternatives for meat-free, dairy-free, egg-free, wheat and gluten-free cooking in particular.
  
• Vegan Society
  UK-based Vegan Society - the organisation is an invaluable source of vegan information and advice on campaigning
  
• PETA Global
  Links to PETA's websites around the world tackling various issues. (Please note: Vegan Perfection does not endorse PETA as an organisation).
  
• Vegan Porn
  No porn here! Just news and info for vegans who get it!
  
• Gary Francione
  French vegan website www.veganimal.info interviews Animal Rights Lawyer Gary Francione
  

• Green Valley Trading Co.
  Green Valley is an online store selling natural health and cruelty-free products suitable for vegans. They are registered with the Vegan Society too.
  
• Vegan Health and Beauty
  Supplying a range of cruelty-free cosmetics, beauty and health care products to the UK and beyond.
  
• Earth Greetings
  Earth Greetings are dedicated to designing sustainably produced paper gift products, and choose to print on 100% post consumer recycled paper with earth friendly vegetable based inks. Earth Greetings greeting cards, gift cards, bookmarks and wrapping papers feature gorgeous nature inspired designs.
  
• Shop Vegan
  Offering one-stop shopping for a whole range of vegan products including clothing, perfumes, supplements, bodycare and even condoms!
  
• The Green Edge
  The Green Edge is a store in the suburb of Enoggera in the city of Brisbane, Australia. They are active in assisting and encouraging people to make sustainable food and lifestyle choices that will enhance rather than harm the well-being of humans, animals and the environment.
  
• Vegetarian Shoes
  All our vegetarian shoes and bags are not only completely free of animal products but are bang on trend, fresh from the catwalks of award winning vegan designers.
  
• Cruelty Free Shop
  Huge range of vegan food and cruelty-free products delivered to your door anywhere in Australia.
  
• Vegan Revolution
  Lovely Meg and Jeff run this Melbourne-based vegan store
  
• Herbivore Clothing
  Groovy, sometimes irreverant T-shirts and other stuff
  

• The Living Planet Vegan Expo
  Learn about the health and environmental benefits of a plant based diet. Featuring: Inspiring speakers, great stalls, beautiful music to keep you entertained, delicious, healthy food all day and cookery demos & workshops
  
• Cooking With Wholefoods - Hepburn Retreat Centre
  Learn how to cook delicious vegan and vegetarian meals that promote health & vitality on this 2 day vegan cooking course with Alexis and Ostii. Explore the art of preparing and cooking grains, pulses and vegetables to create optimum nourishment, flavour and visual appeal.
  

• Lisa Marmaras - Naturopath
  As well as helping clients with weight loss and other health problems, Melbourne-based Lisa is a longtime vegan and specialises in vegan and vegetarian diets
  
• Vegan Fitness
  Forum for vegan athletes, bodybuilders and people who simply want to get fit on a vegan lifestyle.
  
• Vegan Doctor
  The vision and the mission of sustainable health for all and planet earth.
  
• Calma Therapies
  Melissa Brooks is the heart and soul of Calma Therapies. She is a passionate, caring and dedicated therapist who believes in the self-healing capacity of the body, and in nature as the sole provider for our health and well-being requirements. Her style of treatment incorporates practical and intuitive skills, as well as experience and knowledge of various complimentary therapies. Melissa understands the unique requirements of every client and always strives to provide quality treatments that are tailored to suit the individual and their preferences.
  
• Hepburn Retreat Centre
  Hepburn Retreat Centre is an unpretentious and eclectic retreat, with access to natural living conditions, and a comprehensive array of facilities for both individuals and groups, located in Victoria's spa country about 100km west of Melbourne.
  
• Continental House - Hepburn Retreat Centre
  Conti's friendly staff and guests have been enjoying this peaceful self-catered vegan sanctuary, with its nurturing energy, charming buildings and attractive herb and fruit tree garden surrounds since 1988.
  

• Gunters Vegan Cakes
  Delicious dairy and egg-free recipes! The recipes in Gunter’s new e-book are all his own work and have been developed to perfection over the last 10 years. These delightful, mouth watering recipes are perfect for all occasions, can be easily prepared by anyone, and are sure to be a hit with everyone – not just vegans and vegetarians. Gunter’s Vegan Cake recipes will satisfy a wide range of people, including anyone with lactose intolerance, egg allergies and those whose diet follow strict religious or spirituality lifestyle diets. Take Gunter’s Vegan Cake challenge today and enjoy a whole new, delicious and healthy way of eating!