Running a sanctuary takes more than pats, cuddles and kisses. It also takes a lot of money. As a not for profit registered charity we rely on the goodwill of those who care about animals. Every day expenses include feed, shelters, medication, cleaning, veterinary assistance, and fencing. These costs add up and any donation, no matter how big or small, will help the animals. We are a No Kill Sanctuary which means that animals that are not suitable to be re-homed, or have special needs stay here for the remainder of their lives.
Sponsorship does not cover the full cost of caring for the animals, nor does it take into account their feeding costs. It is with this in mind that Big Ears allows the animals to be sponsored by more than one sponsor. If you can’t find the animal that’s right for you on this page, have a look at the animals already sponsored and contact Big Ears about a joint sponsor.
Sponsors are sent a laminated certificate with the name and photo of the sponsored animal thanking them for their sponsorship as well as a Big Ears sticker.
Big Ears would really love some corporate sponsorship to help with ongoing costs. 100% of all donations is spent on the animals – there are no wages paid, all staff are volunteers.
Nikolene is one of 6 bunnies that traveled from Victoria in December 2014 to have their forever home here at Big Ears as a family. Nikolene lives with Martine and Cinnamon.
Sponsorship of Nikolene is $50.00 and goes towards her vaccinations, parasite treatments and vet checks.
Ronnie the rooster is one of many roosters that Big Ears has taken in after they have been found dumped on the side of the road somewhere. Ronnie is one of the lucky ones because some kind person caught him and found him a home with Big Ears. The majority of dumped roosters do not survive. It is cruel and irresponsible for people to do this, not to mention illegal. It is your responsibility to find your rooster a proper home.
Ronnie can be sponsored for $40.00 for 12 months which will go towards his health checks and parasite control.
Flockie is one of 8 bunnies surrendered to in August 2013. Flockie had dermatitis on his legs from living in mud and being wet. He was also underweight. Flockie received vaccination, vitamin injections, anti inflammatory treatment and antibiotics. He also required twice a day cream to his legs and underneath. Thanks to our wonderful volunteers Flockie was able to be nursed back to health and he is a real charmer.
Annual sponsorship of $50.00 will go towards Flockie’s ongoing care.
Roddie the Scotish Highland steer came to live at Big Ears in April 2015. He is a gorgeous big boy that needed a new home after he continually escaped from his old place and he was lonely.
Roddie has fit right in with the Big Ears bovine herd and he is loving being part of a group. As the largest and oldest steer he has won the hearts of the girls and the admiration of little Jasper the bobby calf.
Roddie can be sponsored for $100.00 total for 12 months.
Waffles the mini donkey was surrendered to Big Ears when his owner passed away in April 2015. He is a lovely boy with lots of character. His hooves were in a bad way and have since been trimmed back into shape. Waffles doesn’t believe he is a donkey. He thinks he is a miniature pony like his girlfriend Dolly, who he grew up with and is best friends.
Sponsorship of Waffles is $300.00 total for 12 months and will go towards his health treatments, hoof trimming and dental checkup.
