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 encourages the animals to be sponsored by more than one sponsor.
We understand that an upfront payment doesn’t suit everybody so for less than most people spend on coffee you can choose ongoing monthly payments from as little as $5.00 per month.
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.
Fluffy Tom was found in the suburbs after being dumped or escaping his cage. No owner ever came forward to claim him. The kind lady that rescued him got him de-sexed and vaccinated and brought him out to Big Ears in July 2017.
He is very friendly and is revealing a cheeky side, such as when he urinated on one of the volunteers.
Fluffy Tom now lives in an outside pen,
You can sponsor Fluffy Tom for $50.00 for 12 months upfront or choose to give a monthly donation of just $5.00 a month ongoing.
Sponsorship goes towards his vet checks, parasite medications and his twice yearly vaccinations.
Oreo was surrendered to Big Ears on the 28th February 2017, with two of her babies, Mintie and Cookie. It wasn’t long before we realised Oreo was pregnant. Some weeks later she gave birth to 5 beautiful babies. Oreo is a lovely rabbit that has been an excellent mother. Oreo lives with Bonita.
You can sponsor Oreo for $50.00 for 12 months upfront or choose to give a monthly donation of just $5.00 a month ongoing.
Sponsorship goes towards her vet checks, parasite medications and her twice yearly vaccinations.
Suki the rabbit was surrendered to Big Ears in May 2016 after his family had lost interest in him after just four years. A quick health check revealed a genital infection that delayed his castration. The infection was promptly cleared up and Suki has now been castrated without incident. Suki lives with his bunny girlfriend Bugsy.
You can sponsor Suki for $50.00 for 12 months upfront or choose to give a monthly donation of just $5.00 a month ongoing.
Sponsorship goes towards his vet checks, parasite medications and his twice yearly vaccinations.
Bicci was one of seven rabbits that came to the sanctuary in June 2015 after his owners decided they no longer wished to breed rabbits. They were also moving to Queensland where it is illegal to keep rabbits.
Bicci is a fun loving boy bunny who has now been de-sexed.
You can sponsor Bicci for $50.00 for 12 months upfront or choose to give a monthly donation of just $5.00 a month ongoing.
Sponsorship goes towards his vet checks, parasite medications and his twice yearly vaccinations.
Harley the harlequin rabbit came to the sanctuary in August 2015. He was a ‘reject’ from a rabbit breeder who didn’t conform to her standards. She was going ‘ring his neck’ until a friend of Big Ears intervened and fostered him prior to coming to the sanctuary. Harley is a bunny that loves cuddles and has a habit of destroying almost anything that goes into his pen. He lives with Cotton.
You can sponsor Harley for $50.00 for 12 months upfront or choose to give a monthly donation of just $5.00 a month ongoing.
Sponsorship goes towards his vet checks, parasite medications and his twice yearly vaccinations.
