RABBITS, guinea pigs, rats and mice who were formerly used in research are now up for adoption and looking for their forever homes as pets and competitions.
The Liberty Adoption Centre, at Wyong, on the Central Coast, is now home to Australia’s first adoption centre for small animals transitioning out of research facilities into the community.
formerly used in research, looking for their forever homes.
The centre is operated by an independent not-for-profit, Liberty Foundation Australia (LFA)..
“The opening of the Liberty Adoption Centre is a landmark moment for ex-research animals,” said LFA director, Paula Wallace.
“The NSW Government recognises the need to work together to provide the best outcomes for animals when they retire from research, and has given a helping hand to charities like ours to scale up our operations.
“Simply, it means we can provide more homes for more animals coming out of research.”
The Liberty Adoption Centre is supported by funding provided by the Research Animals Rehoming Grant, an initiative of the NSW Government.
LFA has been rehoming animals from research since 2017 and over that time has found loving homes for hundreds of animals including dogs and cats.
“There is clearly a benefit for animals in being able to live out the course of their natural lives in the community and know a different way of life,” Ms Wallace said.
“It really is amazing to witness the capacity of these animals for love and connection. If you’re looking for a rewarding experience there’s nothing better than seeing a small animal begin to trust and experience the real meaning of home.”.
More information at: www.libertyfoundation.org.au
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