2 Mc Cowan Rd, Cnr. Bloodwood Rd, INGLESIDE. 2101 OPEN: 10am-5pm Tues-Sun DoggieRescue Ph: 9486-3133 APRIL 2026 Issue 119 Cute lile Pumpkin is not really sure what Easter is but...he’s celebrang! Easter is really EGG-CITING! www.DoggieRescue.com
2 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE Email: magazine@ doggierescue.com 4-10 FEATURE PHOTOS. OUR KITTIES SHARE THEIR REFLECTIONS FEATURES ISSUE: APRIL 2026 Join us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/doggierescue FROM MY DESK by Monika Biernacki OAM 3 Find us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/monikadogrescue IN EVERY ISSUECATS & EASTER AROUND THE 14-16 WORLD By Antonette Diorio VALE PICKLES NOT EVERY RESCUE HAS A HAPPY ENDING 11 POSTCARDS: WE CATCH UP WITH ADORABLE ‘LADY BUG’!APRIL 2026 COVER IS “ PUMPKIN” Cover photo: NATALIE BURNS 12-13 p12 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE THE EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS— 16-17 ALL ABOARD RABBIT & PIGGY SECTION 20-21 COVER GIRL STORMY SEARCHES 22 FOR THE EASTER BUNNY P22
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 3FROM MY DESK LIFE INSTEAD OF DEATH — A NO KILL SHELTER Adopted RumiMonika with Rajah By Monika Biernacki OAM
4 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE Thinking of Adopting a Kitty this Easter? This is a serious ques on for adop ng a cat is simply not BLACK... Salem is a striking senior with golden eyes, a semi-long black coat. He’s sweet, chay, affecffionate, and enjoys the simple pleasures in life—sunny spots, gentle pats, creamy treats and quiet company. Sponsor Salem and help him to find a home
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 5 1. 3. 1. APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 5 Emerald 5yrs Pure White 2.9kgs Female Soft, snowy, and oh-so cuddly. Emerald is a rare pure white kitty. A gentle, quiet girl. While she has gained confidence she is suited to a quiet home. Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Joan Elmes, cat lover” Neither is it WHITE!
6 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE Sesame If it isn’t black or white what could it be I wonder... Casper 6mths Black/White Male Casper is the softest little soul with the sweetestmarkings. He’s a gentle boy with a playful streak and absolutely loves being picked up for cuddles. His koala-button nose makes him impossible not to adore! Sponsor Casper and help him to find a home
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 7 2. Elwood Would you adopt a kitten but not want a cat? Lifespan for a cat can be over 20 years! LOST CATS ABANDONED...Only about 4% to 7% of cats are reclaimed by their owners from shelters, a rate significantly lower than that for dogs. Studies indicate that around 5% of lost cats admitted to Australian pounds and shelters are returned to their owners, while the vast majority are either rehomed, sent to shelters or euthanized.Would you wear your Easter ears upside down? Ben 1yr Black/White Male Ben is a loving, smoocher whose heavily pregnant mum was abandoned. He is now 12mths old and still waiting for a home. Sponsor Ben and help him to find a home
8 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE Uma was born a stray and Kenai Tulip Long term homeless cats like Mystery are oen overlooked for adopon but who can resist a cat in an Easter bonnet? What you see is what you get, adopt a mature cat. Mystery 8yrs Grey/White 2.6kgs Female Mystery is a tiny short haired girl with a very curious but sweet nature though she can suddenly get grumpy when she has had enough cuddles. An independent girl just waiting for a special owner. Sponsor: “ Happy Easter, with love!” Nat & Penny
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 9 1. 2. Would you adopt a “Less Adoptable Cat”? Ricardo needs a home... HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT ADOPTING A CAT WHO NEEDS YOU? Ricardo 2yrs Black/White Male He has waited almost 2 yearsfor a home… Ricardo came from the pound with a loud heart murmur. He has had and echo cardiogram at SASH and unfortunately, after consulting a number of specialists there does not appear a surgical option for him. His condition can be managed with medication in a quiet home where any play with other kittens is controlled or he is the only cat in the household. Vet nursing experience would certainly be beneficial. He is a sweet smoochy boy and we want the best for him. Sponsor Ricardo and help him to find a home
10 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE LOOKING AT THE WORLD THROUGH INNOCENT EYES IF YOU HAVE MADE A SERIOUS DECISION TO ADOPT A FELINE COMPANION THIS EASTER PLEASE...ADOPT FROM A SHELTER AND GIVE A HOMELESS KITTY A LOVING FUTURE! COVER BOY: Pumpkin 6mths tabby/White Male Pumpkin is as sweet as his name — a cuddly, gentle boy who loves pouncing on toys and curling up for a warm nap. He’s confident, peopleloving, and always up for a pat or chin scratch. Sponsor Pumpkin and help him to find a home
1. APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E MAGAZINE 11 MEMORIAM“ In loving memory of a ny boy called Pickles…” VALE “PICKLES” NOT EVERY RESCUE HAS A HAPPY ENDING Lile Pickles came into rescue as a !ny 4 week-old kien with the sweetest nature you could imagine. He was a gentle, affectionate little soul. Pickles absolutely loved his wet food & milk . Between naps, he enjoyed a little playtime and lots of cuddles with the vet nurses who cared for him. Sadly, Pickles was born with a severe congenital condition called atresia ani, which meant he was unable to pass faeces. Despite careful assessment and lots of love and support from the veterinary team, this condition was too serious to overcome, and thekindest decision was made to let him go peacefully.Although his time with us was far too short, Pickles was surrounded by warmth, gentle hands. Run free, little one. The Cottage Animal Hospital “ Sweet lile Pickles will always be remembered for his so- purrs, his love of food, and the way he quietly stole the hearts of everyone who met him.” BONDED KITTIES NEED A HOME TOGETHER… Kenai & Koda bonded young tabby Males. These handsome boys love each other and want a home together. They love to cuddle together—and play together…. where one is the other will be! Click here for details Sponsor Koda & Kenai and help them to find a home
10 12 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE I T ’ S B E E N A W H I L E ! C A T C H I N G U P W I T H L A D Y B U G FROM FOREVER…. ADOPTED : 12th March 2024 ADOPTION Updates My partner and I could not be more in love with Lady Bug ( Bug ). She has lots of different beds all over the house and often likes to sleep on the laundry pile, on Dads gaming computer or in the towel cupboard. She adores the sunshine and will bask in it for hours. Our house is surrounded by trees in the canopy and she has endless entertainment watching the birds and possums, her favourite thing to watch are the cockatoos and rainbow lorikeets. She likes to be picked up and carried like a baby, even though she is fully grown she is still tiny so it feels like having a kitten all the time. She loves to sit on Dads shoulders. She s)ll suckles her paws and makes biscuits in the blankets to relax. Her favourite treats are temptations and she will often meow after her dinner on her cat tower to ask for some. She gets the zoomies often and likes to sprint through tunnels, she often jumps onto the fly screen for fun! She is extremely chatty and makes lots of cute meows. Her latest obsession is cardboard boxes! “ In the beginning Bug wasn’t very cuddly but now she is forever on my lap and asking for pats. “ Scarle/
1. APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E MAGAZINE 13 “ Bug has no idea how much joy and fun she has brought to our lives aer losing our previous fur baby. We can’t thank the team at Monika’s enough for all they do for these beau ful animals helping to give them a figh ng chance at another life. We look forward to adop ng a dog in the near future!” HAPPY EASTER from Scarle,, Cam... & Bug She’s the one!
12 AP 14 RIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE In Italy, Easter is deeply rooted in Catholic tradition, and although cats are not central symbols, they are often present in rural folklore surrounding Holy Week. In some regions, it was once believed that a cat sneezing on Easter morning brought good luck for the year ahead. Black cats, historically tied to superstition, were sometimes kept indoors during Holy Week to “protect” them from lingering medieval myths. In parts of Spain, where elaborate Semana Santa (Holy Week) processions take place, cats have long been seen as quiet observers of the festivities. Folklore in certain villages once suggested that feeding stray cats during Easter would bring blessings and prosperity, blending Christian charity with older pagan respect for animals. In Poland, Easter Monday (Śmigus-Dyngus) is known for playful water splashing. While cats are not part of the official celebration, animal welfare groups often use the season to promote kindness to pets, reminding families that festive excitement should be managed so as not to distress household animals. In Greece, where Easter is the most significant religious holiday of the year, white cats are sometimes seen as symbols of purity and renewal during spring celebrations. Island communities in particular embrace a culture of caring for free-roaming cats. FELINE FEATURE Easter is a very special me for cats, no maffier where they live... Cats and Easter Around the World While Easter is most commonly associated with lambs and bunnies, cats also have a quiet but fascinang place in springme tradions around the world. From folklore to faithbased customs to celebraons of cats, felines appear in surprising ways during the Easter season. Pretty Wendy won’t be a ‘Champion’ winner at this years Easter Show but… every kitty can dream!Wendy Tabby Female FIV+ girl needing a home. Sponsor: “May you find your Purrfect home!” Toni & Rich CLICK HERE for more details
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 15 By Antonette DiorioCAT ADOPTION OFFICER Antonette has her Certificate II in Animal Care and Certificate III in Captive Animals. In Australia, around the country, cats are celebrated at Cat Shows during the Easter break: March 28, 2026 (Saturday): Federal Cat Club of NSW - Kitten Cat Show at St Ives Showground. March 28–29, 2026 (Sat/Sun): Combined Armidale & New England Cat Club and Dorrigo & Districts Cat Club show at Armidale Ex-Services Memorial Club. Includes Ragdoll and Russian Specialty rings (Cats NSW). Sydney Royal Cat Show – Sydney Olympic Park, NSWThis is the main formal cat competition during the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Several official cat show days are scheduled during this period, including breed displays and competition rings on different dates around early to mid-April. April 2–13, 2026: ADVANCE™ Sydney Royal Cat Show (Sydney Showground). a) April 3, 2026 (Good Friday): Specific Cats NSW competition date. b) April 4, 2026 (Saturday): ANCATS “Pat a Cat” Breed Display and competition. c) April 6, 2026 (Monday): NSW Cat Fanciers' Association (NSWCFA) competition date. d) April 12, 2026 (Sunday): Taste of Italy – Three Ring Championship Cat Show (ANCATS). April 19, 2026 (Sunday): Three Ring All Breeds & Companions Cat Show in Weston Creek, ACT (Cats NSW). In Victoria, the FCCV Autumn Show is on 12 April 2026, in the middle of the Easter holiday period. So, lots of Cat Shows to see and be involved in. Australian Cat Breeders use this time to exhibit and to sell their kittens. Adopting; Across many countries, Easter has also become a time when animal shelters run adoption campaigns. The message is simple: while chocolate bunnies are temporary, giving a rescue cat a forever home is a gift that lasts far beyond the holiday season. Happy Easter everyone!
Sebasan 2yrs Tabby/White Male & Ariel 2yrs Tor Female Bonded pair. Two purr machines who are litter mates. They love to play together and snuggle up. Sponsor: “ Good luck and a Happy Easter!” from The Sydney School of English 16 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E MAGAZINE Meet FIVE adorable homeless kitties long overdue for a home ... WHY NOT GIVE A HOMELESS KITTY A HAPPY EASTER...“ Sebastian ” “ Ariel ” “ Squeak ” Squeak 4yrs Black/White Male A gorgeous playful boy waiting to meet his furever family. Sponsor: “Gentle, shy lonely boy needs kind home!” Carolyn Dunne
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE 17They will HIPPITY HOP, HIPPITY HOP into your life and make you SMILE! Zeke 1yr Black/White Male A cheeky, playful boy who is handsome, and knows it! Sponsor Zeke and help him to find a home Uma 1yr Calico Female Very sweet and unusually marked white with ginger/black patches. A very pretty kitty! Sponsor Uma and help her to find a home AND A FOREVER FAMILY TO LOVE CLICK HERE!PHOTOS BY: KIM BERNOTAS “ Uma” “ Zeke ” THE EASTER KITTY EXPRESS I met a little rabbit once, A hopping on his way. I said, \"Where are you going on such a lovely day? He said, with just the slightest frown, \"Don't hinder me I pray! I'm taking round the Easter Express So these kitties will find homes by Easter Day.\"
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 18 1. Gina 12yrs Tabby Female Gentle, sweet senior lady. Sponsor Gina & Help her to find a home 2. Mrs Darbus 4yrs Black/White Female She’s a gentle girl. Sponsor Mrs Darbus & help her to find a home 3. Tulip 2yrs Tabby 2.3kgs Female Beautiful girl who’s been overlooked. Sponsor Tulip and help her to find a home 4. Wednesday 1yr Grey/White Female Mum to Casper & Pumpkin Sponsor Wednesday & help her to find a home 5. Rajah 1yr Tabby 3.3kgs Male Handsome, friendly boy. Sponsor Rajah & help him to find a home 6. Tink 4yrs Tabby/White 3kgs Female A lovely girl with fluffy hair. Sponsor Tink & help her to find a home 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
PHONE: 9486-3133 www.DoggieRescue.com DoggieRescueADOPTED RABBITS : 72 APRIL 2026Issue 103I GOT EASTER EGGS, BUT I CAN’T FIND THE EASTER BUNNY... 2 Mc Cowan Rd, Cnr. Bloodwood Rd, INGLESIDE. 2101 OPEN: 10am-5pm Tues-Sun Stormy is searching for the Easter Bunny. Meet her inside and see if she finds him!
20 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 1. Nelly Rex Rabbit 3.1kgs Female Cuddly larger bunny who loves her veggies 2. Rex Dwarf Lop Rabbit 5yrs Male A very cute pure white boy with pink eyes… 3. Stormy ( cover girl ) Mini Lop Rabbit 2yrs 2.6kgs Female Gentle & sweet. Also see p22 CLICK HERE For details Happy Easter 1. 2. 3.
7. 3. 4. APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 21Everybun... CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS & Piggies Pumpkin Fuzzlebutt & Monty McNibble 1-2yrs Guinea Pigs Males Pumpkin is the bold adventurer of the pair. He's curious, confident, and first in line for food while Monty is the quieter gentleman. BONDED PAIR
22 APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E- MAGAZINE OH, NO! THIS IS WHERE HE’S BEEN …. BUT, LOOK UP… THERE’S A HOLE IN THE SCREEN! Each year the Easter Bunny brings chocolate eggs and bunnies to brighten up our Easter Sunday morning but...like Stormy who tried below, it’s hard to catch him! He scampers, he jumps, he hides. Just like Santa Claus, he comes in the night and no matter how hard you try to find him that old Easter bun is just one step ahead… If we found him would it be the same? DID YOU SEE THE EASTER BUNNY? For every adult or child who looks forward to Easter traditions each year the magic of the Easter Bunny is very real. Somehow he has survived for hundreds of years and Easter Sunday without that chocolate treat would somehow not really be complete. So don’t try to find him, just be glad he’s been...Safe Easter Treats for RabbitsChocolate will make your rabbit very sick so what healthy treat can you offer instead? • Small pieces of fresh herbs (parsley, coriander). • Leafy greens (romaine lettuce, kale). • A tiny piece of fruit (like apple, with seeds removed) as a special treatWOULD YOU LIKE TO ADOPT STORMY? Our cover girl is a Mini Lop Rabbit 2yrs 2.6kgs Female CLICK HERE for details
APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 23 1. Copyright 2026: DoggieRescue.com Permission is given to reprint for educational purposes only, provided DoggieRescue.com Magazine is acknowledged. Published by: DoggieRescue.com ABN 49098918471 Mail address only: 8 Chiltern Rd, Ingleside NSW 2101 Address: 2 McCowan Rd, Ingleside NSW 2101 Phone: 9486 3133 or 0429 044 484 Editor, Advertising, Layout, Typesetting & Design: Corinne Daw Photography: Natalie Burns Kim Bernotas, Martha Pavlakis & Michelle Elliott DISCLAIMER: The points of view expressed by contributors in their respective articles do not necessarily reflect that of the Publisher, Editor. Advertising for services and products appearing here is accepted by the Publisher and Editor in good faith. However the Publisher & Editor give no guarantee or endorsement of products or services, nor the advertisers will fulfill their obligations. APRIL 2026 DOGGIERESCUE.COM CATS E-MAGAZINE 23 WHAT MUSIC DO BUNNIES LIKE? Rabbits who listened to soft classical or new-age music appeared more relaxed. Surprisingly, they were even calmer than rabbits kept in complete silence! These music-loving buns showed fewer signs of stress, like thumping, hiding, or overgrooming. HOW DOES A RABBIT SAY HELLO? Did you know bunnies can make sounds? Some rabbits are very vocal! Honking is a way they communicate to let you know they are happyIS IT A FACT THAT RABBITS CAN GRIEVE? When one rabbit in a pair passes it's extremely important that the survivor is given the chance to be with the deceased body for a few hours. This may sound bizarre, even morbid, but leaving the deceased body gives the surviving rabbit the ability to say goodbye and absorb what has happened to their friend. WHAT ARE A RABBITS FAVOURITE VEGGIE? Rabbits mostly prefer leafy greens, with top favorites including romaine lettuce, cilantro, parsley, basil, and dandelion greens. Other favoured vegetables include celery, bok choy, and broccoli leaves, while carrots and root vegetables should only be given as occasional treats. As well as the veggies hay should make up 80-90% of a rabbit’s daily diet. Unlimited access to grass hay is vital for digestive health, prevents gut stasis, and wears down constantly growing teeth. Cute bonded pair Buzz & Woody Click here for details
YOU WOULDN’T BUY A R EI N D E E R FOR YOUR CHILD AT CHRISTMAS... NO KILL CHARITY PHONE: 9486-3133 VOLUNTEERS WELCOME! A rabbit is not a toy, she’s a living, breathing 10 year commitment. They may look cute & cuddly but rabbits are NOT a good starter pet for a child. If you are serious about adop\"ng a rabbit CLICK HERE! SO WHY WOULD YOU BUY A R A B BI T FOR YOUR CHILD AT EASTER? Am I cute enough to keep for life... CLICK HERE TO MEET NELLY