21/08/2025
⨠Community spotlight: Stray to Stay NQ āØ
Iāve recently had the opportunity to learn more about the work of Stray to Stay, and I think itās important the community knows what theyāve been doing , often quietly, behind the scenes, and across some of the hardest parts of the region.
Since April, Stray to Stay taken in 34 animals through their direct care. Right now, 15 are in foster homes, four are on adoption trials, and one is pending a meet-and-greet for adoption.
Just this week:
⢠They were contacted by Burdekin Shire about two dogs scheduled for euthanasia. One has now been fostered in Townsville, and the other has been taken on by YAPS thanks to the coordinated efforts of Stray to Stay.
⢠They were contacted about a cat that had been left at the vet clinic due to a paralysis tick. The vet treated her, and when a foster couldnāt be secured in time, Stray to Stay coordinated with Adopt Me Kittens to take her on.
⢠Theyāve also just supported a desexing program in Bamaga by contributing volunteer time and providing over 20 travel crates.
These are just a few examples of what genuine, community-based rescue work looks like ⦠collaborating with other rescue agencies, acting fast, and doing the right thing under pressure!!
Iām really grateful to have learned more about what they do, and I hope others take the time to check them out and support where they can.
You can meet Stray to Stay at Mission Beach Markets on the 1st Sunday of the month!!