🚨 Update: Pawsitive Rescue Has a New Name!
26 July 2025
Kia ora whānau,
We’re excited to announce that Pawsitive Rescue is now officially Aotearoa Animal Refuge!
This new name better reflects who we are and the mahi we do. As a Māori-led charitable trust, we care for not only cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs—but also lambs, chickens, roosters, alpacas, and other animals in need across Aotearoa.
Our mission remains the same:
❤️ Rescue animals
🛠 Rehabilitate and rehome
🎓 Educate whānau
🤝 Advocate for change
Why the change?
We’ve grown beyond just companion animals. The housing crisis, cost of living, and lack of pet-friendly rentals mean more animals—and people—need help than ever before. We’ve expanded our work to support farm animals, deliver educational outreach, and advocate for struggling whānau.
From this point forward, all donations, updates, and community support will continue under the new name:
Aotearoa Animal Refuge 💚
Thank you for standing by us through every name, every rescue, and every challenge. Together, we’re saving lives.
Ngā mihi nui,
Jayne & the Aotearoa Animal Refuge team
formerly Pawsitive Rescue