About Pound Paws
Who we are
About Pound Paws
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Pound Paws is a registered Australian charity dedicated to reducing the number of pets on death row and making pet adoption more accessible, positive and modern.
We provide a streamlined online platform that connects adoptable pets from pounds and rescue centres across Australia with loving new homes. Our mission is simple:
encourage adoption over shopping, educate the public about responsible pet ownership, and ultimately reduce euthanasia rates nationwide.
Pound Paws offers an easy-to-use search engine where future pet owners can find their perfect companion by browsing pets based on breed, age, size, location or lifestyle needs.
Our service is completely free for both adopters and rescue organisations.
We work closely with pounds and rescue groups around Australia to ensure listings are updated daily. With the help of our incredible volunteer photographers and videographers nationwide, we provide shelters with professional images and videos—helping each animal’s personality shine through and breaking the stereotype that pounds are sad or scary places.
Founded in 2014, Pound Paws began as a passionate response to the thousands of pets facing unnecessary euthanasia every year. What started as a grassroots project has grown into a national movement advocating for adoption, compassion, and responsible pet ownership.
Our work isn’t just online.
We host dog adoption events every month across Australia, bringing communities together, shining a spotlight on rescue pets, and helping potential adopters meet their future furry family member in a fun, uplifting environment.
Whether you're searching for a new companion or simply want to support rescue pets, we’re here to help make the journey easier, kinder and more connected.
We can’t wait to help you find your new best friend.
The Board
Brittany Bloomer is the Founder of Pound Paws.
The other non-executive members of the board include specialist advisors, and together form a mature and experienced team, who all provide their services at no charge to Pound Paws.
Brittany Bloomer - Founder & CEO
Brittany has been actively involved in Animal Welfare since the young age of 14. From volunteering her time at rescue shelters to hosting fundraisers at school, she has always been passionate about making a difference in the local community.
Brittany combines her love for animals, with skills in social media, marketing, and public relations.
Mark Bloomer - Secretary
Father of Brittany Bloomer, with an extensive background in finance, working as CFO for many International Businesses.
Cara Inia - Director
Cara is a professional operations manager in the not-for-profit sector. Cara’s knowledge of not-for-profits, community engagement and events are particularly relevant to Pound Paws.
Franki Russell - Director
Franki is an actress and social media influencer. She has been a regular volunteer at Pound Paws Dog Days since its first event in 2016. She is enthusiastic to help grow the charity and nurture on-going opportunities. She loves animals and can’t wait to adopt her own one day.
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