At Socares Central Coast, we understand that unexpected litters happen. Our Last Litter Program has been developed to provide compassionate, practical support to local dog owners—helping Mum and her puppies have the best possible future while preventing future unplanned litters.

 

​What the Program Offers:  ​We support Central Coast residents with a pregnant dog—or a mother who has recently given birth—by managing the veterinary care and rehoming of her puppies, and arranging free desexing for Mum. ​

 

How It Works:  Mum remains safely at home in your care throughout her pregnancy and while raising her puppies, with ongoing support and guidance from Socares. ​

 

Puppy Transfer At 6–8 Weeks: Once the puppies are weaned, they are transferred into Socares' care.

 

​Veterinary Care & Rehoming: Socares covers all necessary vet work for the puppies—including vaccinations, flea and worm treatments, microchipping, and desexing. Our volunteer foster carers then look after them until they are adopted into loving, carefully vetted forever homes.

 

​Free Desexing For Mum: Once her puppies are weaned, Socares arranges and covers the cost of Mum's desexing (and microchipping if needed), giving her a healthier future and ensuring this is her last litter. ​

 

Why Desexing Matters: ​Every year, unplanned litters contribute to overcrowded shelters and place vulnerable puppies at risk. Desexing is the most effective way to prevent unwanted litters and ease the pressure on rescue organisations across the Central Coast. By offering practical assistance rather than judgement, we can work together to make a lasting difference. ​

 

Eligibility Criteria: ​Open to Central Coast residents. ​Available for pregnant dogs, as well as nursing Mums (considered based on the age of the puppies). All applications are assessed individually and are subject to available resources and foster carer capacity. ​

 

How to Apply: ​If you or someone you know has a pregnant dog or an unexpected litter and needs assistance, please complete the form below and our team will contact you for a confidential chat. ​