Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc. 66th Annual Report

Invitation The Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc. cordially invites you to the 66th Annual General Meeting at 7.00 pm Tuesday 18th October 2016 at Mather s House, Mather s Lane, 108 Bathurst Street, Hobart. Please feel welcome to stay for supper after the meeting. Thank you to Monotone Art Printers for donating the cover of this year s Annual Report in colour. COVER PHOTOS: Jasper, Larni, Bonnie, Pip, Basil and Charlie Brown, with ages ranging from 8 weeks to 14 years, are some of the beautiful dogs adopted from Hobart, Devonport and Burnie Dogs Homes in.

TASMANIAN CANINE DEFENCE LEAGUE INC. P.O. Box 7, Lindisfarne, Tasmania 7015 66 th Annual Report and Financial Statements for ANNUAL REPORT TASMANIAN CANINE DEFENCE LEAGUE Founder Joan Gladys Rawson B.E.M. Patron President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Board Members Fran Bladel Carol Hughes Denise Bower David Peters Erica McCoull Megan Alessandrini David Jackson Lorena Bromfield Mary Massina (January to June) Annual Member Subscription $30.00 Life Member Subscription $250.00 Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc operates the Dogs Homes of Tasmania and provides the best possible care for dogs in need, particularly those who are stray, abandoned, lost and unwanted. Enquiries: Ph: (03) 6243 5177 Proud member of 1

PRESIDENT S REPORT ANNUAL REPORT In line with the objectives stated in our Strategic Plan, the paramount consideration for the Board, and indeed the organisation as a whole, during the past financial year has been that of the welfare of our dogs. It is always very pleasing to read the stories on our Facebook page and in our Newsletters describing the ways in which they are settling in to their new homes! In general terms, I am delighted to report that the financial year has been one of further consolidation of the League s financial stability and confirms that the sustainability of the organisation continues to be maintained. Governance The review of the Strategic Plan commenced last year has been ongoing with the result that priorities have been identified for short, medium and longer term attention. A number of high level policies have been developed by the Governance, Sustainability and Risk Subcommittee and approved by the Board, with detailed procedures manuals to be developed with the input of staff, to ensure that there is consistency of practice throughout the three Homes. The Subcommittee also undertook a review of the organisation s By Laws and Standards to bring them into line with current practices and expectations. This work, and that of the Finance Subcommittee, has made an effective contribution to the organisation s strategic goals. Fundraising The fundraising capability of the organisation has been enhanced by the purchase and installation of the ThankQ system, which records the involvement and financial transactions of all stakeholders, including volunteers, donors, members and those who adopt our dogs. Financial transactions including donations, adoption fees and retail purchases are linked to the accounting software utilised by the organisation. Given that a person can interact with us in many ways, the ThankQ system links the various roles a person can play, thus enhancing our ability to capitalise on the ways in which we might continue to seek their assistance, to increase our revenue and providing a valuable communication link with our supporters. The system has been installed and is expected to be operational early in the new financial year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank our wonderful Auxiliary for their continued fundraising activities and to document how much I have enjoyed the opportunity to get to know the Auxiliary members through attendance at a number of their regular monthly meetings. Full details of their activities over the past year are contained in their report. Our Online Shop went live on 22 December 2015 and I would like to acknowledge the efforts of our Secretary, Erica McCoull, in getting the shop up and running. A limited number of products are currently available, with more being added as they become available. Once again, our major fundraising event for the year, Button Day in February, was a resounding success, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those involved, particularly our Vice President, Denise Bower and CEO, Belinda Barnes, for their tremendous efforts in organising the event. 2

Volunteers Volunteers have always played a vital role in our organisation from our foster carers and those who regularly walk our dogs waiting for adoption, to those who assist with cleaning and maintenance, and a thousand other things that benefit the dogs in our care. In order to provide a level of structure to the way in which the activities of volunteers are coordinated within the organisation, initial discussions with Volunteering Tasmania Inc resulted in the provision of a business plan for consideration, a position description and proposed recruitment process to engage a volunteer Volunteer Coordinator. Although this process met with some limited success, the search for an appropriate person continues. Special acknowledgements Mererid Roberts We became aware in December 2015 that Mererid Roberts, whose Niadel Dog School provided training classes for dogs adopted from the Hobart Dogs Home (and their owners), was no longer able to continue to do so. Mererid provided training classes weekly for many decades since 1972 in fact and donated all the money raised to the TCDL. A morning tea was held in her honour on 14 January 2016 when she was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation and a small gift to express our gratitude for her generous financial and other support over such a significant period. Fisher Family In late June, Adam Fisher, on behalf of the Fisher Family, donated over $18,000 to the TCDL, which enabled the purchase of a Mercedes Sprinter van from Performance Automobiles. The van is a vast improvement on those currently used to transport dogs between the Homes and will easily fit up to 20 dogs in crates. Adam has also negotiated a good price for travel crates with JetPets, and these are expected to be acquired early in the new financial year. It is only with the commitment of people like Mererid and Adam, and the many others I have been unable to name here, that we are able to continue to provide the best possible care for our dogs. In closing, I would like to express my personal thanks to all our dedicated staff, the members of the Board who have worked tirelessly to maintain the financial integrity and excellent reputation of the organisation, the ongoing support of the Councils to whom we provide pound services and to the many who have raised and donated funds to assist our endeavours on behalf of the dogs in all three Homes. I also wish to acknowledge the contribution of our CEO, Belinda Barnes, who has provided outstanding leadership in our dealings with our stakeholders and the general public alike. I have welcomed the opportunity to travel with Belinda on a number of occasions to the Homes in the North and North West, and through this have gained first hand knowledge of the commitment and hard work of all concerned. Carol Hughes PRESIDENT ANNUAL REPORT 3

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER S REPORT This year has been one of success, hardship and progress. ANNUAL REPORT To finish the year so financially sound was a fantastic achievement for the staff, volunteers, fundraising stars and generous supporters who have all contributed significantly to this positive result. Thank you! Throughout the year there were a number of significant expenses incurred including facility repairs, unexpected replacement of our IT infrastructure and the 2.5% compulsory Fair Work increase to staff wages. Our insurance broker secured a better rate and value for our insurance premiums, compared with the last few years, however, insurance is still a large expense at approx. $52,000 per annum. On a positive note, our income allowed us to reinstate Burnie and Hobart staff with the remaining hours owed from the voluntary reduction in hours in 2014. I d like to offer a heartfelt thanks to the staff who took a voluntary reduction in hours to assist when times were challenging and enable us to get where we are today. Our income also enabled us to install a new Point of Sale system for greater efficiency and accuracy; a new software program (thankq) to communicate in a more professional and timely way with our members, supporters, volunteers and donors; and to build new infrastructure to help our dogs enjoy their stay. Thanks to the huge efforts of a small handful of volunteers, Hobart Dogs Home Pound kennels saw new wide awnings erected, over a number of months, to provide the dogs and staff shelter from the elements. Our team experienced great loss this year with the passing of two much loved team members, Anne Shelverton and Wendy Simpson. Their passion for animal welfare and tireless efforts were invaluable to the lives of so many and their positive attitudes throughout their battles with cancer were remarkable and inspiring. Our team of foster carers, volunteers and staff experienced great joy as a number of special needs dogs found their forever homes. Simba and Bentley, are two examples this year, of the time and dedication we provide to help dogs in need get back on their feet and thrive. It is an enormous team effort in preparing puppies and dogs for rehoming and providing the welfare, enrichment, training and exercise whilst they are in our care. I d like to thank our dedicated staff, dog walkers, foster carers, groomers and enrichment providers for their time and commitment no matter how miserable the weather or how challenging some of the dogs can be. Your efforts and love are fundamental to our rehoming success and condition of the dogs whilst they are in our care. Thank you all! 4

We had 56 puppies born in foster care this year so a huge well done to our dedicated Nursing Mum s and puppy foster carers! Three extremely dedicated volunteers were nominated earlier this year for the 2016 Volunteer Awards held by Volunteering Tasmania. Nominations were submitted for Hans Hermans (Hobart all-rounder), Patricia Rogers (Auxiliary) and Chris Rossington (Devonport Grounds Keeper). Although they were not award recipients, they are absolute winners to us. I could have easily nominated many more dedicated and passionate volunteers who help us on a very regular basis. My sincerest thanks to you all as the work you do makes an enormous difference. ANNUAL REPORT This year our rehoming partnerships strengthened further with 20 dogs and 2 puppies transferred to rescue groups throughout Australia. I would like to thank the following groups for supporting our dogs needing specialised care; Australian Working Dogs Rescue, German Shepherd Rescue, Sharpei Rescue, Guardian Angel Animal Rescue, Qld Staffy & Am Staff Rescue and Siberian Husky Rescue. I would like to thank the RSPCA in Hobart for assisting us in rehoming 12 dogs this year and the Lions Hearing Dogs for recruiting one of our dogs in to their training program. Our Pups on Parole Program at Ron Barwick Prison continues to be an enormous success for the dogs and handlers and the standard of training provided to the dogs is exceptional. Following the philosophy of Getting 2 Zero euthanasia, we strive to ensure that every rehomeable dog finds his/her forever home, no matter how long that may take or what care may be required. This year we cared for a total of 3170 dogs, which is very consistent with the previous year. Just over 1156 (48%) of these dogs were reclaimed by their owners which is greatly attributed to the due diligence of our team as well as to the high number of responsible dog owners having microchipped and/or registered their dogs. We are thrilled that 1063 (33%) dogs were rehomed successfully through our adoption and foster care programs. The number of dogs euthanised this year, excluding Council mandated was 328 (10.3%). A team, consisting of a Veterinary surgeon, Team Leader, Dog Behaviour Trainer, Foster Care Coordinator and CEO, work together to make sure every option is considered for each dog in our care to ensure the most appropriate outcome in terms of the mental and physical health of the dog as well as community safety. We are very proud of our achievement in saving and rehoming 90% of dogs that have found themselves without an owner. Fifty dogs were transferred from our NW Homes to Hobart this year to provide in-house veterinary treatment and a new audience of potential adopters. The regular trips not only helped the dogs being transferred but also relieved the NW Homes when they were at capacity. 5

ANNUAL REPORT In June we were provided the funds from the Fisher Family to purchase a second hand Mercedes Sprinter transport van. The van can comfortably and safely transport up to 20 dogs, which has already proven to be an enormous benefit. Thank you so very much to the Fisher family for their incredible generosity and thoughtfulness. The Southern Pound Council Committee met this year to discuss ways to increase efficiency for the Dogs Homes staff and Council Staff. A number of initiatives have been put in to action. The Committee also showed enormous support for our foster care program by providing more flexibility and strategies to reduce documentation requirements. I would like to thank our nine partnering Pound Councils state wide for their ongoing support and professionalism. In September 2015, two staff members were selected, through an application process, to attend the biannual G2Z shelter conference on the Gold Coast. The investment in our staff brought new ideas, built support networks and rescue partnerships and above all provided the opportunity to realise what an outstanding job our team are doing. EverydayHero enabled our supporters to make an easy one off tax deductible donation or set up a regular giving plan. Thank you to the hundreds of supporters who donated through our website this year. We cannot achieve the successful outcomes for our dogs without you! Our new Online Shop required only a small monetary investment to set up, which we are hopeful will lead to a sustainable income stream. Many thanks to our Board member, Erica McCoull, in her voluntary capacity for setting up and managing the Online Shop. I d like to also make special mention of the significant operational hands on help provided by a number of the TCDL Board members. Carol Hughes assists in processing staff payroll every fortnight as well as spends countless hours focussed on governance; Denise Bower is tireless in organising our major fundraising activities, David Peters offers many hours each month in monitoring our financials and offering his accounting expertise, Erica McCoull not only manages our Online Shop but also uploads the dog adoption pictures on to our website on a weekly basis. Without a doubt, I could not achieve the objectives of my role nor could the organisation achieve many of our key activities without the support and operational help from the TCDL Board. My sincerest thanks to all TCDL Board members. The Dogs Homes of Tasmania relies on the support of the media to help celebrate our success stories and share our need for support. Many thanks goes to the following media outlets that have offered great support to us 6

this year: The Advocate, Mercury, SeaFm, Eastern Shore Sun and ABC 936 radio. The Dogs Homes of Tasmania proudly continued as a member of Animal Welfare League Australia (AWLA) in 2015/2016. As Directors of AWLA, Megan Alessandrini and I attended quarterly Board meetings in the member states as well as shared considerable knowledge between the AWLA member shelters throughout Australia. AWLA s partnership with Purina was renewed, a sponsorship which is essential to our financial sustainability. Purina provides a complimentary monthly supply of food to our three Homes to cover the needs of the animals in our care. We are incredibly grateful for Purina s generosity. AWLA has also worked hard to become a charity of choice for Workplace Giving programs. Listed on the Charity Australia Fund (CAF) website, organisations are able to select AWLA as a workplace giving recipient. We d like to thank the employees and management of JB Hi-Fi for their incredible support throughout the year. JB Hi-Fi s national workplace giving program contributes directly to the welfare of the animals in the AWLA member shelters. ANNUAL REPORT I d like to thank our team of passionate and hard-working staff members. Together as a team, we have progressed many great initiatives this year and achieved enormous success in providing for the dogs in our care and in our adoption outcomes. I am very proud of you all and greatly value your contributions. We have a great deal to achieve still as we focus on sustainability and continuous improvement. I am looking forward to achieving continued success in the year to come through the dedicated team work and support of so many. Belinda Barnes CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 7

TREASURER S REPORT ANNUAL REPORT The 2015-16 financial year was one of continued consolidation, building on the positive outcomes achieved in 2014-15. The result for the year, a surplus of $377,644, represents increased financial stability for the League and positions us well for the future. It is notable that this result was achieved in a year of many challenges, a difficult economic climate and increased competition for financial support from the general public. The budget discipline of 2014-15 was continued in the year under review. However, it was particularly pleasing to have the ability to return staff hours to the levels that were in place prior to July 2014. At that time, our employees helpfully agreed to reduce their working hours to assist with the difficult financial position the League was then facing, and were given an undertaking that their hours would be reinstated when the financial situation allowed. The Board determined that it was in a position to honour that undertaking in March 2016, and the hours were reinstated as of 1 April 2016. The loyalty and dedication of our employees continues to be a blessing to the League and their contribution to our improved position is acknowledged with thanks. Operating income rose in most areas, finishing 12% above last year and almost 10% above budget. Council contributions included an additional payment from the Burnie and Waratah Wynyard Councils to upgrade the pound kennels at the Burnie Home and we thank both for their supportive attitude to our operations on their behalf. Earnings from our shelter, care and adoption of dogs was boosted by a small increase in fees. Donations include an amount of $115,328 received from the Animal Welfare League of Australia, an organisation of which we are the Tasmanian affiliate. Expenditure rose more modestly, by 4% over last year and below budget. This demonstrates that the Board s focus on cost control, without adversely impacting on the dogs under our care, is working, and has been adopted by our staff at each of the Homes and Head Office. Bequests remain an incredibly important source of funds for the League. As the last three years have shown, bequests provide a buffer against the difficult operating conditions which charities such as ours face, and they enable us to undertake capital works and major projects. During the year, we have been blessed with a number of generous bequests from people who chose to continue their support of the dogs in our care, and each has been received with our grateful thanks: 8

$ Marjorie Grace Brown 500 Michael John Chadwick 5,000 Edith Ellen Coombes 1,729 Marie Therese Dalkeith 10,000 Rosemarie Joy Falconer 26,499 Margaret Alyson Farman 70,569 Constance Ray Greenway 16,068 Sue & Mike Hrasky (Companion Animal) Trust 1,800 Margaret Langford 2,441 Jessie Sheila Luckman 106,144 Marnie Maconachie 265 Betty Margaret Maxwell 101,205 Ernest Alfred Stewart 25,000 Linda Eileen Wiedenhofen 2,000 Beatrice Thompson Charitable Trust 53,621 ANNUAL REPORT On a personal note, I thank the President, Carol Hughes, and my fellow Board members for their advice and support, and the CEO, Finance Officer and staff for their willing assistance in relation to the financial aspects of League operations. David Peters OAM TREASURER 9

SECRETARY S REPORT ANNUAL REPORT The 2015-16 year saw a period of continued Board stability, with members (both individually and collectively) playing an ongoing and critical role in helping to guide the organisation towards long term sustainability and the achievement of its future goals. The TCDL Board met on a regular monthly basis, on a total of 12 separate occasions. Sub-committees The Governance Sustainability and Risk Sub-Committee, and the Finance Sub-Committee are now embedded and actively contributing in both the strategic and financial domains. Key achievements in 2015-16 included a refresh and reprioritisation of the Strategic Plan, a review of long standing policies to ensure their relevance in a contemporary climate, active management of expenses, exploration and securing of key investments, and a review of the assets register across all three sites. While the Fundraising and Volunteer sub-committees have taken a backseat in the past year, recognition of their criticality has not diminished, with plans to actively seek out new Board members and volunteers with appropriate qualifications, experience and connections to help develop and advance initiatives in this space. If you think you can help, please don t hesitate to contact myself or one of my colleagues directly. Membership During 2015-16, ten new applications for TCDL life membership were received and accepted: Robin Farr Joan Allport Charles Tate Paul Wise Jan Marshall Elisa Cusick Cathy Cassar Greg Watson Denise Rossiter Malcom Whyte In addition, 12 new applications for TCDL annual membership were received and accepted. Acknowledgements During 2015-16, support for the TCDL was considerable and came in many forms (both financial and non-financial, e.g. time, knowledge etc.). From generous bequests and collections, to media assistance, to the tireless 10

efforts of the Auxiliary group, to dedicated volunteers who provided support at each site and a continued presence and profile at important community events thank you. This year was the sixth year of involvement with the Animal Welfare League of Australia (AWLA). As well as providing strategic support and direction to the TCDL, their ongoing financial contributions and organisation of Purina sponsorship provides valuable and tangible support to the Dogs Homes of Tasmania. ANNUAL REPORT The Dogs Homes of Tasmania also continued to utilise the Combined Charities Christmas Card & Gift Shop as an outlet to sell Dogs Homes cards, calendars and merchandise. This will continue into the future, alongside our expanding online shop presence. On a personal note, I would like to thank my fellow Board members for their warm welcome in what is my first year on the Board and for their continuing commitment to the governance of this compassionate, highly valued and important animal welfare organisation. Erica McCoull SECRETARY 11

AUXILIARY REPORT ANNUAL REPORT I am pleased to report that the Auxiliary has had another successful year. We have topped the $10,000.00 barrier again and raised a total of $10,365.00 this financial year for the benefit of the dogs at our three Dogs Homes, made up as follows :- Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings $2,201.00 Two Fairs at Lindisfarne $2,428.00 Two Raffles $3,130.00 Two Garage Sales $1,106.00 Donation $1,500.00 During the year we have paid for: A new operating table and light for the Hobart Home $5,604.00 Advertising dogs for adoption in Saturday s Mercury each week $2,686.00 Purchase of 12 crates to transport dogs $1,399.00 A special thank you to Mrs Joan Williams for her generous donation of $1,500.00 to the Auxiliary. Joan has been a great supporter of the Dogs Homes for many years. In the past she has adopted one of our dogs and we, and the dogs, are indebted to her for her wonderful support. Next year the Auxiliary will be celebrating our 30 th Anniversary. The Inaugural meeting was held in January 1987 and we have been fund-raising for the dogs ever since! My personal thanks to every one of our dedicated team who work so hard and willingly to raise the necessary funds for the well-being of our dogs. As always our grateful thanks to Margaret Cox for allowing us to hold our meetings in the warmth and comfort of her home. Pat Rogers AUXILIARY PRESIDENT 12

TASMANIAN CANINE DEFENCE LEAGUE INC. FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2015 BOARD STATEMENT The Board has determined that the association is not a reporting entity and that this special purpose financial report should be prepared in accordance with the accounting policies outlined in Note 1 to the financial statements. In the opinion of the Board, the attached financial report: 1. Presents a true and fair view of the financial position of the Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc. as at 30 June 2016 and its performance for the period 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016; 2. At the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc. will be able to pay its debts as and when they fall due. This statement is made in accordance with a resolution of the Board and is signed for and on behalf of the Board by: President Treasurer Dated at Hobart this 25th day of August 2016. 13

Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc. trading as Dogs Homes of Tasmania Year-ended 30 th June 2016 Notes to Accounts 1 Statement of Significant Accounting Policies This special purpose report has been prepared for the Members of the League to enable compliance with the requirements of the Associations Incorporation Act (Tas). The League is of a type identified in Statement of Accounting Concepts 1 as a nonreporting entity, therefore generally accepted accounting principles have been used in the preparation of these accounts. 2 Bequest Income Bequest Income for the current year includes $53,621 from Beatrice Thompson Trust which contributes to the cost of looking after dogs in our care. 3 Minor Capital Expenditure Capital items costing less than $1,000 are expensed in the year they are purchased. This item also includes losses on disposal of non-current assets 4 Goods & Services Tax (GST) Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred is not recoverable from the Australian Taxation Office. In these circumstances, the GST is recognised as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense. Receivables and payables are stated with the amount of GST included. 5 Income Tax Exemption No provision for income tax has been raised as the Tasmanian Canine Defence League is exempt from income tax under Division 50 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. 27

STATISTICS ANNUAL REPORT Hobart Dogs Received 2014-2015 Hobart City Council 243 226 Glenorchy City Council 304 324 Clarence City Council 414 384 Brighton Council 211 202 Sorell Council 25 18 Derwent Valley Council 45 36 Central Highlands Council 5 4 Glamorgan Spring Bay Council 4 1 Southern Midlands Council - 1 Tasman Council 7 - Strays from Public 300 322 Surrendered by Owners 344 349 Born at Hobart Dogs' Home 25 44 Police 7 1 Crisis Care 17 12 Transferred from Burnie Dogs' Home 49 63 Transferred from Devonport Dogs' Home 35 79 Transferred from RSPCA/Other 9 3 Transferred from Brightside Farm Sanctuary 30 3 Dogs in kennels at start of year 107 119 TOTAL 2181 2191 Dogs Adopted 843 808 Reclaimed 955 933 Euthanased 205 313 Died 6 8 Stolen 1 1 Transferred to Burnie Dogs' Home - 2 Transferred to Devonport Dogs' Home 2 3 Transferred to RSPCA/OTHER 15 21 Transferred to Brightside Farm Sanctuary 35 - Dogs in kennels at 30th June 119 102 TOTAL 2181 2191 28

ANNUAL REPORT Euthanased Reason Known Aggression to other Animals 2 Human Aggression 89 Dog Aggression 73 Health Issues 94 Jumping/Escaping 14 Council Mandate 41 313 Received Adopted Reclaimed Euthanased Hobart City Council 226 27 187 13 Glenorchy City Council 324 50 225 37 Clarence City Council 384 62 269 45 Brighton Council 202 98 67 45 Sorell Council 18 12 1 5 Derwent Valley Council 36 27 3 13 Central Highlands Council 4 1 1 1 Glamorgan Spring Bay Coucnil 1 1 - - Southern Midlands Council 1 - - 1 Strays from Public 322 114 158 43 Surrendered by Owners 349 272 14 69 Born at Hobart Dogs' Home 44 46 - - Police 1-1 - Crisis Care 12 5 5 2 Transferred from Burnie Dogs' Home 63 42-10 Transferred from Devonport Dogs' Home 79 44 2 26 Transferred from RSPCA/ OTHER 3 1-2 Transferred from Brightside Farm Sanctuary 3 6-1 2072 808 933 313 29

STATISTICS ANNUAL REPORT Devonport Dogs Received 2014-2015 Devonport City Council 406 393 Latrobe Council 86 86 Kentish Council 55 45 Meander Valley Council 3 3 Northern Midlands Council - 1 Strays from Public 110 101 Surrendered by Owners 27 45 Born at Devonport Dogs' Home - 12 Crisis Care 4 4 Transferred from Burnie Dogs' Home - 5 Transferred from Hobart Dogs' Home 2 3 Transferred from RSPCA 3 - Dogs in kennels at start of year 45 38 TOTAL 741 736 Dogs Adopted 191 118 Reclaimed 447 459 Euthanased 28 44 Died - 5 Stolen 1 5 Transferred to Burnie Dogs' Home 1 3 Transferred to Hobart Dogs' Home 35 79 Transferred to RSPCA/OTHER - 1 Dogs in kennels at 30th June 38 22 TOTAL 741 736 30

ANNUAL REPORT Received Adopted Reclaimed Euthanased Devonport City Council 393 35 317 19 Latrobe Council 86 6 64 5 Kentish Council 45 9 28 6 Meander Valley Council 3 2-1 Northern Midlands Council 1 1 - - Strays from Public 101 28 44 7 Surrendered by Owners 45 34 4 5 Crisis Care 4-2 - Born at Devonport Dogs' Home Transferred from Burnie Dogs' Home Transferred from Hobart Dogs' Home 12 - - - 5 2-1 3 1 - - 698 118 459 44 Euthanased Reason Human Aggression 4 Dog Aggression 9 Health Issues 16 Jumping/Escaping 2 Council Mandate 13 44 31

STATISTICS ANNUAL REPORT Burnie Dogs Received 2014-2015 Burnie City Council 109 91 Waratah-Wynyard Council 101 82 West Coast Council 18 7 Circular Head Council 14 19 Central Coast Council 13 14 Strays form Public 99 110 Surrendered by Owners 41 69 Crisis Care 4 1 Police 3 2 Born at Home 7 - Transferred from Devonport Dogs' Home 1 3 Transferred from Hobart Dogs' Home - 2 Dogs in kennels at the start of year 29 29 TOTAL 439 429 Dogs Adopted 144 137 Reclaimed 205 164 Euthanased 9 26 Died 1 - Transferred to Devonport Dogs' Home - 5 Transferred to Hobart Dogs' Home 49 63 Transferred to RSPCA/OTHER 2 - Dogs in kennels at 30th June 29 34 TOTAL 439 429 32

ANNUAL REPORT Received Adopted Reclaimed Euthanased Burnie City Council 91 14 54 9 Waratah-Wynyard Council 82 16 53 3 West Coast Council 7 7 1 2 Circular Head Council 19 10 - - Central Coast Council 14 8 2 1 Strays from Public 110 38 50 4 Surrendered by Owners 69 41 1 7 Police 2-2 - Crisis Care 1-1 - Transferred from Devonport Dogs' Home Transferred from Hobart Dogs Home 3 1 - - 2 2 - - 400 137 164 26 Euthanased Reason Known Aggression to other Animals 1 Human Aggression 9 Dog Aggression 7 Health Issues 5 Jumping/Escaping 3 Council Mandate 1 26 33

STATISTICS ANNUAL REPORT Dogs Received Hobart 2072 65.4% Devonport 698 22.0% Burnie 400 12.6% TOTAL 3170 100.0% Outcome for Dogs Reclaims 1556 48.7% Adoptions 1063 33.2% Euthanased 383 12.0% Other 196 6.1% TOTAL 3198 100.0% 34

ANNUAL REPORT Euthanased Reason Total % Human Aggression 102 26.5% Dog Aggression 89 23.2% Other Animal Aggression 3 0.8% Health Issues 115 30.0% Jumping/Escaping 19 5.0% Council Mandate 55 14.5% 383 100.0% 35

A dog can change your life.... Your Will can help change theirs If you haven t already done so, please consider making our Dogs Homes a part of your Will. We receive no State or Federal Government funding and rely heavily on the generosity of our members and supporters to provide care to Tasmania s lost, abandoned and stray dogs. Members and donors who have helped us during their lifetime can continue to support the dogs in our care by including a gift to us in their Will. For some, a bequest presents the opportunity to make a gift that you may not have been able to make at an earlier time. Your bequest will be used to provide our dogs with a warm, safe, caring place to stay whilst awaiting adoption into their new family. Whether it is improved facilities and services or helping to keep the Homes going during hard economic times, your gift will benefit dogs in our care. Your choice to support us Tasmanian Canine Defence League Inc with a bequest can remain anonymous or, alternatively, you can contact our CEO on 6243 5177 for a confidential discussion. 36

TASMANIAN CANINE DEFENCE LEAGUE INC. Operating the Dogs Homes of Tasmania BURNIE DOGS HOME 170 Stowport Road Burnie Ph: 6431 6199 DEVONPORT DOGS HOME Spreyton Park Racecourse Devonport Ph: 6427 2178 HOBART DOGS HOME 101 Scotts Road Risdon Vale Ph: 6243 5177 www.dogshomesoftas.com.au What concerns the dog concerns us Printed in Tasmania by Monotone Art Printers