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Animals for Adoption
Welcome to our adoption page, where rescued animals are given a second chance at the life they deserve. Each animal listed here has their own story, personality, and spark — and all are looking for a safe, loving, forever home.
We’re passionate about placing animals into homes where they’ll be truly valued — not used, not bred, and never eaten. By adopting, you’re not only changing an animal’s life — you’re becoming part of a kinder future.
Browse our current animals below, and if one of them speaks to your heart, we’d love to hear from you.
💚 Adopt with compassion. Adopt for life. 💚
All adoptions go through our formal Animal Adoption Agreement, which ensures every animal is placed into a loving, non-exploitative home. It outlines your responsibilities as a guardian and our ongoing support commitment.
Let’s give these animals the peaceful futures they deserve. 💚
Please email contact@canterburytails.co.nz or txt 0274055507 for more information.
Daisy & Kebab
Swannanoa, Canterbury
Daisy & Kebab
Daisy (14) is a cow and Kebab (13) is a steer. They are very placid, friendly, and closely bonded, so must be rehomed together. Both are used to a quiet lifestyle and would suit a home with space to graze and someone experienced with cattle. Looking for a safe, long-term home where they can stay together.
Gingerbeer & Frontier
Swannanoa, Canterbury
Gingerbeer & Frontier
Gingerbeer and Frontier are bonded male alpacas who must be rehomed together. They are inquisitive but not overly handled, and are up to date with routine care (shearing, nails, etc.). They would suit a home with alpaca experience or someone willing to provide appropriate care and space. Looking for a secure, long-term home where they can stay together.
Louis, Zoe and Spencer
Ohoka, Canterbury
Louis, Zoe & Spencer
Louis (9yrs), Zoe (6yrs), and Spencer (7yrs) are a bonded group of pet sheep. They have been handraised and are used to people. Louis and Zoe are friendly once comfortable, while Spencer is more reserved.
Located in Ohoka and can be delivered to the right home. Looking for a secure, long-term home with space and appropriate care.
Louis, Zoe, Spencer, Eedie, Lotta, Marley & Adam
Ohoka, Canterbury
Louis, Zoe, Spencer, Eedie, Lotta, Marley & Adam
A bonded group of 7 friendly pet sheep looking for a home together. Ages range from 3–9 years. All boys are wethers. They have been handraised and are used to people — some are very social and enjoy attention, while others are a little more reserved. The twins (Marley & Adam) are especially friendly and will follow you around.
Located in Ohoka and can be delivered to the right home. Looking for a secure, long-term placement with space, care, and someone who understands pet sheep.
Marley and Adam
Ohoka, Canterbury
Marley & Adam
Marley and Adam (3yrs) are twin boys and a very friendly pair. They are confident, social, and will happily follow you around for attention. Both are wethers and must be rehomed together.
Located in Ohoka and can be delivered to the right home. Looking for a secure, long-term home with space and someone who understands pet sheep.
Ragnar
Culverden, Canterbury
Ragnar is a gentle 5-year-old neutered boy who’s ready for a life with companionship, space, and stimulation. He’s loved, but he needs more than a quiet paddock — he needs a herd and a world to watch.
If you’re able to offer Ragnar a forever home filled with patience and peace, please get in touch.
