We are so excited to announce our first Companion Cows Sanctuary.

Our sanctuary is located on the Mid North Coast in New South Wales, just south of Coffs Harbour. It will act as both a home to permanent residents, and an interim foster point for cows and calves saved from slaughter while they are rehabilitated for adoption. 

In the future, we will be able to welcome visitors to meet the cows and calves in foster care, and help people find their perfect cow companion/s.

Saving a life will change yours

It takes a truly special person to give an animal a second chance. When you open your heart and home to a cow saved from slaughter, you aren’t just saving a life you are turning everyday homes into sanctuaries.

By adopting, you’re giving them the opportunity to experience love and safety, often for the first time.

Each cow has a unique story and personality, and by opening your heart to them, you become a crucial part of their journey towards a life where they are truly seen and valued.

Please select the animal you are interested in adopting below to find out more. Thank you for being that special someone to an animal in need.

Rescued & Ready

Adoption Process

Things to consider before applying for calf adoption

  • Property and pasture size depend on many factors e.g. location, rainfall etc. Although we recommend 2 acres per grown cow/steer, it should not deter you from applying as each adoption application will be tailored to support you through your adoption journey.

  • Fencing can be a painful and expensive hassle if you do not have the right type of fencing to contain your companion cows. We highly recommend adding electric standoffs to ensure your cows respect fences and are not able to rub or push on your fences to get to a blade of grass on the other side.

  • Water is an important consideration when thinking about adoption. Cows consume large volumes of water everyday so having an accessible dam or water trough with fresh drinking water is essential.

  • Here at Companion Cows we work hard to ensure our ex-dairy calves find their perfect forever families. All calves adopted must only be used as companion cows or loved lawnmooers. Our team of volunteers are committed to giving dairy cows and their calves a second chance at life. Adopters who use cows for meat, fur or breeding should not apply.

  • Last but not least, it is important to remember that cows are herd animals, they do not cope as solo pets. Because of this Companion Cows will only adopt out minimum of 2.