Found shivering and alone on the roadside in rural Victoria, tiny Reggie the piglet could so easily have become another tragic statistic.
Instead, he has found sanctuary at Edgar’s Mission in Lancefield, where more than 550 rescued animals live lives defined by compassion, not cruelty.
Be Kind to Animals Week, a national initiative led by Edgar’s Mission encourages Australians to transform their compassion for animals into meaningful action.
From pledging to make kind choices to adopting simple daily habits that protect animals, the week celebrates the powerful ripple effect kindness can have.
Edgar’s Mission founder and Australian ambassador for World Animal Day (October 4) Pam Ahern said the campaign is a reminder that kindness benefits everyone.
“Every animal at Edgar’s Mission has endured hardship, yet time and again they demonstrate the ability to forgive, to heal, and to thrive,” she said.
“Be Kind to Animals Week is about recognising that same power within ourselves — to choose kindness, to take action, and to make the world better not only for animals, but for people and the planet too.”
Now six weeks old, Reggie is living proof what happens when people choose kindness.
Rescued at just ten days old, frightened and cold on the side of a highway, he has blossomed into a joyful, confident piglet thanks to the care of those who refused to give up on him.
“Acts of kindness don’t need to be grand gestures,” Ms Ahern said.
“Whether it’s choosing a plant-based meal, providing water for wildlife, or supporting sanctuaries like Edgar’s Mission, small actions add up. They inspire others and change lives — just as kindness has changed Reggie’s.”
Be Kind to Animals Week runs from October 1 to 7.
Details: https://bekindtoanimalsweek.org.au
