Cape Animal Protection Shelter Inc. (CAPS) is a volunteer-run sanctuary in Weipa, providing dedicated care, love, and hope to animals awaiting their perfect match.
Driven by compassion, guided by integrity — everything we do is in service of the animals in our care.
A future where all animals are safe, respected, and loved in homes of their own.
To provide a nurturing sanctuary for animals awaiting their forever homes, ensuring their health and wellbeing through dedicated care, daily enrichment, and medical support.
Four principles that guide every decision we make and every animal we care for.
Every animal is treated with the love and dignity they deserve.
We are honest, transparent, and accountable in every action we take.
We are unwavering in our commitment to the animals in our care.
We believe that by working together, we can change lives.
These beliefs shape the way we care for every animal and engage with our community.
Every animal's life is worth the effort. Every dog and cat, regardless of their past, deserves a future full of love and care.
Sanctuary means more than a shelter. Health and wellbeing require active love, enrichment, and play — not just a roof and a meal.
Every animal has a perfect match. Through patience and careful vetting, we can find the right home for every individual in our care.
Collaboration creates change. By engaging with foster carers, volunteers, and our community, we can end animal vulnerability.
Responsible care is the foundation. Regular veterinary support, vaccinations, and desexing are essential steps toward a healthier animal community.
Cape Animal Protection Shelter Inc. (CAPS) is a registered nonprofit organisation based in Weipa, Cape York, Queensland. We are run almost entirely by volunteers, united by a single purpose: giving every animal the chance they deserve.
Our small team of casual caretakers works rotating shifts to ensure our animals receive consistent, loving care. Our volunteer Board provides the governance, strategy, and organisational backbone that keeps CAPS running.
Animals in our care are listed through SavourLife, connecting them with prospective adopters across Australia.
Our animals are listed on SavourLife. Browse the dogs currently in our care and take the first step toward changing a life — yours and theirs.
See Our Dogs on SavourLife ↗CAPS is governed by a dedicated volunteer Board committed to transparency, accountability, and the welfare of every animal in our care.
The people who show up every single day to make sure every animal is fed, loved, and cared for — rain, heatwave, or anything in between.
CAPS runs entirely on the generosity of people who care. Every dollar goes directly to the animals in our care.
Feeds one dog for a day
Covers a routine vet check
Funds a full desexing procedure
To set up regular giving or to leave a bequest, please contact us.
20 Kerr Point Drive
Weipa, QLD 4874
PO Box 912
Weipa, QLD 4874
Online enquiry form coming soon
